Senior Cost Engineer

Moog•Buffalo, NY

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Moog is seeking a Senior Cost Engineer to join their Military Aircraft Group. This role is crucial in developing and executing cost proposals for military and government customers, serving as a key advisor throughout the proposal lifecycle. The Senior Cost Engineer will partner with various departments including engineering, program management, contracts, and finance to develop pricing strategies that drive business growth. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys solving complex problems, influencing business decisions, and working at the intersection of engineering and business strategy.

Requirements

Five (5) or more years of experience in cost engineering, pricing, contracts, proposal development, estimating, or a related discipline.
Strong knowledge of cost engineering principles, pricing methodologies, and proposal development practices.
Experience supporting pricing, sales, contracts, or business development activities.
Working knowledge of FAR, DFARS, Cost Accounting Standards (CAS), and the Truth in Negotiations Act (TINA).
Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to influence stakeholders at multiple levels.
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
Ability to access U.S. export-controlled information.

Nice To Haves

Experience with SAP ERP systems.
Knowledge of AI-driven analytics, pricing tools, or advanced data analysis capabilities.

Responsibilities

Lead competitive and sole-source proposal efforts, developing pricing strategies and cost models from proposal development through negotiation and contract award.
Develop, analyze, coordinate, and support cost proposals for government and commercial customers, ensuring compliance with customer requirements, Moog estimating practices, and company policies.
Review and interpret RFPs, provide pricing guidance to cross-functional teams, and ensure adherence to FAR, DFARS, CAS, TINA, and other regulatory requirements.
Partner with engineering, operations, finance, contracts, supply chain, and program management to develop accurate, defendable, and competitive cost estimates.
Prepare, review, and present cost estimates, pricing recommendations, and proposal packages to leadership, customers, and government audit agencies.
Lead RFIs, fact-finding activities, pre-negotiation positions, pricing certifications, audit support, and other customer-facing pricing discussions.
Document and defend cost and pricing positions to support negotiations, audits, and regulatory compliance.
Represent the pricing function during executive reviews, customer engagements, and key business decision-making forums.
Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on proposal cycle time, process standardization, pricing tools, databases, analytics, and reporting capabilities.
Mentor junior team members and serve as a subject matter expert for cost engineering and pricing best practices.

Benefits

Great compensation package
Bonus opportunities
Matching 401k
Employee Stock Purchase Plan (select locations)
Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
Flexible paid time off
Holidays
Parental leave program
Relocation assistance
Comprehensive insurance coverage including medical, dental, vision, life, disability
Employee Assistance Plan (“EAP”)
Other supplemental benefit coverages
Tuition Assistance
Mentorship and coaching opportunities
Leadership development and other personal growth programs
Warm, respectful, family-like environment driven by 12 core values
Multiple Employee Resource Groups