Experienced Estimating and Pricing Specialist (Material)

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St. Charles, MO, USA
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94K-127K Annually
Mid level
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The Role
Develop budgetary and formal cost and price estimates for weapons programs; lead estimating and pricing strategies; analyze risk and financial competitiveness; coordinate proposal teams; support negotiations, audits, senior briefings, and process improvements to increase estimating accuracy and compliance.
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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.
The Boeing Company has an exciting opportunity for an Experienced Estimating and Pricing Specialist (Material) in Saint Charles, MO.
This position offers the opportunity to enhance a candidate's knowledge of the acquire process, as well as the overall execution of the business. Boeing Defense, Space and Security (BDS) in Saint Charles has a broad portfolio of programs and customers, both domestic and international. As a member of the Weapons Estimating team the successful candidate will have the opportunity to support all Direct Attack weapons programs, gaining broader experience and visibility.
In this role, you will be responsible for the development of budgetary and formal estimates and cost/price proposals for new business activities, contract changes and follow-on work. The ideal candidate will combine strong critical thinking, problem solving, negotiation, communication and interpersonal skills.
Position Responsibilities:
  • Develops estimates and prices from technical requirements through the design, build, and support stages of the program
  • Leads development, and application of estimating, and pricing strategies using innovative computational techniques
  • Guides business proposals, evaluates, and makes recommendations based on complex or unique requests for proposals, and substantiates estimates, and pricing
  • Leads and performs analysis, and provides recommendations in support of pricing, and estimating (risk, financial, competitive, etc.)
  • Coordinates and collaborates with proposal teams, and cost element functional owners to develop appropriate basis of estimate, and substantiation of cost estimates, proposals, and other related business decision data
  • Provides fact-finding, negotiation and audit support of cost proposal artifacts, and coordinate responses through proposal teams
  • Supports, prepares, and briefs senior leader-level presentations
  • Identifies, assesses and implements changes to processes, tools, and techniques to simplify estimating, and pricing methodologies, and improve cost estimating accuracy
  • Supports compliance activities

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):
  • Bachelor's Degree or higher
  • 3+ years of experience in a finance related position such as Financial Operations, Cost Management, Accounting, Estimating, Financial Planning, Contracts or Procurement Financial Analysis (PFA)
  • 3+ years of experience developing financial estimates
  • 3+ years of experience with Microsoft Excel application using: formulas, VLookups, pivot tables, charts, filters, and linking worksheets

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):
  • 5+ years of experience in a finance related position such as Financial Operations, Cost Management, Accounting, Estimating, Financial Planning, Contracts or Procurement Financial Analysis (PFA)
  • Experience with and knowledge of United States Government Cost Accounting Standards and Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR)
  • Experience leading projects with little direct supervision and drive project to completion
  • Experience presenting to senior leadership

Conflict of Interest:
Successful candidates for this job must satisfy the Company's Conflict of Interest (COI) assessment process.
Drug Free Workplace:
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.
Pay & Benefits:
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.
The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.
Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.
Summary Pay Range: $93,500 - $126,500
Applications for this position will be accepted until Jul. 31, 2026
Export Control Requirements:
This position must meet U.S. export control compliance requirements. To meet U.S. export control compliance requirements, a "U.S. Person" as defined by 22 C.F.R. §120.62 is required. "U.S. Person" includes U.S. Citizen, U.S. National, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.
Export Control Details:
US based job, US Person required
Education
Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent Required
Relocation
This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.
Security Clearance
This position requires the ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship. An interim and/or final U.S. Secret Clearance Post-Start is required.
Visa Sponsorship
Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.
Shift
This position is for 1st shift
Equal Opportunity Employer:
Boeing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
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Skills Required

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent
  • 3+ years experience in finance-related roles (Financial Operations, Cost Management, Accounting, Estimating, Financial Planning, Contracts, Procurement Financial Analysis)
  • 3+ years developing financial estimates
  • 3+ years Microsoft Excel (formulas, VLOOKUPs, pivot tables, charts, filters, linking worksheets)
  • Ability to satisfy Company Conflict of Interest assessment
  • U.S. Person required to meet export control compliance
  • Ability to obtain U.S. Security Clearance (interim and/or final Secret post-start required) and U.S. Citizenship

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Boeing Compensation & Benefits Highlights

  • Retirement Support For most U.S. nonunion roles, the company matches 401(k) contributions with immediate vesting, and a student‑loan feature counts eligible payments toward earning the company match. Some union agreements also include robust retirement terms, combining a match up to a set percentage with an additional company contribution.
  • Parental & Family Support Paid parental leave is provided at full pay for birth, adoption, surrogacy, or foster placement, alongside adoption and surrogacy assistance. Family resources such as specialized health programs and backup child and elder care are available.
  • Healthcare Strength Coverage spans medical, dental, and vision plus mental‑health and specialty clinical programs (e.g., cancer support and centers of excellence), with many benefits beginning soon after hire. Virtual care, coaching, and access to licensed therapists are included.

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