Sr. COST Estimator

Job Overview

The Entwistle Company is seeking a skilled and motivated Sr 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.

• 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.
• To design, manufacture & build‑to‑print innovative and cost‑effective products.
• To help our DoD, Prime and Foreign Military customers and US warfighter succeed in their missions.

• Lead cost estimating processes in support of manufacturing projects for 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.
• Lead the creation of Basis of Estimate documents to support and explain cost estimates.
• Support integrated product teams with costing estimates, budgeting, and forecasts.
• 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.

• 401(k) – 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 Events

• 10+ years estimating experience. Costing for manufacturing products, and/or defense‑related products a plus.
• Degree in Accounting or Finance, Business Administration, Mathematics or a related field a plus.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and comfortable using ERP systems. AI query experience a plus.
• Excellent communication, organizational, analytical, and attention‑to‑detail skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Demonstrated initiative and problem‑solving abilities.
• Ability to work both independently and in a team environment.

Competitive pay based on experience.

• Army MOS: 36A – Financial Manager
• Navy NEC: 3100 – Supply Corps Officer
• Air Force AFSC: 65FX – Financial Management
• Marine Corps MOS: 3404 – Financial Management Officer
• Coast Guard Rating: FIN
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