Machinery - Labor Estimator

Job Description

BAE Systems is seeking a Labor Estimator II - Machinery to support the San Diego, CA Ship Repair shipyard. This position reports directly to the Proposal Estimating Manager.

In this role, the Labor Estimator II - Machinery:

• Develops detailed estimates for machinery work in support of repairs and installations on U.S. Navy, MSC, USCG and all types of commercial vessels;
• Performs proposal/production estimating duties as described by BAE Systems;
• Reads and interprets 4-E work specifications and drawings;
• Works with contract administrators, material estimators, subcontract administrators, and advanced planning personnel in the development of estimates;
• Works cross functionally with trades and operations teams to ensure bid accuracy;
• Supports Request for Bid Approval (RBA) meetings with various levels of leadership.

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

• Typically requires a High School Diploma, GED, or the equivalent, and a minimum of 5 years experience in repairs of Navy Vessels and/or marine repair contracts administration;
• Must be able to read, interpret, and understand 4-E work specifications and drawings;
• Able to work with contract administrators, material estimators, subcontract administrators, and advanced planning personnel in the development of estimates;
• A detail-oriented and self-motivated individual is a must;
• Computer skills to include Intermediate/Advanced level proficiency in MS Word and Excel;
• Ability to run, read, and interpret reports for labor, material and subcontractor costs.

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

• Work Item Specification development experience is a plus;
• U.S. Naval experience as an Engineman (EN), Gas Turbine Systems Technician Mechanical (GSM), or Machinist's Mate (MM) is a plus;
• Actual shipyard experience as a craft Inside or Outside Machinist familiar with shipboard repair standards and practices is highly desired;

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $64130 - $109010

Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.

Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.
About BAE Systems Platforms & Services BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it’s what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts – defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team—making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you’ll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference.

The Platforms & Services (P&S) sector under BAE Systems, Inc does the big stuff: the armored combat vehicles, naval guns, missile launchers, and naval ship repair…just to name a few. Our employees take pride in the work they do and why they do it. They are on the front lines every day, building our products to protect the lives of those who serve. We may be biased, but we think P&S does some of the coolest work around, and we think you will too.