Cost Estimating Analyst 3

Ingalls Shipbuilding•Pascagoula, MS

7d•Hybrid

About The Position

Estimates labor and material costs for manufacturing and engineering based on request-for-proposal (RFP) data submitted by prospective customers. Analyzes specifications, including sketches, blueprints, bills of material, and sample layouts, and calculates production costs using labor and material pricing schedules and historical data. Collects cost data from functional representatives, subcontractors, and vendors; estimates raw materials, subcontracted work, and labor; and maintains historical cost data. Creates cost models for cost-estimating elements and prepares cost reports. Presents findings to management, contract personnel, proposal coordinators, customer representatives, price auditors, vendors, and subcontractors. The position is with HII’s Ingalls Shipbuilding division, in Cost Estimating & Pricing. Occasional or hybrid telework is available, travel is required 10%–25% of the time, and the role is on the first shift. No relocation assistance is available.

Requirements

One of the following education and experience combinations: high school diploma and 10 years of experience; associate degree and 8 years; bachelor’s degree and 6 years; master’s degree and 4 years; or Ph.D. and 1 year.

Nice To Haves

Related experience in Engineering, Quality/Industrial Engineering, Planning, Procurement, Finance, Information Technology, or Operations/Crafts.
Extensive experience with Microsoft Office applications, relational database development, cost modeling, and SAP.
Strong communication and presentation skills and experience building customer relationships.
Demonstrated ability to lead projects from initiation to completion.
Significant knowledge of cost or financial systems.
Experience in business or technical writing.
Familiarity with contract modifications and requirements.

Responsibilities

Estimate labor and material costs for manufacturing and engineering using RFP data.
Analyze specifications, including sketches, blueprints, bills of material, and sample layouts.
Calculate production costs using pricing schedules and historical data.
Collect cost data from functional representatives, subcontractors, and vendors.
Estimate raw materials, subcontracted work, and labor costs.
Prepare and maintain historical cost data.
Create cost models for cost-estimating elements.
Prepare cost reports and present findings to relevant internal and external stakeholders.