Senior Estimator, Spaceflight Proposals

Blue Origin LLC; United States; On-site; USD 114,000 - 174,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Education support program

Job summary

Blue Origin LLC is seeking a seasoned cost estimator to support proposal pricing activities and cost-volume development across spaceflight programs. This role will lead cost estimation efforts for propulsion, launch, in-space applications, and IR&D, ensuring compliance with FAR/DFARS and related regulations while coordinating with internal teams and customers.

You will develop Basis of Estimate narratives, mentor others, and help evolve Blue Origin’s estimating practices as the company grows

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree with 8+ years' experience in cost estimating.
• Deep knowledge of FAR, DFARS, NFS and related compliance requirements.
• Ability to read RFPs, SOWs, and cost documents.
• Proven track record in developing baselines and BOEs.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and present cost estimates in line with requirements.
• Support proposal activities for commercial and government customers.
• Develop cost estimates for IR&D efforts.
• Prepare cost estimates across product lines (propulsion, launch, in-space).
• Write Basis of Estimate narratives.
• Collaborate with cost professionals to deliver high-quality estimates.
• Improve estimating practices and processes.

Skills

Cost estimating

Proposal pricing

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Leadership mentoring

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Tools

Excel

Job description

Blue Origin LLC is seeking a seasoned cost estimator to support proposal pricing activities and cost-volume development across spaceflight programs. This role will lead cost estimation efforts for propulsion, launch, in-space applications, and IR&D, ensuring compliance with FAR/DFARS and related regulations while coordinating with internal teams and customers.

You will develop Basis of Estimate narratives, mentor others, and help evolve Blue Origin’s estimating practices as the company grows