COST ESTIMATING ANALYST 2Location:Newport News, Virginia, United StatesDate: Oct 28, 2024Req ID: 39634Team: O19 CNTRCTS & PRCNGEntity: Newport News ShipbuildingUS Citizenship Required for this Position: YesFull-TimeShift: 1stRelocation: No relocation assistance availableVirtual/Telework Opportunity: Yes - Occasional or hybrid telework availableTravel Requirement: Yes, 10%-25% of the timeClearance Required: No - Clearance Not Required to StartMeet HII’s Newport News ShipbuildingWith more than 25,000 employees – including third-, fourth- and even fifth-generation shipbuilders – HII’s Newport News Shipbuilding (NNS) division is the largest industrial employer in Virginia. We’re the sole designer, builder and refueler of U.S. Navy nuclear aircraft carriers and one of two providers of U.S. Navy nuclear submarines. Our diverse and innovative team of professionals ranges from skilled trades to project managers, engineers and software developers to solution architects, technical subject matter experts, and system users. Anchored in our rich, 135-year history, we collaborate together at the forefront of technology, manufacturing, and integration of the most powerful and survivable naval ships in the world. Want to be part of the team? Apply today! We look forward to meeting you.The RoleEstimates labor and material costs of manufacturing and engineering based on request for proposal (RFP) data submitted by prospective customers. Analyzes specifications, including sketches, blueprints, bills of material, or sample layouts, and calculates production costs using labor and material pricing schedules and historical data. Collects cost data from functional representatives, subcontractors, and vendors. Computes cost estimates of raw materials or subcontracted work and labor. Prepares and maintains historical cost data. Creates cost models for cost estimating elements. Prepares cost reports and presents findings to management, contract personnel, proposal coordinators, customer representatives, price auditors, vendors, and subcontractors.The ideal candidate should be a self-starter, team-oriented, resourceful, independent thinker, solutions-focused, adaptable, and flexible individual. Strong leadership and communication skills, both verbal and written, are necessary due to the collaborative nature of this position with the other functional areas of NNS, as well as external customers. In addition, job duties include ship checks which includes climbing vertical/horizontal ladders and being in confined spaces on Carrier Overhaul/Inactivation programs. Candidate should have strong MS Office skills (particularly Excel), Proficiency with SAP, COGNOS, and demonstrated ability to learn quickly, adjust to change and enjoy challenges of new problems or situations.Must HaveBachelor's Degree and 3 years of relevant exempt experience; Master’s Degree and 1 years of relevant professional experienceOne of the following may be used as equivalent to Bachelor's Degree to meet minimum qualifications:NNS Apprentice School graduateNavy Nuclear Power School (NNPS) graduateAssociate's Degree or other formal 2 year program and 2 years of relevant exempt experience or 4 years of relevant non-exempt experienceMilitary Paygrade E-5 or above military experienceHigh School/GED and 4 years combined of Manufacturing, Shipbuilding, Trades, Military experience or other relevant exempt experienceHigh School/GED and 8 years combined of Manufacturing, Shipbuilding, Trades, Military experience or other relevant non-exempt experienceNice to HaveKnowledge of SAP and CONGOSAbilty to climb horiztonal and/or vertical laddersAbility to work in confimed spacesStrong leadership and commuinciation skills (written and verbal)Why HIIWe build the world’s most powerful, survivable naval ships and defense technology solutions that safeguard our seas, sky, land, space and cyber. HII’s diverse workforce includes skilled tradespeople; artificial intelligence, machine learning (AI/ML) experts; engineers; technologists; scientists; logistics experts; and business administration professionals.Recognized as one of America’s top large company employers, we are a values and ethics driven organization that puts people’s safety and well-being first. Regardless of your role or where you serve, at HII, you’ll find a supportive and welcoming environment, competitive benefits, and valuable educational and training programs for continual career growth at every stage of your career.Working at HII is more than a job - it’s an opportunity to build a future. We offer comprehensive benefits including: medical, prescription drug, dental and vision plan choices, on-site health centers, tele-medicine, wellness resources, employee assistance programs, savings plan options (401K), financial education and planning tools, life insurance, tuition reimbursement, employee discounts, early childhood and post-secondary education scholarships, and more. Some benefits may vary depending on your specific division or work location.Together we are working to ensure a future where everyone can be free and thrive.Today’s challenges are bigger than ever, and the nation needs the best of us. It’s why we’re focused on hiring, developing and nurturing our diversity. We believe that diversity among our workforce strengthens the organization, stimulates creativity, promotes the exchange of ideas and enriches the work lives of all our employees.All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, physical or mental disability, age, or veteran status or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law. U.S. Citizenship may be required for certain positions.Do You Need Assistance?If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Reasonable accommodations are considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only those inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this e-mail address.Additionally, you may also call 1-844-849-8463 for assistance. 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