Jr. COST ESTIMATOR

Entwistle Co; Hudson (MA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k – 4% match on 5% deferrals

PTO – Up to 5 weeks

Employer Paid Life Insurance

Generous Health Insurance Coverage

Dental Insurance AND Vision Insurance

Job summary

Entwistle Co in Hudson, Massachusetts is seeking a detail-oriented Junior Cost Estimator to support defense projects through precise cost estimation. Your role will involve estimating costs for manufacturing and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure accuracy and efficiency.

The ideal candidate will have 5-7 years of relevant experience, strong analytical skills, and a degree in a related field. The company offers competitive pay, generous health coverage, and a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years estimating experience, particularly in costing for manufacturing products.
• Solid understanding of estimating procedures.
• Ability to manage complexity and work independently.

Responsibilities

• Develop cost estimates for manufacturing projects for defense contracts.
• Create Basis of estimate documents to explain cost estimates.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve discrepancies.

Skills

Estimating experience

Proficient in Microsoft Excel

Strong analytical and critical thinking skills

Understanding of estimating procedures

Education

Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field

Job description

Job Overview

The Entwistle Company is seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Junior Cost Estimator to build a long-term career in our collaborative and innovative environment.

In this role, you’ll help deliver mission‑critical components that support U.S. and allied defense, with your skills, creativity, and impact directly contributing to national and global security. We value talent, encourage innovation, and promote professional growth.

Ready to make a real difference? Join us.

Our Mission Statement

1. To be an essential provider of mission‑critical defense components & systems, spanning air, land, sea and space, recognized for our specialized capabilities, quality and dependability.
2. To design, manufacture & build‑to‑print innovative and cost‑effective products.
3. To help our DoD, Prime and Foreign Military customers and U.S. warfighter succeed in their missions.

At The Entwistle Company, our values—Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, and Commitment—guide everything we do, from daily decisions to long‑term strategy.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop cost estimates for manufacturing projects in support of sales to the Department of War or other defense companies. The cost estimates will be for both existing programs that are supported by past historical data, and for new work where estimates must be derived from comparisons to other similar programs.
• Create Basis of estimate documents to support and explain cost estimates.
• Support product costing, budgeting, and forecasting efforts as assigned.
• Assist in estimating costs to complete for ongoing projects or production.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to resolve data discrepancies or reporting issues.
• Identify and report process or system inefficiencies encountered during daily tasks.

What We Offer

• 401k – 4% match on 5% deferrals
• PTO – Up to 5 weeks
• Employer Paid Life Insurance
• Employer Paid Short‑term and Long‑term Disability
• Employer provided Paid Family/Medical Leave
• Generous Health Insurance Coverage
• Dental Insurance AND Vision Insurance
• Safety Shoes & Glasses reimbursements
• Employee Appreciation Event
• Competitive pay based on experience.

Qualifications

• 5‑7 years estimating experience, Costing for manufacturing products, and/or Defense related products a plus.
• Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field is preferred.
• Solid understanding of estimating procedures.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and comfortable using ERP systems. AI query experience a plus.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to manage complexity, work independently, and navigate cross‑functional environments.
• Curious, proactive, and comfortable identifying and communicating potential issues.
• Focused, organized, and interested in process improvement.

Related Military Job Codes

• Army MOS: 36B – Financial Management Technician
• Navy NEC: LS – Logistics Specialist
• Air Force AFSC: 64P – Contracting Officer
• Marine Corps MOS: 3404 – Financial Management Officer