Manufacturing Engineering Cost Modeler

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. Develop and maintain cost models and methods to support part cost forecasting and analysis .

Posted 10/30/2026full-timeRemote • Connecticut • United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $68,900 - $131,100 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in cost modeling and analysis for manufacturing processes, with a strong focus on collaboration with engineering and supply chain teams. Proficient in evaluating business implications of design changes and contributing to cost reduction initiatives.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Cost ModelingManufacturing Cost AnalysisCollaboration With EngineeringSupply Chain ProcessesCAD Software Familiarity

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Hard Skills

Cost ForecastingEngineering Change AnalysisFinancial AssessmentManufacturing Readiness Level (MRL)Process ImprovementNegotiation SkillsContinuous Improvement ToolsExport Control KnowledgeTechnical Field DegreeRelevant Experience

Industry Keywords

ManufacturingIndustrial EngineeringMechanical EngineeringStrategic SourcingLong-Term Agreements (LTA)

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop and maintain cost models and methods to support part cost forecasting and analysis
Analyze engineering changes, part drawings, supplier information, and manufacturing data to assess impacts on manufacturing costs
Collaborate with engineering, Global Supply Chain, and the Partnership Program Office on cost modeling strategies
Support Manufacturing Readiness Level (MRL) evaluations with cost estimates and financial assessments
Evaluate business implications of new product designs, technology advancements, and design changes
Contribute to manufacturing cost reduction initiatives and identify process improvement opportunities
Participate in supplier and partner negotiations to substantiate cost model elements
Work primarily offsite from home and travel to the site location as needed
May attend select interview steps in person at an office location

Requirements

What you’ll need

U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Manufacturing, Industrial, or Mechanical) or related technical field and minimum 2 years of prior relevant experience, or an Advanced Degree in a related field
Experience in creating and analyzing cost models for manufacturing processes
Experience in Export Control and CORE Apprentice Level training (Continuous Improvement Tools) preferred
Basic understanding of Supply Chain/Strategic Sourcing processes, including Long-Term Agreements (LTA), preferred
Previous use and familiarity with CAD software preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Life insurance
Short-term disability
Long-term disability
401(k) match
Flexible spending accounts
Flexible work schedules
Employee assistance program
Employee Scholar Program
Parental leave
Paid time off
Holidays
Annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs may be available