Estimating and Pricing Specialist (Senior or Lead)

Estimating and Pricing Specialist (Senior or Lead)

Company:

The Boeing Company

The Estimating Center of Expertise is looking for a Estimating and Pricing Specialists (Senior or Lead) to join our Independent Estimating Team at one of our major Boeing Defense sites in Hazelwood, MO, Ridley Park, PA, Mesa, AZ, Tukwila, WA, Oklahoma City, OK, or Arlington, VA. Our team is open to a broad range of experience levels including Level 4 and Level 5 Specialists to find the best fit for the position.

This challenging role support the development and maintenance of independent cost estimates for Boeing Defense, Space & Security and Boeing Global Services within the Estimating Center of Expertise (ECOE) in Finance Shared Services. The estimator provides Independent Cost Estimates (ICEs) in support of strategic proposals, Estimate at Complete (EACs) and Rough Order of Magnitude (ROM) to support and inform strategic decisions (bids, analyses of alternatives, etc). The role also builds, matures, and enhances our independent cost estimating database and methods while building and maintaining collaborative relationships across the ECOE and other Boeing organizations.

This role supports multiple Boeing platforms by analyzing data and modeling costs while working with Finance and Technical teams, and presenting findings to executives. Key tasks include creating data-driven estimates, performing risk analyses, building and using parametric tools (e.g., SEER, TruePlanning), developing in-house parametric models, and building and enhancing datasets. The work requires creative problem solving, statistical analysis (including multivariate regression), and clear data-driven communication.

Our ideal candidate:

Is a curious collaborative problem-solver with strong leadership and communication skills and a “team-first” mindset

Has strong presentation skills, can effectively communicate data to peers and leadership, and recommendations in briefings

Can work in data-limited environments and solve problems creatively

Has experience with parametric modeling and estimating

Has aerospace industry experience and/or familiarity with Government/Department of War acquisition processes

Position Responsibilities:

Consults large cross-functional teams to understand complex Estimating requirements and processes and be able to translate them to scalable, best-in-class solutions

Evaluates programmatic and technical baselines to identify and quantify opportunities and risks into potential cost impacts

Applies statistical analysis to data sets to support the development of complex estimating methodologies (e.g., Quantity Adjustment Curves, Aged Purchase Order (PO) History, Learning Curve/Rate Curve Analysis, Parametric Analysis, Cost Estimating Relationships (CERs), etc.)

Conveys complex analysis and recommendations in an easily digestible format across various functions

Develops analytical and/or innovative solutions when datasets are limited or imperfect

Performs complex analysis, consults team members and leadership regarding recommendations in support of estimating and pricing methodologies, tools, and processes

Leads and develops complex estimates (Lead and Senior responsibility)

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

Bachelor’s Degree or higher in finance, business, accounting, engineering, or a quantitative field (e.g. statistics, operations research, information systems, bioinformatics, economics, computational biology, computer science, mathematics, physics, chemistry or similar quantitative fields)

5+ years of experience working with statistical methods (i.e., segmentation models, regression analysis, trend analysis, etc.)

5+ years of experience in the aerospace and/or defense industry

5+ years of experience using all the following Microsoft Office Tools (Word, Excel and PowerPoint)

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

10+ years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience

Advanced Excel skills

Experience leading process improvement initiatives with cross functional teams

Experience building presentations and making recommendations

Proven experience analyzing large datasets

Experience with risk analysis and risk analysis software such as @RISK

Experience with parametric modeling and estimating (commercial tools such as SEER or TruePlanning, and/or custom models)

Proficiency with statistical software

Cost Certification: ICEAA Certification (CCEA, PCEA, SCEC), Defense Acquisition University, or other related certification

Secret or Top-Secret Security Clearance

Ability to travel up to 40%

Drug Free Workplace:

Boeing is a Drug Free Workplace where post offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria is met as outlined in our policies.

Pay & Benefits:

At Boeing, we strive to deliver a Total Rewards package that will attract, engage and retain the top talent. Elements of the Total Rewards package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities.

The Boeing Company also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work. 

The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations. 

Summary Pay Range (Senior, Level 4): $119,000 - $161,000

Summary Pay Range (Lead, Level 5): $ 144,500 - $195,500

Language Requirements:

Not Applicable

Education:

Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent

Relocation:

This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.

Export Control Requirement:

This position must meet U.S. export control compliance requirements. To meet U.S. export control compliance requirements, a “U.S. Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. §120.62 is required. “U.S. Person” includes U.S. Citizen, U.S. National, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.

Safety Sensitive:

This is not a Safety Sensitive Position.

Security Clearance:

This position requires the ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship. An interim and/or final U.S. Top Secret Clearance Post-Start is required.

Visa Sponsorship:

Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Contingent Upon Award Program

This position is not contingent upon program award

Shift:

Shift 1 (United States of America)

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