Who We Are:  

• CAE Vision: Our vision is to be the worldwide partner of choice in defense and security, and civil aviation by revolutionizing our customers’ training and critical operations with digitally immersive solutions to elevate safety, efficiency and readiness.  

• CAE Defense & Security Mission: CAE's Defense and Security business unit focuses on helping prepare military customers to develop and maintain the highest levels of mission readiness.  

• CAE Values: Empowerment, Innovation, Excellence, Integrity and OneCAE make us who we are and we strive to make a difference in the world while helping each other succeed.  

What We Have to Offer:  

• Comprehensive and competitive benefits package and flexibility that promotes work-life balance  

• A work environment where all employees are valued, respected and safe  

• Freedom to succeed by enabling team members to deliver, take initiatives and make decisions  

• Recognition, professional development, advancement and having fun!  

Summary  

This position supports the Business Development Operations Group. This is a mid-level position and entails assignments of medium scope and complexity. Uses a variety of standard methods and techniques in solving problems. Assists senior estimators and provides guidance to junior estimators. Will be responsible for preparing cost and price estimates on proposals for training products and services in accordance with Federal Acquisition Regulations. Effort includes developing basis of estimates and what-if analyses. Supports management reviews and interfaces with engineering, supply chain and program management departments. Develops, maintains and improves estimating methods and processes. Prepares and maintains historical cost data. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities 

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

• Responsible for supporting the preparation of estimates on proposals of medium-to-high complexity   

• Supports the Capture/Program Manager in defining customer requirements and developing a solution which meets the execution strategy, schedule, and price 

• Assist Senior Pricing Analysts on large/complex proposals  

• Interface with Marketing, Capture, Engineering, Program Management, Contracts, Supply Chain, Human Resources, and other stakeholders for functional estimation activities  

• Review and interpret the Request For Proposal (RFP) to determine customer requirements in order to develop a compliant response  

• Prepare and validate cost estimates for sustainment, engineering and manufacturing labor, materials, subcontracts and vendor data, parts & equipment  

• Identify cost and price risks and apply to estimates where applicable  

• Lead cost estimation meetings and answer questions involving internal/external customers  

• Generate substantiated basis of estimates (BOEs)  

• Develop engineering parts lists and bill of materials from engineering system drawings 

• Develop different cost estimation projects and procedures for final approval by management 

• Prepare oral and written presentations; interfacing with fellow group members and other department personnel is essential  

• Demonstrate excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills  

• Flexible and comfortable working in a fast-pasted environment, supporting proposal deadlines  

• Support Make/Buy, Data, Parts & Equipment (DP&E) decisions  

• Generate cost related questions to the RFP and review responses from customers to assess the impact 

• Support the generation of Request For Quotations (RFQs) to major suppliers and subcontractors (SOWs, Specs, etc.)  

• Prepare and lead Cost Kickoffs and Cost Reviews  

• Ensure commonality, consistency, and reuse across proposals  

• Support Price and FAR 15 reviews by providing cost estimate justification 

Qualifications and Education Requirements  
 

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Finance, Accounting, Mathematics, Business, or another related field  

• Minimum 5 years of cost/price estimating experience in a technical environment  

• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret complex documents  

• Ability to respond effectively to inquiries and issues  

• Ability to generate effective oral and written presentations on complex subjects  

• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions  

• Ability to interpret complex customer requirements from verbal and written communication  

• Ability to deal with a variety of abstract ideas 

• Due to U.S. Government contract requirements, only U.S. citizens are eligible for this role.  

Security Responsibilities   

Must comply with all company security and data protection / usage policies and procedures.  Personally responsible for proper marking and handling of all information and materials, in any form. Shall not divulge any information, or afford access, to other employees not having a need-to-know. Shall not divulge information outside company without management approval.  All government and proprietary information will be accessed and stored electronically on company provided resources.    

•  Incumbent must be eligible for DoD Personal Security Clearance.   

Due to U.S. Government contract requirements, only U.S. citizens are eligible for this role.   

Work Environment  

This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.  

Physical Demands  

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.   

• Must be able to work overtime and on off-shifts as required 
  

Other Duties   

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for their job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.   

CAE USA Inc. is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to any protected characteristic, including disability and protected veteran status, as defined under federal, state, or local laws.  

Applicants needing reasonable accommodations should contact their recruiter at any point in the recruitment process.  If you need assistance to submit your application because of incompatible assistive technology or a disability, please contact us at [email protected] 

About CAE

At CAE, our mission is clear: to help make the world a safer place. For nearly 80 years, we’ve driven innovation in simulation, training, and mission readiness to support critical operations worldwide. By leveraging advanced technologies, we empower our customers to operate smarter, faster, and more sustainably. Join a purpose-driven organization where bold ideas are encouraged, collaboration drives progress, and your growth fuels our shared success.

Position Type                      

Equal Opportunity Employer

CAE is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, national origin, age, religion, sex, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other  characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. At CAE, everyone is welcome to contribute to our success. Applicants needing reasonable accommodations should contact their recruiter at any point in the recruitment process. If you need assistance to submit your application because of incompatible assistive technology or a disability, please contact us at [email protected].

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