Government Program Cost Estimator
Listed on 2026-07-16
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Engineering
Estimator, Manufacturing Engineer, Mechanical Engineer, Electrical Engineering
Location: Vienna, VA
Job :126
# of Openings:1
Minimum salary starting at $110k, hybrid schedule 3 days/week onsite
We are looking for a qualified Estimator to join our team in our new Vienna, Virginia office. If you have five years' experience performing cost estimates for U.S. defense programs
, we invite you to click the apply button to learn more and share your qualifications with us.
EOE, including Veterans/Disability
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS- Develop comprehensive estimates of materiel costs for defense manufacturing programs.
- Support capture teams by developing estimates for manufacturing, management and modernization proposals.
- Develop parametric estimates of material, labor, time and equipment costs for ammunition manufacturing programs and facility management.
- Support the development and maturation of ARM’s cost management tools and processes.
- Through participation in capture and proposal teams, support development of compliant and winning proposals.
- Ensure cost estimating activities adhere to all agreed-upon processes and operating procedures.
- Perform other duties as directed.
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MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Knowledge,Skills and Abilities
(as demonstrated through experience, training and/or testing)
- Knowledge of the U.S. DoD processes and procedures for development and procurement.
- Detailed knowledge of Military Standards and Regulations (FAR and DFARS).
- Advanced Excel knowledge and skill with intermediate knowledge of and skill with other MS Office applications.
- Knowledge of program management tools such as Earned Value Management and MS Project.
- Ability to present technical / commercial / contractual solutions to clients and internal stakeholders.
- Ability to communicate effectively in a variety of settings and to easily assimilate complex instructions.
- Ability to communicate with all levels of management and staff to establish productive relationships.
- Ability to explain complex concepts in a way that makes sense to someone less knowledgeable about the topic.
- Ability to engage enthusiastically with and support overseas colleagues to ensure involved team members have the information they require to perform their roles.
- Ability to exhibit tact and diplomacy, and to work with integrity, honesty, and respect for others.
- Exceptional listening and analytical skills to understand client concerns and needs and to respond promptly and effectively to those needs.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to work with the U.S. team, suppliers, customer, and corporate parent staff.
- Ability to work with a high level of self-motivation and standards, including ability to balance "analysis" with "doing".
- Ability to prioritize and work under pressure to meet deadlines, adapt to frequent changes and work on own initiative.
- Ability to obtain and maintain a secret U.S. government security clearance.
Bachelor’ degree in Business, Engineering or a related business discipline or equivalent work experience
Experience5 years performing cost estimates for U.S. defense programs
Must undergo and meet company standards for background check, employment verification, reference checks and controlled substance testing.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONSWorking knowledge of Pro Pricer
WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL DEMANDSWith or without reasonable accommodations, requires the physical and mental capacity to perform effectively all essential functions. In addition to other demands, the demands of the job include:
- Ability to travel internationally and domestically
- Extensive keyboarding
- Must be able to participate in meetings through video conference and in person
- Must be able to maintain stationary position more than 75% of the time (sitting, standing)
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