JOB ID: 732366BR
Date posted: Jun. 15, 2026
Description:
Centralized Material Estimating Analyst - Level 1
What You Will Be Doing
As a member of the Estimating and Pricing organization, the Centralized Material Estimating Analyst will support the development, analysis, review, and approval of material estimates for program proposals and initiatives. This role plays a key part in ensuring accurate and compliant cost estimates by analyzing program requirements, developing material Basis of Estimates (BOEs), and supporting proposal activities throughout the estimating lifecycle. The position requires close collaboration with Engineering, Manufacturing, Supply Chain Management, Accounting, Finance, and Program teams to develop high-quality estimates that meet established proposal standards and support successful customer engagements, audits, fact-findings, and negotiations.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop, analyze, review, and obtain approval of material estimates for program proposals and initiatives.
- Analyze program requirements and prepare detailed material Basis of Estimates (BOEs).
- Coordinate and support internal proposal reviews, customer audits, fact-findings, and negotiations.
- Partner with Value Stream Team personnel to develop BOEs with substantive task descriptions and sound estimating methodologies.
- Ensure estimates meet established proposal quality standards and compliance requirements.
- Collaborate extensively with Engineering, Manufacturing, Supply Chain Management, Accounting, Finance, and Program organizations.
- Develop Cost Estimating Relationships (CERs) based on auditable and repeatable data that serve as reliable predictors of future work.
- Identify and analyze comparative historical data to establish valid and supportable bases of estimate.
- Develop material pricing instructions and cost estimates for detailed bills of materials.
- Interface with Program Offices, customer representatives, DCMA, and DCAA during proposal, audit, and review activities.
- Present estimating data, analyses, and recommendations to management.
- Support special projects and perform additional assignments as required.
What’s In It For You
From onsite to remote, we offer flexible work schedules to comprehensive benefits investing in your future and security,
Who You Are
You are a detail-oriented and analytical professional with a strong aptitude for cost estimating, data analysis, and cross-functional collaboration. You excel at interpreting complex program requirements, developing accurate and defensible estimates, and utilizing data-driven methodologies to support business decisions. You are comfortable working across Engineering, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Finance, and Program teams while communicating effectively with management, customers, and government representatives. Your ability to balance technical analysis, proposal development, and stakeholder coordination enables you to contribute to high-quality estimates that support successful program execution and business growth.
**Must be a US Citizen. Must have the ability to obtain a Secret level clearance after hire. This position is available at our Fort Worth TX, Marietta GA, and Palmdale CA locations, with Fort Worth TX, being the preferred location.**
Basic Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree or above from an accredited institution
- Experience with data analytics and analysis
- Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance
Desired Skills:
Desired skills :
- Excellent written, oral, and task coordination skills.
- Proposal cost estimator experience.
- Knowledge of the proposal process and BOEs
- Current Secret or Top Secret clearance
- Experience with Microsoft Office tools, especially Excel spreadsheets.
Security Clearance Statement:
This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration.
Clearance Level:
Secret
Other Important Information You Should Know
Expression of Interest:
By applying to this job, you are expressing interest in this position and could be considered for other career opportunities where similar skills and requirements have been identified as a match. Should this match be identified you may be contacted for this and future openings.
Ability to Work Remotely:
Part-time Remote Telework: The employee selected for this position will work part of their work schedule remotely and part of their work schedule at a designated Lockheed Martin facility. The specific weekly schedule will be discussed during the hiring process.
Work Schedules:
Lockheed Martin supports a variety of alternate work schedules that provide additional flexibility to our employees. Schedules range from standard 40 hours over a five day work week while others may be condensed. These condensed schedules provide employees with additional time away from the office and are in addition to our Paid Time off benefits.
Schedule for this Position:
4x10 hour day, 3 days off per week
Pay Rate: The annual base salary range for this position in California, Massachusetts, and New York (excluding most major metropolitan areas), Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, New Jersey, Vermont, Washington or Washington DC is $49,700 - $87,515. For states not referenced above, the salary range for this position will reflect the candidate’s final work location. Please note that the salary information 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 and business considerations when extending an offer.
Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays.
(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.
This position is incentive plan eligible.
Pay Rate: The annual base salary range for this position in most major metropolitan areas in California, Massachusetts, and New York is $57,100 - $99,015. For states not referenced above, the salary range for this position will reflect the candidate’s final work location. Please note that the salary information 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 and business considerations when extending an offer.
Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays.
This position is incentive plan eligible.
Lockheed Martin is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics.
The application window will close in 90 days; applicants are encouraged to apply within 5 - 30 days of the requisition posting date in order to receive optimal consideration.
At Lockheed Martin, we use our passion for purposeful innovation to help keep people safe and solve the world's most complex challenges. Our people are some of the greatest minds in the industry and truly make Lockheed Martin a great place to work.
With our employees as our priority, we provide diverse career opportunities designed to propel, develop, and boost agility. Our flexible schedules, competitive pay, and comprehensive benefits enable our employees to live a healthy, fulfilling life at and outside of work. We place an emphasis on empowering our employees by fostering an inclusive environment built upon integrity and corporate responsibility.
If this sounds like a culture you connect with, you’re invited to apply for this role. Or, if you are unsure whether your experience aligns with the requirements of this position, we encourage you to search on Lockheed Martin Jobs, and apply for roles that align with your qualifications.
Experience Level:
Experienced Professional
Business Unit:
AERONAUTICS COMPANY
Relocation Available:
Possible
Career Area:
Finance
Type:
Full-Time
Shift:
First
At Lockheed Martin, we apply our passion for purposeful innovation to keep people safe and solve the world's most complex challenges.
Pioneering Defense Technology: From aerospace to outer space to cyber space, you can innovate mission solutions alongside the best minds in the business.
United By Culture: Excellence, integrity, and collaboration define us. We accelerate change and embrace one another’s perspectives to win for our customers.
Real Impact, Real Growth: Grow your career and skills for life. Our wide array of opportunities and technology-driven learning programs enable your development and agility.
Your Health, Your Wealth, Your Life: Competitive pay, comprehensive benefits and flexible schedules designed so you thrive — at work and beyond.
Empowered to Be Your Best: Use your strengths to make a difference in the lives of one another, our customers, our communities, and our planet.
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