Centralized Material Estimating Analyst - Level 2

Lockheed Martin • Fort Worth, CA

6d • Remote

About The Position

As a Centralized Material Estimating Analyst, you will play a key role in shaping the cost and pricing strategy for major programs by developing, validating, and maintaining accurate material cost estimates. You will work cross-functionally with Engineering, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Finance, and Program Management to translate technical and program requirements into well-supported cost projections. Your work will directly support proposals, contract negotiations, and strategic business decisions, ensuring estimates are compliant, defensible, and aligned with customer and internal expectations.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting/Finance, Business, or other related discipline
• Experience with data analytics and analysis

Nice To Haves

• Pricing or functional estimating experience in materials, engineering, operations, and/or Sustainment
• Familiarity or experience with FAR, Part 15 proposal requirements
• Experience coordinating complex estimates with changing requirements
• Experience using proposal pricing systems or BOE tools such as, PROPRICER, APTS, or BOE other tool usage
• Experience, with Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint at an advanced or expert level
• Experience in Tableau
• Proven communication and leadership skills

Responsibilities

• Develop and validate detailed material cost estimates in support of proposals, negotiations, and program execution.
• Create clear, auditable Basis of Estimates (BOEs) that align technical inputs, historical data, and program assumptions.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Finance, and Program teams to gather requirements and ensure cost accuracy and consistency.
• Analyze material requirements, supplier data, and cost drivers to identify risks, trends, and opportunities for cost improvement.
• Ensure estimating activities comply with customer requirements, regulatory standards, and internal policies and procedures.
• Support reviews, audits, and management briefings by providing cost rationale and responding to data requests.
• Contribute to continuous-improvement initiatives by refining estimating processes, tools, and best practices.

Benefits

• From onsite to remote, we offer flexible work schedules to comprehensive benefits investing in your future and security, Learn more about Lockheed Martin’s comprehensive benefits package here.
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees