Cost Production Estimator

American Rheinmetall is a leader in the design, development, and production of advanced tracked and wheeled vehicles, vehicle systems, and critical components that support U.S. military modernization. Our expertise spans electronic and mechanical systems, fabricated structures, armored products, rubber solutions, and track systems, delivering reliable innovation to both defense and commercial markets. As part of the global Rheinmetall family, we combine proven heritage with forward-looking technology to provide solutions that defend and feed the world.
This key functional position is a critical role within American Rheinmetall (AR) focusing on Cost Estimating to support the development, coordination and delivery of cost estimating data requirements. Develop comprehensive estimates of labor, travel, non-recurring expenses, other direct costs, and material costs for defense manufacturing programs
Coordinate all activities related to quoting materials, parts, supplies or processes in response to customer request for quotes
Develop cost targets working with the Program Management Office, Business Development, and Supply Chain
Primarily responsible for the accumulation and support for large proposals, including drafting proposal pricing narratives (i.e. Cost Volumes) and accumulating pricing support data from subject matter experts within the American Rheinmetall organization
Assist the Estimating Manager and/or Director of Estimating in proposal audits
Analyze data and create summaries to aid management's review and evaluation of various elements within quotes and proposals
Supports all repeat business as required with updated quoting data
Supports Launch Team after PO award by working with American Rheinmetall Purchasing and Engineering Teams to hand off costing data
Detailed knowledge of Military Standards and Regulations as they pertain to the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and the Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS)
Ability to present technical / commercial / contractual solutions to clients and internal stakeholders
Must demonstrate an enthusiasm to engage with and support overseas colleagues to ensure all staff have the information and opportunity to perform to the best of their abilities
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills are required to work effectively with the US team, suppliers, customer, and corporate parent staff
balancing "analysis" with "doing"
Bachelor's degree (B. in business or related manufacturing program from a two-year college with related work experience

OEM estimating for full vehicles with experience using Work Breakdown Structures (WBS) and Statements of Work (SOW)

Local travel within Michigan, Ohio, and possible travel to Europe
American Rheinmetall provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sex (including pregnancy), gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or marital status, in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.