Manufacturing Proposal Analyst - Early Professional - Level 2

Standard Job Description

WHAT WE'RE DOING

At Lockheed Martin Rotary and Mission Systems, we''re on a mission to drive innovation and uphold the highest standards of business ethics. We believe that by pushing the boundaries of visionary thinking, we can achieve exceptional results. As a Lockheed Martin employee, you''ll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact while working in an environment that values integrity and excellence.

THE WORK

• Develops, plans & schedules proposals in accordance with estimating policy,Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) & Defense Federal Acquisition Regulations (DFARS) requirements, USG Bus. System Requirements & other govt. regulations.
• Shapes, develops & matures bus. case analyses & cost methods resulting in a comprehensive bid/price strategy.
• Develops initiatives to increase profitability & cashflow.
• Acts as the estimating lead on proposals compiling cost, schedule, & technical elements to development proposals in accordance with Request For Proposal (RFP) specs.
• Coordinates the collection of cost, scheduling, & performance elements from functional departments.
• Performs financial modeling & analyses related to major proposals, including rate studies & analysis, bus. case development, cash flow analysis, NPV & IRR & presents analyses & recommendations to leaders.
• Researches & analyzes historical data, develops cost models to support proposal efforts & determination of accuracy of functional estimates.
• Participates in should-cost & pricing reviews with mngmt & customer reps.
• Participates as a member of the contract negotiating team & interacts with DCAA /other audit agencies.
• Initiates process improvements to enhance productivity & efficiency within pricing & estimating functions.
• May provide day-to-day direction & guidance to less senior Proposal Analysts.
• Develops, communicates, & implements Estimating & Pricing policies/procedures, & conducts monitoring & surveillance activities to ensure that the policies/procedures are being thoroughly & consistently implemented.
• Possesses comprehensive written & oral communications skills to support proposal development activities, executive proposal reviews, fact-finding & negotiations, & interaction with DCAA/other audit agencies.

Please Note: Due to facility requirements, US Citizenship is required. While this is a hybrid telework role, candidates must be local to Syracuse, NY or Moorestown, NJ, or be willing to relocate to one of these areas to be considered for this role.

WHO YOU ARE

You are a detail‑oriented analyst who excels at translating complex data into clear proposals, mentors peers, communicates effectively, and leverages advanced Excel, SAP, and P2P expertise to deliver precise estimates and organized, high‑impact results.

A level 2 employee is an early professional and typically has 1+ years of related experience.

WHY JOIN US

In this role you will have the opportunity to make strategic contributions to mission‑critical proposal initiatives.

Our benefits are built to match the caliber of your work. Reliable, high‑performing, and mission‑ready. You'll enjoy world‑class resources, mentorship, continuous learning, competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and a supportive work‑life balance-all within a culture that values innovation, integrity, and collaboration.

Basic Qualifications

• Related experience in one or more of the following fields: Operations, Engineering, Finance, Material Cost Estimating, or Supply Chain Management
• Prior experience with estimating techniques and have knowledge of the proposal process
• Demonstrated ability to analyze and present complex data
• US Citizenship is required due to facility requirements

Desired Skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel
• Experience in manufacturing and configuration of builds
• Experience in writing Basis of Estimates (BOEs)
• Understanding of Operations labor charging
• Understanding of Bill of Materials with several levels
• Strong organizational and prioritization skills
• Demonstrated communication skills and proven to be extremely detailed oriented
• Experience in SAP
• Experience in P2P

Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range: $59900.00 - $111300.00

At Lockheed Martin, we know mission success starts with taking care of our people. Our Total Rewards program is designed to attract top talent, support your well-being, and help you grow-both professionally and personally.

The salary range for this position is as listed on the requisition. Please note that the salary information listed is a general guideline only. Lockheed Martin considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate''s work experience, education/ training, key skills as well as market(work location) and business considerations when extending an offer.

Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible work arrangements and schedules (e.g., 4x10), 401(k) match, Paid time off, Holidays, Parental Leave, EAP, Flexible Spending Accounts, Education Assistance, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability.

• Annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs may be offered depending on the position. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and can vary from year to year and are tied to a range of performance metrics.
• For (Washington state applicants only) Non-represented full-time employees: accrue at least 10 hours per month of Paid Time Off (PTO) to be used for incidental absences and other reasons; receive at least 90 hours for holidays. Represented full time employees accrue 6.67 hours of Vacation per month; accrue up to 52 hours of sick leave annually; receive at least 96 hours for holidays. PTO, Vacation, sick leave, and holiday hours are prorated based on start date during the calendar year.