Standard Job Description

As the PAC-3 Production Estimating Manager, you’ll lead a high-performing team responsible for the development, oversight, and execution of cost estimating and pricing strategies that directly support proposals. This position offers the opportunity to influence key business decisions, collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders, and drive continuous improvement across the estimating organization.

What You Will Be Doing

As the Proposal Analysis Mgr you will be responsible for leading the strategic planning and execution of cost‑estimating activities for PAC‑3 Production proposals.
Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Lead the development, coordination, and submission of cost, schedule, and technical elements for all proposals.
• Prioritize and manage team workload to ensure timely, accurate, and compliant proposal deliveries.
• Provide guidance, mentorship, and performance assessment for estimating personnel.
• Review and validate cost estimates to ensure adherence to internal procedures and customer requirements.
• Champion the professional development and training of all estimating personnel to foster growth and strengthen organizational capability. 
• Drive process optimization, standardization, and continuous improvement across the estimating function.

Why Join Us

The ideal candidate is a collaborative leader with strong analytical expertise and the ability to influence senior leadership while delivering measurable impact.
We are committed to supporting your work‑life balance and overall well‑being, offering flexible scheduling options. Learn more about Lockheed Martin’s comprehensive benefits package here.

Further Information About This Opportunity

This position is in Dallas. Discover more about our Dallas, Texas location.

MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN -  This position requires selected candidate to possess ability to obtain a Secret clearance.

Basic Qualifications

• Strong Experience Applying Business Acumen

• Leadership Experience

• Experience in Data Analysis

• Experience with developing proposals in accordance with FAR & DFARS within a DOD environment as well as commercial and competitive proposal requests

Desired Skills

• Demonstrated leadership skills including excellent communication, organizational skills, and the ability to train, lead and direct team members.

• Proven ability to synthesize complex data and effectively communicate insights, recommendations to executive leaders

• Experience with reviewing estimates / proposals for compliance with RFP, Government regulations per FAR, and internal processes.

• Experience supporting DCAA / DCMA audits

Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range: $109700.00 - $203700.00

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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.