Senior Cost Estimating Manager, Defense & Space Proposals

The Boeing Company

El Segundo (CA)

On-site

USD 159,000 - 234,000

Full time

14 days+
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Job summary

Millennium Space Systems, a Boeing Company, seeks a Cost Estimating Manager to lead the estimating team onsite in El Segundo, CA. You will develop detailed cost estimates, manage cost articles, and work with cross-functional groups to support growth.

Requirements include a bachelor’s degree, 8+ years in major government cost estimating, and familiarity with FAR/DFARS/TINA. U.S. citizenship and clearance eligibility are required.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree required.
  • 8+ years leading major government cost estimation efforts.
  • Knowledge of FAR, DFARS, CAS, and TINA.
  • Experience with ProPricer or equivalent pricing software.
  • Ability to obtain US citizenship and security clearance.

Responsibilities

  • Lead cost estimating team for DoD, NASA, and federal projects.
  • Analyze RFPs, SOWs, TRDs to develop cost estimates.
  • Prepare submission-ready cost proposals and BOMs.
  • Collaborate with program management, engineering, finance, and contracts.
  • Ensure compliance with FAR, DFARS, CAS, TINA; support audits.
  • Develop cash flow projections; perform risk and cost scenarios.
  • Improve estimating processes and tools.
  • Support DCMA and DCAA reviews.

Skills

Cost Estimating
Leadership
DoD Proposals
Pricing Software
FAR/DFARS/TINA
Excel
Risk Analysis
Government Programs
Basis of Estimates
Security Clearance

Education

Bachelor’s Degree
Master’s Degree preferred

Tools

ProPricer

Job description

Millennium Space Systems, a Boeing Company, seeks a Cost Estimating Manager to lead the estimating team onsite in El Segundo, CA. You will develop detailed cost estimates, manage cost articles, and work with cross-functional groups to support growth.

Requirements include a bachelor’s degree, 8+ years in major government cost estimating, and familiarity with FAR/DFARS/TINA. U.S. citizenship and clearance eligibility are required.

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