Mathematics and Modeling Estimating Lead

Job Description

At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. 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. Boeing’s Finance Shared Services is looking for a Mathematics and Modeling Estimating Lead to join our Independent Estimating, Analytics, & Data Intelligence Team at one of our major Boeing Defense sites in Mesa, AZ.

Our team seeks a resourceful cost‑estimating analyst to develop and maintain independent cost estimates, Estimates at Complete (EAC), and Rough Order of Magnitudes (ROM) that inform strategic proposals and decisions across Boeing Defense, Space & Security and Boeing Global Services. The role combines data analysis, parametric modeling (e.g., SEER, True Planning), statistical methods, and risk analysis to produce data‑driven estimates, build and enhance estimating databases and tools, and solve problems in data‑limited environments.

The analyst will collaborate closely with program finance, estimating, and engineering teams, communicate findings and recommendations clearly to executives, and contribute to the organization’s research and estimating strategy.

• Consults large cross‑functional teams to understand complex Estimating requirements and processes and be able to translate them to scalable, best‑in‑class solutions
• Applies cost modeling techniques within the evaluation of proposal strategies
• Applies statistical analysis to data sets to support the development of complex estimating methodologies
• Conveys complex analysis and recommendations in an easily digestible format across various functions
• Develops analytical and/or innovative estimating solutions when datasets are limited or imperfect
• Performs complex analysis, consults team members and leadership regarding recommendations in support of estimating and pricing methodologies, tools, and processes
• Leads and develops complex estimates while training less senior team members

• Master’s Degree or higher
• 10+ years of experience in the aerospace and/or defense industry
• 10+ years of experience working with statistical methods (e.g., segmentation models, regression analysis, trend analysis, etc.)
• 10+ years of experience using all the following Microsoft Office tools (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint)
• Experience presenting analysis and making recommendations to executive leadership

• Master’s Degree or higher in an engineering or quantitative field (e.g., statistics, operations research, information systems, bioinformatics, economics, computational biology, computer science, mathematics, physics, chemistry, or similar quantitative fields)
• Experience with parametric modeling and estimating (commercial tools such as SEER or True Planning, and/or custom models)
• Proficiency with statistical software
• Proven experience analyzing large datasets
• Experience with risk analysis and risk analysis software such as @RISK
• Cost certification: ICEAA Certification (CCEA, PCEA, SCEC), Defense Acquisition University, or other related certification
• Ability to travel

Successful candidates for this job must satisfy the Company’s Conflict of Interest (COI) assessment process.

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.

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.

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