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Senior Estimator (Relocation and Referral Bonus Eligible)

Kent, Washington; El Segundo, California Job ID 00000415982 Category Security Clearance Post Date Apr. 23, 2024 Security Clearance Required
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Job Description

At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. From the seabed to outer space, you can contribute to work that matters with a company where diversity, equity and inclusion are shared values. 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.

We are seeking a Senior Estimator to join our team in Kent, WA or El Segundo, CA. As a Senior Estimator, you will be responsible for the development of estimates (labor, material, travel, etc) and cost/price proposals for new business activities. This assignment will primarily support our Advanced Space portfolio but may also support other Phantom Works division teams and a variety of internal and external customers.

Phantom Works is Boeing Defense, Space & 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.

Come join a team driven by an innovative spirit that transcends cultures, pushing beyond perceived limits to deliver strategically exciting, innovative, balanced, and production-ready capabilities to the Warfighter. At Phantom Works, we believe the phrase "it can't be done" is a myth, and our team eagerly tackles the toughest challenges, bringing groundbreaking technologies to life.

Position Responsibilities:

  • Leads development of complex estimates and prices from complex technical requirements through the design, build and support stages of the program
  • Leads development and application of complex estimating and pricing strategies using innovative computational techniques
  • Guides business proposals, evaluates and makes recommendations based on complex or unique requests for proposal and substantiates estimates and pricing
  • Leads and performs complex analyses and provides recommendations in support of pricing and estimating (risk, financial, competitive, etc.)
  • Coordinates and collaborate 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.
  • Provides fact-finding, negotiation and audit support of cost proposal artifacts and coordinate responses through proposal teams, as required
  • Supports, prepare and brief senior leader-level presentations, as required
  • Identifies, assess, and implement changes to processes, tools and techniques to simplify estimating and pricing methodologies and improve cost estimating accuracy

This position is expected to be 100% onsite.  The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at one of the listed location options.

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)

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

  • Bachelor's Degree in at least one of the following fields: Business, Engineering, Computer Science or Mathematics
  • 5+ years of related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience
  • Experience in Microsoft Office suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Access and Project)

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

  • 10 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience
  • Active Top Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information (TS/SCI) Security Clearance
  • Understanding of proposal process and experience using data analysis to drive decision making
  • Knowledge of United States Government Cost Accounting Standards and Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR)
  • Experience with critical thinking, problem solving, negotiation, communication and interpersonal skills
  • Experience working in multifaceted and diverse teams across multiple functions
  • Experience leading projects with little direct supervision and drive project to completion
  • Ability to work under tight deadlines with competing priorities

Typical Education & Experience:

Senior (Level 4)

Education/experience typically acquired through advanced education (e.g. Bachelor) and typically 10 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience (e.g. Master+8 years' related work experience, 14 years' related work experience, etc.).

Senior (Level 5)

Education/experience typically acquired through advanced education (e.g. Bachelor) and typically 15 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience (e.g. Master+13 years' related work experience, 19 years' related work experience, etc.)

Relocation:

This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.

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. 

Work Shift:

This position will be for first shift

Industry leading benefits: While building your career, we will support you through our exceptional Total Rewards package that goes above and beyond competitive compensation! Benefits include:

Financial Support:

  • Free Financial Planning
  • Student Debt Repayment & Tuition reimbursement
  • 10% dollar-for-dollar match 401(k) Retirement Plan

Health & Wellness:

  • On-site fitness centers + discounts on fitness classes & memberships
  • Access to resources, coaches, licensed counselors, and behavioral health professionals to help you grow resilient and thrive
  • Work-life balance & comprehensive healthcare options

Community:

  • Community Gift Match Program offers up to $10,000 per calendar year to eligible charitable organizations
  • Volunteer opportunities & annual drives
  • Environmental internal platform that provides resources for you to tackle environment challenges or improvement

Impactful Work with Flexibility & Growth: Whether it is connecting people across the globe, transporting aid or reaching for Mars, Boeing is leading the way in making our world a better place!

  • Flexible work schedule: Workplace flexibility that acknowledges individual needs and supports better work-life balance and employee well-being
  • Career growth: Leadership development programs, rotations, and other internal movements promote growth so that you can find the best role for you at every stage of your career
  • Learning Together Program (LTP): Boeing will pay tuition and eligible expenses toward individual courses, certificate programs and degrees. We’ll even cover part of the cost toward earning your pilot’s license and other select professional certifications

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:   

(Level 4) $113,900- $154,100

(Level 5) $143,650- $194,650

Applications for this position will be accepted through May 8th, 2024.


Export Control Requirements: U.S. Government Export Control Status: This position must meet export control compliance requirements. To meet export control compliance requirements, a “U.S. Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. §120.15 is required. “U.S. Person” includes U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.

Export Control Details: US based job, US Person required

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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No matter where you are in life, our benefits help prepare you for the present and the future.

  • Generous company match to your 401(k).
  • Industry-leading tuition assistance program pays your institution directly.
  • Fertility, adoption, and surrogacy benefits.
  • Up to $10,000 gift match when you support your favorite nonprofit organizations.
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These programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other conditions, which may differ for employees of certain subsidiaries or business units, or union-represented employees depending on bargaining agreement terms. If this information conflicts with the program documents, the latter shall control. This material is informational only.

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