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Sr Manager, Pricing & Estimating

Description

_Who We Are_

Textron Systems is part of Textron, a $14 billion, multi\-industry company employing 35,000 talented makers, thinkers, creators and doers worldwide\. We make things that fly, hover, zoom and launch\. Things that move people\. Protect soldiers\. Power industries\. We serve customers in industries spanning aerospace and defense, specialized vehicles, turf care and fuel systems\.

This role is in Textron System’s **Air Systems**

business area\. Visit TextronSystems\.com & Lycoming\.com to read more about who we are and the products we make\!

Textron Systems is part of Textron, a $14 billion, multi\-industry company employing 35,000 talented makers, thinkers, creators and doers worldwide\. We make things that fly, hover, zoom and launch\. Things that move people\. Protect soldiers\. Power industries\. We serve customers in industries spanning aerospace and defense, specialized vehicles, turf care and fuel systems\.This role is in Textron System’sAir Systemsbusiness area\. Visit TextronSystems\.com & Lycoming\.com to read more about who we are and the products we make\!

About This Role

We believe people should love what they do – in this role, you will be responsible for:

The Pricing & Estimating Sr Manager is responsible for the overall department performance and growth of personnel\. Will oversee staff in developing fully supported pricing proposals that will be submitted in response to government and other customer requests, manages the workload of direct reports, and coordinates pricing efforts with management and other departments\. Duties include leading the Pricing & Estimating team through proposal development, pricing analysis, pricing strategy, compliance with company policies and government requirements, fact\-finding, audits, negotiations, problem solving, and training of personnel\. This role requires working closely with cross\-functional teams such as business development, program management, contracts, finance, procurement, engineering, and manufacturing to fully understand the customer RFP and to develop a compliant pricing proposal for submittal\. Must be capable of managing the department workload and deliverables against strict timelines and meeting expectations in a detail\-oriented, performance\-driven, business environment\. Responsible for the development of the financial analysis for management reviews on all proposals, including margin analysis, risks and opportunities, and cash flow schedule\.

Desirable qualities for the ideal candidate would include excellent organizational skills, ability to work concurrently on multiple and varied projects, strong written and verbal communication skills, detail\-oriented, excellent analytical and problem\-solving skills, ability to utilize good common sense, strong leadership abilities, sound judgment, and ability to effectively interface with both internal and external customers\. **Job Responsibilities:**

Ability to effectively develop teams and manage/direct the workflow of others is required\. Develop, train, and mentor direct reports using a formalized performance management process and positive leadership examples\.

Participates in determining objectives of work assignments, planning schedules, and arranging activities in accomplishing objectives of the department\.

Strong business background with knowledge of all aspects of government and commercial job costing in an engineering development and manufacturing environment\.

Analysis of proposal bills of materials, utilization of actual and estimated labor and procurement data, pricing and estimating practices, functional department estimates, and proposal auditing\.

Performs review and analysis of cost proposals activities prior to submission to management for approval and negotiation with customers to ensure cost data are current, accurate, and complete\.

Develops solutions to a variety of complex proposal related problems using established policies, procedures and best practices\.

Works special assignments as required using independent judgment and initiative\.

Plan, execute & manage multiple projects that include improvement reviews of business processes, particularly on regulatory & compliance\-related systems & programs\.

Advanced knowledge of General Accounting processes, procedures, and rules and accounting systems to properly apply the correct overheads, burdens, pricing factors, and other applicable rates & the application of pricing and costing principles, concepts, practices, and standards\.

Qualifications

A bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Math, Accounting, or related field with 10 years of related experience\.

Aerospace & Defense industry experience, problem solving ability, excellent analytical skills, and ability to analyze and understand complex systems and processes are preferred\.

Must have working knowledge of FAR, DFARS and CAS with emphasis in preparing pricing proposals that are current, accurate, and complete\.

Must have in depth working knowledge of DCAA/DCMA

Familiarity with Other Transaction Authority \(OTA\) proposals

Strong interpersonal, communication, & organizational skills are required\.

A self\-starter, quick learner, and independent work style which requires minimal supervision is also desirable for this position\.

Previous Manager experience highly preferred

Leadership experience and a successful track record of developing a team highly preferred

Ability to maintain focus and professionalism throughout the proposal development cycle

Strong Microsoft Office Suite skills are required\.

Working knowledge of ProPricer is preferred\. **_How We Care_**

At Textron Systems, our talented people make us successful\. We promote an inclusive environment where we value individuality, differences, and unique perspectives\.

Our Company is committed to offering employees opportunities to grow and develop\. Our benefits and compensation packages are designed to help our talented employees excel and achieve their goals, so they can make a difference every day in and outside of the workplace\. Below are just a few examples\!

Flexible Work Schedules

Education Assistance

Career Development & Training Opportunities

Wellness Program \(including Fitness Reimbursement\)

Medical, Dental, Vision & 401\(K\) with Company Funding

Paid Parental Leave **_Are you a Military Veteran?_**

Textron's products and services are trusted everyday by those who protect our country\. We are dedicated to hiring these Veterans and aim to translate their skills to make an impact on our Company\.

Textron’s compensation package includes competitive base pay and provides eligible employees with benefit programs\. Benefits may include health insurance and prescription plan coverage, dental insurance, family building benefits, vision insurance, mental health resources, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and programs that provide employees time away from work\. The pay range should be used as a general guide only\. Compensation is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations\.

In compliance with the local pay transparency law, the pay range for this position is

$140,100 \- $214,700 per year\.

EEO Statement

Textron is committed to providing Equal Opportunity in Employment, to all applicants and employees regardless of race, color, religion, age, national origin, military status, veteran status, disability, sex \(including pregnancy and sexual orientation\), genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law\.

**Recruiting Company:** Textron Systems

**Primary Location:** US-Maryland-Hunt Valley

**Job Function:** Finance/Accounting

**Schedule:** Full-time

**Job Level:** Manager with Direct Reports

**Job Type:** Standard

**Shift:** First Shift

**Travel:** Yes, 5 % of the Time

**Job Posting:** 01/14/2026, 10:42:11 AM

**Job Number:** 338799