General Dynamics Mission Systems
Material Estimator
About this role
Basic Qualifications Bachelor's Degree in a related field or equivalent combination of education and relevant work experience is required plus a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience; or Master's degree without work experience. CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS:Applicants selected may be subject to a U.S. Government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Due to the nature of work performed within our facilities, U.S. citizenship is required. Responsibilities for this Position Help make the technologies, products and services that make a difference. That’s the opportunity that’s waiting for you at General Dynamics Mission Systems. We help our nation’s heroes keep our nation safe by creating solutions so advanced, they redefine innovation for the world. It’s an amazing challenge. And it’s waiting for you now. We apply advanced technologies such as Artificial Intelligence, Blockchain, AR/VR, Cloud Native and Quantum Physics to solve our customers’ missions in cyber, RF, undersea, interstellar and everything in between. Job Description: General Dynamics Mission Systems is seeking a Material Estimator. As a Material Estimator, you’ll work directly with management to address all aspects of material pricing, including identifying lead times, vetting suppliers IAW FAR and DFARS, and supporting Final Management Reviews. This will entail using your strong attention to detail to prepare and provide material estimates that are current, accurate and complete. You must be able to work and succeed in a fast-paced, deadline driven environment, while demonstrating strong presentation, communication, team building and leadership skills.
Responsibilities
- Serve as a subject matter expert, possessing in-depth knowledge of cost estimating processes supporting a manufacturing environment
- Ability to understand relevant material pricing practices and principles, quality processes, counterfeit parts, and other compliance requirements such as Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS)
- High Proficiency in or strong knowledge base in Supply Chain operations policies
- Obtain and evaluate supplier quotes to determine material costs and availability
- Update cost databases and main records for future reference and audit support
- Identify cost-saving opportunities through alternate materials or suppliers
- Ability to work and succeed in a fast-paced, deadline driven environment while demonstrating strong presentation, communication, team building and leadership skills
- Attends the proposal planning meeting and kick-offs and collaborates with functional areas to understand BOM requirements
- Identifies potential sources for required materials, and services. Develops new supply sources where suppliers are no longer competitive
- Receives, reviews, and evaluates supplier proposals to ensure they meet Prime proposal requirements
- Coordinates cost or price analysis on procurements of moderate to high value, risk, and complexity
- Participates in continuous improvement activities to drive material commonality and cost, schedule and risk reduction