Cost Estimator (Remote)

RTX•Rockford, IL

3d•Remote

About The Position

At RTX, the world's largest aerospace and defense company, 185,000 great minds are united by purpose and inspired to make a difference solving the world’s most complex problems. With our three market leading businesses, world-class operations and investments in research and development, we offer capabilities and opportunity no one else can. Together, we push the boundaries of known science and find new ways to connect and protect our world. Collins Aerospace is a leader in technologically advanced, intelligent solutions that help redefine the aerospace and defense industry. With a comprehensive portfolio and deep technical expertise, we help customers meet the demands of the global market. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense. Collins Aerospace is looking for a Cost Estimator who will be responsible for generating recurring cost estimates and providing analysis services in support of business proposals, design to cost efforts, engineering changes and should-cost estimates. The candidate will be required to coordinate and collaborate with contracts, program management, engineering, supply chain, plant sites and pricing. In addition, the candidate will be required to collect and analyze data, create compliant estimate packages or analysis, assist with the creation of new estimating tools/processes and actively participate in continuous improvement. The salary range for this role is 86,800 USD - 165,200 USD. The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels. RTX considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, location, education/training, and key skills. This role is a U.S.-based role. If the successful candidate resides in a U.S. territory, the appropriate pay structure and benefits will apply. RTX anticipates the application window closing approximately 40 days from the date the notice was posted. However, factors such as candidate flow and business necessity may require RTX to shorten or extend the application window. RTX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. RTX provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act.

Requirements

University Degree and minimum 5 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 3 years of experience
Knowledge of MS Office with stronger emphasis in MS Excel-Pivot Tables, formulas, macros
Familiar with Manufacturing Processes
Familiar with BOMs, product structures and reading engineering drawings
U.S. citizenship is required

Nice To Haves

Previous experience in cost estimation
Knowledge of SAP
Understanding of materials, labor and overhead rates, standards, material and or learning factors
Knowledge of Lean, Six Sigma and or CORE

Responsibilities

Generating recurring cost estimates
Providing analysis services in support of business proposals, design to cost efforts, engineering changes and should-cost estimates
Coordinating and collaborating with contracts, program management, engineering, supply chain, plant sites and pricing
Collecting and analyzing data
Creating compliant estimate packages or analysis
Assisting with the creation of new estimating tools/processes
Actively participating in continuous improvement

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees
Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds and separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy option
Tuition reimbursement program
Student Loan Repayment Program
Life insurance and disability coverage
Optional coverages you can buy pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protection
Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits
Ovia Health, fertility, and family planning
Adoption Assistance
Autism Benefit
Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 10 free counseling sessions
Healthy You Incentives, wellness rewards program
Doctor on Demand, virtual doctor visits
Bright Horizons, child and elder care services
Teladoc Medical Experts, second opinion program