Proposal Engineer

Description

Spartronics develops, manufactures, and manages the full lifecycle of robust electronic and electromechanical devices for commercial aerospace, defense, space, instrumentation and control, life sciences and medical device applications. Our proven experience in complex problem solving, uncompromising attention to detail, program management and thorough documentation processes enables our customers to achieve excellence. 

The Proposal Engineer coordinates, directs and leads cost and quoting efforts to ensure optimum costing and coordination of projects and programs to make sure Spartronics meets customer expectations and manufacturing requirement.

Essential Job Functions

• Determine total production process input for labor quotes
• Develop cost element structures to capture all areas of costs
• Develop cost estimating relationships
• Execute performance monitoring and provide analysis
• Provide financial reporting and trending data
• Work with engineering groups to develop and/or revise manufacturing processes, procedure, and work instruction

Key Metrics

• Labor quoting accuracy
• Quoting on time delivery
• Cost quoting turn time

Requirements

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing, Mechanical, Electronics or other related engineering field
• Intermediate level of proficiency in MS Excel and other MS Office programs

Required Experience

• 1-2 years’ experience in cost engineering, cost estimating (preferred)
• 2-4 years’ experience in engineering field preferably manufacturing or electrical (preferred)
• Functional knowledge of accounting, financial accounting (preferred)

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Strong verbal and written communication
• Working knowledge of engineering practices/procedures regarding electronic components
• Follow standard practices/procedures to develop solutions for simple engineering issues
• Able to prioritize work, multitask and think analytically
• Work independently and in a team environment
• Working knowledge of manufacturing principles including Six Sigma and Lean Manufacturing
• Good conflict resolution

Physical Requirements

Typical office environment with occasional exposure to light manufacturing environment. 

Work Conditions

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

This job description should not be interpreted as all-inclusive; it is intended to identify major responsibilities and requirements of the job. The employee in this position may be requested to perform other job-related tasks and responsibilities than those stated above.  

This position requires use of information which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). All applicants must be U.S. persons within the meaning of ITAR.  ITAR defines a U.S. person as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. 'Green Card Holder'), Political Asylee, or Refugee. 

Spartronics is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against applicants due to race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, veteran status, or based on disability or any other federal, state, or local protected class.