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Fairbanks Morse, LLC

Aftermarket Sales Estimator

Fairbanks Morse, LLC, Chesapeake, Virginia, United States, 23322

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About Fairbanks Morse Engine Located in Beloit, Wisconsin, Fairbanks Morse Engine (FME) manufactures, assembles, tests, and distributes heavy‑duty, medium‑speed reciprocating engines under the Fairbanks Morse® and ALCO® brand names. Fairbanks Morse manufacturing is conducted in its U.S.‑based facility. FME sells its high‑performance engines directly to naval marine customers and shipyards. As a principal supplier of reliable diesel engines to the U.S. Navy, Military Sealift Command, U.S. Coast Guard, and the Canadian Coast Guard, FME enables the defense industry to complete worldwide mission‑critical operations. FME is a division of Fairbanks Morse Defense, a portfolio company of Arcline Investment and a leading provider of reliable marine power solutions.

Learn more about FME by visiting www.fairbanksmorse.com.

Fairbanks Morse is an Equal Opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, ancestry, national origin, marital status, citizenship status (unless required by the applicable law or government contract), disability or protected veteran status or any other status or characteristic protected by law.

Job Description Summary The Aftermarket Service Estimator will develop detailed cost analysis for complex Request for Quotation (RFQ). RFQs may include parts, labor, and sub‑contractor services. A broad knowledge of Fairbanks Morse Defense products and systems will be required to fully comprehend specifications, technical drawings, and project schedules. The individual will be responsible for communicating risks and developing mitigation plans. Works independently; performing a full range of responsibilities within the job function. This is a highly networked role that requires an ability to work under pressure with challenging deadlines.

Principle Duties and Responsibilities

Analyze technical solicitations, which includes:

Identifying project scope, including labor and part requirements

Documenting potential areas of concern and develop solutions to overcome

Gathering subcontractor quotes for inclusion in proposal

Review technical manuals and project schedules

Partner with service personnel to support the development of accurate quotes

Develop and maintain relationships with company vendors, customers, and contractors

Prepare a detailed cost analysis which includes all project costs

Define project risk for service work and build in mitigation plans to the project schedule

Presenting prepared estimates to management and other stakeholders

Understanding of shipboard equipment installation, maintenance, and repair planning / cost estimating specifically with: diesel engines, motors & controls, valves & actuators, davits, elevators, lifts, & deck equipment, water treatment & purification, system flushing

Qualifications and Educational Requirements

Minimum of two years' estimating experience, with background in a service, manufacturing or military environment preferred

Must demonstrate a high level of oral and written communications skills

Ability to read and interpret government Request for Quotes (RFQ) / Solicitations

General understanding of contracting requirements

Understanding of regulatory specifications such as MIL‑STD, ABS, ANSI, ASME, etc.

Understanding of cost control and physical progress concepts, project organization, scheduling, and risk assessment / management

Previous experience in use of Oracle or other ERP software is preferred

Previous experience with Salesforce is preferred

Demonstrates financial acumen (understanding of financial and accounting concepts/principles, drivers of profits and expenses, metrics, etc., to have sound judgment when making decisions and ability to understand the impact the decision will have on financial health of the organization)

Travel up to 10% required

This position requires access or potential access to Unclassified Naval Nuclear Propulsion Information, which is not releasable to foreign nationals (NOFORN) data. Therefore, to meet NOFORN requirement, you will have to provide proof of U.S. citizenship and attest that you do not have dual citizenship. Acceptable proof of U.S. citizenship is a U.S. passport, U.S. birth certificate, or naturalization certificate.

This specification is intended to indicate the kinds of tasks and levels of work difficulty that will be required of positions that will be given this title and shall not be construed as declaring what the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position shall be. It is not intended to limit or in any way modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct, and control the work of employees under his/her supervision. Ability to competently perform all the essential duties of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation, demonstrated commitment to effective customer service delivery, and the ability to work productively as a member of a team or work group are basic requirements of all positions at Fairbanks Morse Engine.

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