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ID 2026-37103

Position Type Full Time Position Classification On-Site Job Function Finance Company Overview General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems (OTS) is a global leader in the design, engineering and production of munitions, energetics, weapons, armaments, and missile subsystems around the world. OTS empowers the U.S. military and its allies with an extensive range of overarching product segments applied across all levels of strategic and tactical operations, providing a cutting-edge advantage to our warfighters. Our Ethos of Honesty, Trust, Transparency, and Alignment, are the guiding principles that form the foundation of everything we do. Integrity is paramount, innovation fuels our passion, customer satisfaction is at the core of our mission, and collaboration is key to our success - fostering a culture of teamwork and mutual respect among employees, partners, and stakeholders. Whether you're just starting out on your career journey or are an experienced professional, we offer a robust total rewards package that goes above and beyond with compensation; healthcare, wellness, retirement, and work/life benefits that include career development and recognition programs. If who we are and what we do resonates with you, we invite you to join our high-performance team!

Job Summary The Cost Estimating Specialist:

Creates cost estimates for new business proposals, including reviewing scope of work and project requirements, analyzing historical data, working with other functions to receive functional inputs. Supports proposal through internal approval cycles, and through customer negotiations. Will interface with other internal functions, and may interface with Government agencies, or customers. This position can be located in Saco, Maine or Colchester, Vermont Impact of the Role General Profile\nRequires conceptual knowledge of theories, practices, and procedures within a job discipline\nPerforms routine assignments using existing procedures\nReceives instruction, guidance and direction from more senior level roles\nEntry level to a professional career progression\nConsistent exercise of discretion & judgment Essential Functions Develops cost estimates for projects based on work scope, specifications, and contract proposals using applicable estimating methodologies and tools.\nAnalyzes project requirements, plans, and specifications to identify labor, material, equipment, and service requirements.\nUses benchmark data, trends, prior estimates, and historical pricing schedules to generate detailed cost estimates that consist of itemized lists of expenses, labor hours, material quantities, and potential cost variations.\nDepending on the complexity and type of project, may use different estimating methods, mathematical models, or specialized estimating software tools to generate estimates. Required Qualifications Required education and experience: Associate's Degree and 0-3 years' experience OR Equivalent Combination of Relevant Education &/or Experience\nCritical professional related technical skills; computer skills: Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) Preferred Qualifications Preferred education and experience: Bachelor's Degree\n

Discipline/Major:

Finance or related degree preferred.\nKnowledge, skills & abilities: Cost Estimation. Material Requirements Planning. Project Estimation. Requirements Analysis. Spreadsheet advanced. Cost Analysis. Specification Review. ERP Systems. Physical Requirements Must be able to remain in a stationary position at a desk and/or computer for extended periods of time.\nWork primarily in a climate-controlled environment with minimal safety/health hazard potential. Travel Requirements Up to 25% travel likely. Pay Range (USD) $55,000.00 - $75,000.00 Pay Transparency Statement The salary range displayed reflects the minimum and maximum for salary for this position. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, internal equity, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the range during the hiring process. Additional Compensation Hired applicant may be eligible to participate in the Company's Gain Sharing Program. Benefits Employees are eligible for medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, and basic life insurance as well as pre-tax spending accounts. Employees are also able to enroll in the company's 401k plan. In addition to the benefits discussed above, the company offers the following voluntary benefits: Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance, Identify Theft Protection, Enhanced Legal Services, Auto and Home Insurance, Pet Insurance, Commuter Benefits, Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Educational Assistance, Employee Assistance Programs and College Savings Plan (529). Paid Time Off Employees will receive paid holidays and 120 hours of PTO annually and up to 3 weeks paid family leave. _____________________________ The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only. The statements do not represent an exhaustive list of required responsibilities and skills. Other duties may be added or this job description may be amended at any time. This job description does not alter an employee's at-will employment status or create an employment agreement or contract, implied or otherwise.","type","jobPosting","source","LC","accountId","3157026","organizationName","General Dynamics - Ordnance and Tactical Systems (AR,ME,NE,OH,VT)","applicationUrl","https://diversityjobs.com/career/18305611/Cost-Estimating-Specialist-I-Vermont-Colchester","Colchester, VT","isRemote","location",{"_230":231,"_232":233},"createdAt","2026-09-18T07:41:40.993893264Z","updatedAt","2026-09-17T13:18:44.923Z","publishedAt","2026-09-15T00:00:00Z","expiresAt","2026-10-18T00:00Z","status","active","isExpired","isDiscoverable",true,"isSearchable","isSpotlight","isDraft","careerSkills",[191,192,193,194,195,196,197,198,199,200,201,202],"requiredEducation","2_college","benefitCategories",[185,186,187,188,189,190],"amount",65000,"isEmailRequired","isPhoneRequired","formattedDescription","

Cost Estimating Specialist I General Dynamics - Ordnance and Tactical Systems (AR,ME,NE,OH,VT) $55,000.00 - $75,000.00 life insurance, paid time off, paid holidays, 401(k) United States, Vermont, Colchester Sep 15, 2026 Cost Estimating Specialist I

Job Locations US-ME-Saco | US-VT-Colchester Requisition

ID 2026-37103

Job Summary The Cost Estimating Specialist:

Requires conceptual knowledge of theories, practices, and procedures within a job discipline

Performs routine assignments using existing procedures

Receives instruction, guidance and direction from more senior level roles

Entry level to a professional career progression

Consistent exercise of discretion & judgment Essential Functions Develops cost estimates for projects based on work scope, specifications, and contract proposals using applicable estimating methodologies and tools.

Analyzes project requirements, plans, and specifications to identify labor, material, equipment, and service requirements.

Uses benchmark data, trends, prior estimates, and historical pricing schedules to generate detailed cost estimates that consist of itemized lists of expenses, labor hours, material quantities, and potential cost variations.

Depending on the complexity and type of project, may use different estimating methods, mathematical models, or specialized estimating software tools to generate estimates. Required Qualifications Required education and experience: Associate's Degree and 0-3 years' experience OR Equivalent Combination of Relevant Education &/or Experience

Critical professional related technical skills; computer skills: Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) Preferred Qualifications Preferred education and experience: Bachelor's Degree

Discipline/Major:

Finance or related degree preferred.

Knowledge, skills & abilities: Cost Estimation. Material Requirements Planning. Project Estimation. Requirements Analysis. Spreadsheet advanced. Cost Analysis. Specification Review. ERP Systems. Physical Requirements Must be able to remain in a stationary position at a desk and/or computer for extended periods of time.

Work primarily in a climate-controlled environment with minimal safety/health hazard potential. Travel Requirements Up to 25% travel likely. Pay Range (USD) $55,000.00 - $75,000.00 Pay Transparency Statement The salary range displayed reflects the minimum and maximum for salary for this position. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, internal equity, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the range during the hiring process. Additional Compensation Hired applicant may be eligible to participate in the Company's Gain Sharing Program. Benefits Employees are eligible for medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, and basic life insurance as well as pre-tax spending accounts. Employees are also able to enroll in the company's 401k plan. In addition to the benefits discussed above, the company offers the following voluntary benefits: Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance, Identify Theft Protection, Enhanced Legal Services, Auto and Home Insurance, Pet Insurance, Commuter Benefits, Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Educational Assistance, Employee Assistance Programs and College Savings Plan (529). Paid Time Off Employees will receive paid holidays and 120 hours of PTO annually and up to 3 weeks paid family leave. _____________________________ The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only. The statements do not represent an exhaustive list of required responsibilities and skills. Other duties may be added or this job description may be amended at any time. This job description does not alter an employee's at-will employment status or create an employment agreement or contract, implied or otherwise.

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