Sr. COST ESTIMATOR

Description 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. Ready to make a real difference? Join us. Our Mission Statement 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. At The Entwistle Company, our values—Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, and Commitment—guide everything we do, from daily decisions to long‑term strategy. Key Responsibilities Lead Cost estimating processes in support of manufacturing projects in support of 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. What We Offer 401k – 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 Competitive pay based on experience. Qualifications 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 Related Military Job Codes 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: FIN10 - Finance #J-18808-Ljbffr