Technical Cost Analyst (REMOTE)

Standard Job Description WHAT WE'RE DOING We are committed to work life balance by promoting this REMOTE telework option. These job requirements allow the employee to work their entire schedule somewhere other than a Lockheed Martin designated office or job site. WHO WE ARE Specialty Engineering - Technical Cost Management applies its unique and powerful combination of analytical and technical skills to increase RMS revenue and profit growth. Technical Cost integrates and synthesizes data from diverse sources to drive extraordinary business results. We exist to change the cost / value curve at RMS. This role requires the ability to drive 1-on-1 engagement with subject matter expert engineers; rapidly develop robust cost models that those engineers and their Integrated Product Teams can believe and use; learn new subject matter, often under time pressure; and build, document, and improve complex processes. THE WORK On a day to day basis, responsibilities include: 1. Manage yourself and your relationships with your colleagues while working on multiple simultaneous projects with large numbers of participants; [Effectively manage oneself, one’s time, relationships, and projects, 10%] 2. Use multiple digital systems to gather, manipulate and record data; [use databases, business intelligence, accounting and ERP / MRP software, 15%] 3. When you cannot find the data that you need, leverage relationships to help find answers; [apply investigatory abilities and practices, build social networks, 15%] 4. Build and document models that accurately forecast many different types of costs for RMS’ products, based on the data that you collect; [create detailed, accurate, and supported financial models, 25%] 5. Write documentation that explains your models, consistently document process, and create audience-appropriate presentations; [communicate clearly and concisely, 15%] 6. Make your (and your team members’) cost models accessible to others by building and testing prototypes (in Excel or another tool) of web interfaces; [Digitally transform your and the team’s work, 15%] 7. Other duties as needed or required; [make life easier and better for your coworkers, 10%]. Projects: Technical Evaluations, Should Costs, Cost Modelling. WHO YOU ARE The ideal candidate for this position is someone who: • Has strong customer relationship building skills. • Has an understanding of non-recurring material, labor and sustainment costs. • Possess in-depth knowledge of manufacturing technologies and processes. • Has a strong understanding of commodity pricing. • Knowledge of how to interpret engineering data. • Knowledge of cost modeling software. • Previous experience developing cost modeling algorithms. WHY JOIN US We are committed to work life balance by promoting this REMOTE telework option. These job requirements allow the employee to work their entire schedule somewhere other than a Lockheed Martin designated office or job site Performs technical planning, system integration, verification and validation, cost and risk, and supportability and effectiveness analyses for total systems. Analyses are performed at all levels of total system product to include: concept, design, fabrication, test, installation, operation, maintenance and disposal. Ensures the logical and systematic conversion of customer or product requirements into total systems solutions that acknowledge technical, schedule, and cost constraints. Performs functional analysis, timeline analysis, detail trade studies, requirements allocation and interface definition studies to translate customer requirements into hardware and software specifications. For positions that perform IT responsibilities, use E646, Systems Engr-IT. Basic Qualifications 1.) Relevant Engineering or Technical Background – 3‑5 years of experience in any combination of Electrical, Mechanical, Manufacturing, Industrial, Materials, Aerospace, or Systems Engineering, Procurement, Production Operations, Data Analytics, Data Science, or related disciplines. 2.) Cost‑Modeling Software Proficiency – Demonstrated ability to learn and apply manufacturing knowledge to build complex cost‑modeling using tools such as SEER or TruePlanning. 3.) CAD & Engineering Drawing Literacy – Familiarity with CAD platforms (Creo, CATIA V5, 3DX/CATIA V6) and the capacity to interpret engineering drawings/blueprints. 4.) Microsoft Office Suite Mastery – Advanced use of Excel, Word, and PowerPoint for analysis, documentation, and presentation. 5.) Data‑Driven Decision Making – Proven experience conducting data analysis and making recommendations using Excel, MATLAB, Tableau, or comparable tools. Proficient in AI prompting as it applies to this position and practice. Desired Skills 1.) Advanced engineering / systems thinking Ability to visualize complex systems, assess second‑ and third‑order effects, and apply quantitative reasoning. 2.) Statistical expertise Strong grasp of descriptive statistics; experience on projects with significant statistical components. 3.) Accounting knowledge Understanding of overhead allocation and cost‑allocation principles; coursework or experience in accounting/business administration is a plus. 4.) Information‑management proficiency Experience structuring, presenting, or designing information (e.g., UI/UX, library/information science). 5.) Qualitative‑data capability Background in disciplines such as history, anthropology, or sociology that involve synthesizing large volumes of qualitative information Pay Information GeoZone Definition: GeoZones are geographic groupings created by Lockheed Martin to align compensation ranges with regional labor markets and cost-of-labor differences across the United States. Locations are assigned a Geo Zone based on the primary work location of the role. Full-time salary range (GEOZONE 1): $88100.00 - $163700.00 Includes metropolitan areas such as Sunnyvale CA; Pal Alto, CA; New York City metropolitan area; Newark, New Jersey; etc. Full-time salary range (GEOZONE 2): :$79300.00 - $147300.00 Includes metropolitan areas such as Denver, CO; King of Prussia, PA; Stratford, CT; Moorestown, NJ; etc. Full-time salary range (GEOZONE 3): :$70500.00 - $130900.00 Includes metropolitan areas such as Dallas–Fort Worth, TX; Orlando, FL; Grand Prairie, TX; Marietta, GA; etc. Full-time salary range (GEOZONE 4): :$63400.00 - $117800.00 Includes metropolitan areas such as Camden, AR; Lexington, KY; Ocala, FL; Lufkin, TX; etc. At Lockheed Martin, we know mission success starts with taking care of our people. Our Total Rewards program is designed to attract top talent, support your well-being, and help you grow—both professionally and personally. The salary range for this position is as listed on the requisition. Please note that the salary information listed 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(work location) and business considerations when extending an offer. Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible work arrangements and schedules (e.g., 4x10), 401(k) match, Paid time off, Holidays, Parental Leave, EAP, Flexible Spending Accounts, Education Assistance, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability. Annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs may be offered depending on the position. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and can vary from year to year and are tied to a range of performance metrics. For (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.