Estimating & Pricing Specialist 2'3 Job in Mesa, Arizona US
Estimating Pricing Specialist 2'3
Location Mesa, AZ Security Clearance Required? No Security Clearance Required about security clearance definitions Position Description Apply knowledge of estimating processes to develop detailed and parametric estimates from engineering work statements and/ or high-level statements of work. Support research, analysis, and interpretation of historical data to support estimates and cost models. Assist with development of solutions to a variety of complex problems, referring to established precedents and policies. Develop and maintain estimating tools, data and cost estimating relationships. Provide cost information to cross-functional teams, management and customers. Coordinate/ identify estimating and pricing methodologies for use in estimates/ analysis. Develop estimating and pricing methods for simple relationships. Develop, maintain, and utilize effective internal controls to ensure compliance with estimating and pricing system requirements. Competencies General + Business (Financial) Acumen General knowledge of financial concepts, such as, time value of money, present value, future value, internal rate of return, annuity and amortization table development. + Communication Generally clarifies purpose and importance; stresses major points; follows a logical sequence. Usually keeps the audience engaged through use of techniques such as analogies, illustrations, humor, an appealing style, body language, and voice inflection. Frames the message in line with audience experience, background, and expectations; uses terms, examples, and analogies that are meaningful to the audience. Generally seeks input from audience; checks understanding; presents message in different ways to enhance understanding. Uses syntax, pace, volume, diction, and mechanics appropriate to the media being used. Accurately interprets messages from others and responds appropriately. + Customer Focus Considers customers and their needs when performing and/or working with others on routine tasks; supports others and occasionally becomes directly involved in developing and sustaining customer relationships; assists more experienced employees in seeking information to understand customers circumstances, problems, expectations, and needs; prepares information which more experienced employees will share with customers to build their understanding of issues and capabilities; considers how day-to-day actions or plans affect customers; responds quickly to help others address customer needs and resolve problems. Technical + Analytical Skills Basic - Skill and ability to: collect, organize, synthesize, and analyze data; summarize findings; develop conclusions and recommendations from appropriate data sources at the work group level. Preferred - Skill and ability to: collect, organize, synthesize, and analyze data; summarize findings; develop conclusions and recommendations from appropriate data sources at the department level. + Estimating Methods Basic - General knowledge of key estimating techniques and relationships used in practical application (e.g. detail task build up, models, improvement curve theory). Preferred - Complete knowledge of estimating techniques and relationships used in practical application (e.g., cost models, cost estimating relationships). + Proposal Processes Basic - General knowledge of government, company, and local policies, procedures, and regulations (e.g., Estimating system manual, FAR, DFAR, TINA, ITAR, Procurement integrity, Export Compliance) relating to the development of cost proposals. General knowledge of proposal, accounting, and rate development (common systems). General knowledge of audit, fact-finding, and negotiation processes (e.g., self audit, internal audit, government audit, effective negotiation) and how they affect the proposal process. Preferred - Complete knowledge of government, company, and local policies, procedures, and regulations (e.g., Estimating system manual, FAR, DFAR, TINA, ITAR, Procurement integrity, Export Compliance) relating to the development of cost proposals. Complete knowledge of proposal, accounting, and rate development (common systems). Complete knowledge of audit, fact-finding, and negotiation processes (e.g., self audit, internal audit, government audit, effective negotiation) and how they affect the proposal process. + Statistical Concepts Basic - General knowledge of statistical analysis concepts such as normal distribution, standard deviations, mean, probability, and confidence levels. Preferred - Complete knowledge of statistical analysis concepts such as normal distribution, standard deviations, mean, probability, and confidence levels. Basic Qualifications For Consideration Do you have at least 3 years experience in estimating? Do you have experience in Finance? Do you have experience with government contracting? Do you meet the criteria described in the Typical Education / Experience section of this requisition? Typical Education/Experience Level 2 - Bachelor's degree and typically 3 or more years related work experience, a Master's degree and typically 1 or more years related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Level 3 - Bachelor's and typically 6 or more years related work experience, a Master's degree and typically 4 or more years related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Other Job related information Business Unit Defense, SpaceSecurity Division Boeing Military Aircraft Program Global Strike Job Type Non-Management Experience Level Career/Experienced US Person Status Required? Yes Closing Date: 03/28/2012 about closing dates