Date Posted:
2025-04-29Country:
United States of AmericaLocation:
PW100: East Hartford 400 Main Street, East Hartford, CT, 06118 USAPosition Role Type:
HybridU.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements:
U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.Security Clearance:
None/Not RequiredPratt & Whitney is working to once again transform the future of flight—designing, building and servicing engines unlike any the world has ever seen. And because transformation begins from within, we’re seeking the people to drive it. So, calling all curious.
Come ready to explore and you’ll find a place where your talent takes flight—beyond the borders of title, a country or your comfort zone. Bring your passion and commitment and we’ll welcome you into a tight-knit team that takes our mission personally. Channel your drive to make a difference into shaping an organization and an industry that’s evolving fast to the future.
At Pratt & Whitney, the difference you make is on display every day. Just look up. Are you ready to go beyond?
Job Summary:
The Military Engines Business Acquisition Center of Excellence (BACE) team is seeking an enthusiastic and qualified team member for a Proposal Estimating Specialist. This position is in the BACE Estimating Organization which provides estimation expertise through the development of comprehensive, compliant, and timely Basis of Estimates (BOEs) which meet customer requirements and support proposal development through sweep / certification process. This team member will work with subject matter experts (SMEs) in the development of quality estimates to substantiate Pratt & Whitney’s price on its most state of the art, competitive Military Engine programs. Attention to detail and strong support during the fact finding, negotiation, sweep, and contract award process are all key elements to an effective competitive position. This role necessitates close coordination with key stakeholders including the Proposal Manager, Business Acquisition Team (BAT), Program Management Office (PMO), Program Finance Services (PFS), Pricing and Contracts.
What You Will Do:
- Lead the development of large and complex estimates by working closely with SMEs to:
1) understand the proposal strategy as determined by the Proposal Manager
2) identify and analyze applicability to similar contractual efforts for historical reference through the examination of historical SAP data
3) develop comprehensive estimation language that meets FAR compliance, department standards, internal and external customer requirements
4) validate estimation methodology for accuracy, quality, compliance, and alignment to proposal strategy - Work with SMEs to coordinate responses to customer requests for information (RFIs) on estimates and other fact-finding requests by ensuring comprehensive, accurate and on time replies to the program
- Support proposal negotiation activities; evaluate, develop, and implement solutions leading to a thorough and timely proposal submittal
- Act as the BACE Estimation point of contact in proposal reviews; manage closure of SME certification of BOEs and proposal TINA sweep process
- Collaborate with stakeholders such as the Proposal Manager, broader estimation team and programs through effective communication
- Create and update estimation procedures and standard work; identify opportunities for improvement and be a change agent for the business acquisition process (BAP)
- Demonstrate ability to consistently meet deadlines in a schedule driven environment
The core competencies essential to success in this position are:
- Project management and collaboration skills with ability to lead by influencing without direct authority
- Organized and detail oriented with strong critical thinking and analytical skills
- Ability to work well in teams, with peers and management, effective interpersonal skills
- Strong oral and written communication skills; demonstrated self-initiative and accountability
- Enthusiasm with drive to continuously learn new things
- Ability to efficiently and effectively handle multiple shifting priorities while meeting deadlines, customer focus, Highly adaptable and flexible
Qualifications You Must Have:
- Bachelors degree with 5+ years of relevant experience; or an advanced degree with 3+ years of relevant experience.
- 4+ years of experience in logistics support or program/project/proposal execution.
- The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.
Qualifications You Prefer:
- A degree in engineering, logistics, finance, or business management is preferred.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Teams, SharePoint and SAP.
What is my role type?
In addition to transforming the future of flight, we are also transforming how and where we work. We’ve introduced role types to help you understand how you will operate in our blended work environment. This role is:
- Hybrid: Employees who are working in Hybrid roles will work regularly both onsite and offsite. This means that responsibilities of the job need to be performed onsite on a regular basis.
This role is hybrid and may require onsite support in East Hartford, CT to support proposals and ROMs.
Candidates will learn more about role type and current site status throughout the recruiting process. For onsite and hybrid roles, commuting to and from the assigned site is the employee’s personal responsibility.
This requisition is eligible for an employee referral award. ALL eligibility requirements must be met to receive the referral award.
The salary range for this role is 82,000 USD - 164,000 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.
Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits, including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, flexible work schedules, employee assistance program, Employee Scholar Program, parental leave, paid time off, and holidays. Specific benefits are dependent upon the specific business unit as well as whether or not the position is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement.
Hired applicants may be eligible for annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs depending on the level of the position and whether or not it is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and are dependent upon a variety of factors including, but not limited to, individual performance, business unit performance, and/or the company’s performance.
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.
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