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Curtiss-Wright Corporation Sr Pricing & Estimating Analyst in Round Rock, Texas
Sr Pricing & Estimating Analyst
The Pricing & Estimating Analyst is responsible for leading the development of pricing strategies, cost estimates, and financial analysis for customer quotations and proposals. This role partners closely with Sales, Engineering, Operations, and Supply Chain to ensure all bids and quotations are financially sound, competitive, and aligned with company margin objectives. The position will report to the Director of Finance and plays a key role in improving quote accuracy, margin performance, and pricing governance.
Location: Round Rock, TX (onsite)
We take care of our people!
Paid Time Off I 401K with Employer Match and Profit Sharing I Health and Wellness Benefits I Learning and Development Opportunities I Referral Program I Competitive Pay I Recognition I Employee Stock Purchase Plan (https://curtisswright.com/investor-relations/overview/default.aspx) I Inclusive & Supportive Culture (https://careers.curtisswright.com/en/who-we-are/) *
Salary Information: $88,000 - $115,000 annually, plus bonus
Please note that the salary range information provided is a general guideline only. Criteria such as the candidate’s qualifications and relevant experience, the scope of the specific position, as well as market and business considerations will be evaluated when extending an offer.
Your Challenge:
Quote & Bid Management:
Lead the RFQ / proposal costing process for new and existing products.
Develop detailed cost models including: labor, materials, overhead, subcontractor costs, logistics
Coordinate with engineering and operations to validate production assumptions.
Pricing Strategy:
Establish pricing guidelines that meet target gross margins and profitability goals.
Evaluate competitive positioning and customer pricing sensitivity.
Obtain pricing approval for major quotes before submission to customers.
Cost Estimation:
Build and maintain standard cost models and estimating tools.
Analyze bill of materials, routings, and labor standards.
Develop cost estimates for new product introductions and engineered-to-order products.
Cost estimators typically analyze data to determine the labor, materials, and time required to manufacture products.
Financial Analysis:
Perform deal profitability analysis and margin modeling.
Review impact of pricing decisions on: contribution margin, capacity utilization, working capital
Support Finance with forecasting and strategic pricing analysis.
Process Improvement:
Implement standardized RFQ workflows and approval processes.
Improve quote turnaround time and cost accuracy.
Establish pricing dashboards and reporting.
Develop standardized estimating procedures and documentation.
Cross functional collaboration:
Sales / Business Development – customer quotes
Engineering – technical scope and product specifications
Operations / Manufacturing – labor and routing assumptions
Supply Chain – supplier quotes
Finance leadership – margin approval and profitability analysis
Your Expertise:
Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Engineering, or Business
Minimum 5+ years in: manufacturing costing, estimating, pricing, commercial finance
ERP systems (SAP, Syteline, Oracle, etc.)
Excel modeling
Margin analysis
RFQ management
Strong communication and cross functional collaboration skills.
Who We Are
Our Values (https://www.curtisswright.com/company/sustainability/core-values/default.aspx)
Environmental, Social and Governance
Curtiss Wright Round Rock is a global engineering and design manufacture leader with just over six decades of experience designing for heavily regulated markets, such as nuclear, aerospace, oil and gas, and more. We develop sensors and instrumentation and control solutions for harsh environments and mission critical applications when safety and reliability matter. We focus on our customers’ success in every step of our process from sales engagement, quality, delivery, and customer service. Our customers trust us and know our commitment to safety is our top priority.
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Compliance Statement
This position may require exposure to export-controlled information and subject to additional security screening. In the event information provided during the security screening reveals ineligibility to access export-controlled information, any offer of employment may be reconsidered or withdrawn.
Curtiss-Wright is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, sexual orientation, gender identity, physical or mental disability, age, ancestry, legally protected medical condition, family care status, marital status, religion, veteran status, national origin, or any other legally protected status. If you require accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact Talent Acquisition. (TA_COE@curtisswright.com)
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If you require accommodation due to a disability at any time during the recruitment and/or assessment process, please contact Talent Acquisition (TA_COE@curtisswright.com) and we will make all reasonable efforts to accommodate your request.
Join the WRIGHT Team!
Over 95 years of growth, Curtiss-Wright is an integrated, market-facing global diversified industrial company and remains a technology leader through this legacy of innovation. Through three well-balanced segments – Aerospace & Industrial, Defense Electronics and Naval & Power, we remain focused on advanced technologies for high performance platforms and critical applications. Diversity, commitment to excellence and dedication to the spirit of pioneering innovation continue to drive the employees of Curtiss-Wright.
Our Values
What makes a world-class organization? It all begins with core values that provide a strong foundation for success. Simple in theory, the values of Curtiss-Wright are reflected in every aspect of our operations. To our employees, these are more than words on a wall – we all take these values to heart in our relationships with our customers and each other.
Leadership
We lead based on vision and strategic direction, empowering employees to reach goals through thoughtful and decisive action.
Customer Focus
We are committed to achieving total quality by meeting our customers’ expectations and delivering products and services in a timely fashion.
Teamwork & Trust
Working in a spirit of trust and collaboration, we actively encourage employees to contribute their ideas and innovations to keep our company moving forward.
Respect for People
We believe that people are our most valuable asset and will always do the right thing in our dealings and interactions with all employees.
Integrity
We will act with the highest integrity in all of our business relationships and strategic partnerships.
What We Offer Our Employees:
Opportunity: As part of the Curtiss-Wright team, you have the opportunity each day to transform the way customers do business, as well as transform your career. Our entrepreneurial environment provides you with excellent experiences that enable you to develop your skills through stretch assignments and the opportunity to work with the best talent in the industry. You will have the opportunity to contribute from day one!
Challenging Work: The work we do here is not only challenging, but it is meaningful to our customers, our employees and the communities in which they live and work. You are given the chance to work on some of the most advanced technology projects in the world. Now that something to be proud of!
Collaborative Environment: The teamwork among our exceptionally talented people enables us to deliver some of the most advanced solutions to our customers.