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Estimating and Pricing Specialist (Associate or Experienced)

El Segundo, California; Los Angeles, California Job ID JR2026490323 Category Security Clearance Role Type Hybrid Post Date Jan. 09, 2026 Security Clearance Required
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Job Description

At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. We’re committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that’s welcoming, respectful and inclusive, with great opportunity for professional growth. Find your future with us.

Phantom Works is Boeing Defense, Space and Security’s (BDS) sophisticated research and development organization that is responsible for engaging customers through groundbreaking visual modeling and simulation; innovating cross-cutting concepts and technologies; prototyping solutions to extend current products and win new programs; and developing new businesses and entering new markets.

Phantom Works Estimating is seeking an Estimating and Pricing Specialist (Associate or Experience) to join our team in El Segundo, CA. Our team is open to a broad range of experience levels including Level 2 and Level 3 Specialists to find the best fit for the position.

In this role you will be responsible for the development of estimates (labor, material, travel, etc.) and cost/price proposals for new business activities. The ideal candidate will possess critical thinking, problem solving and negotiation skills. They will also be able to lead projects with little direct supervision while working under tight deadlines.


Position Responsibilities:

  • Develops, estimates, and prices from technical requirements through the design, build, and aftermarket support stages of the program

  • Participates in evaluation of requests for proposal, substantiates routine estimates/pricing and assembles price proposals

  • Performs analyses and provide recommendations in support of pricing and estimating (risk, financial, competitive, etc.)

  • Coordinates and collaborates with proposal teams and cost element functional owners to develop appropriate basis of estimate and substantiation of cost estimates, proposals and other related business decision data

  • Supports the development/application/maintenance of rates and factors for estimating, pricing, and proposals

  • Identifies, assesses and implements changes to processes, tools and techniques to simplify estimating and pricing methodologies and improve cost estimating accuracy

  • Provides fact-finding, negotiation and audit support of cost proposal artifacts and coordinate responses through proposal teams

  • Supports, prepares and briefs senior leader-level presentations

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

  • Bachelor's Degree ‘s or higher

  • 1+ years of experience with the Microsoft Excel application using: formulas, VLookups, pivot tables, charts, filters, and linking worksheets

  • 1+ years of experience in a business-related role

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

  • 3+ years of related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience

  • Experience with United States Government (USG) Cost Accounting Standards and Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR)

  • Experience using data analysis to drive decision making and the understanding of the proposal process

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 (Associate, Level 2): $79,050 - $106,950

Summary Pay Range (Experienced, Level 3): $ 100,300 - $135,700


Applications for this position will be accepted until Jan. 24, 2026


Export Control Requirements:

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.

Export Control Details:

US based job, US Person required

Education

Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent Required

Relocation

This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.

Security Clearance

This position requires an active U.S. Top Secret Security Clearance (U.S. Citizenship Required). (A U.S. Security Clearance that has been active in the past 24 months is considered active)

Visa Sponsorship

Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Shift

This position is for 1st shift


Equal Opportunity Employer:

Boeing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

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