Estimating & Pricing Specialist 2 Renton, WA Posted: 6/18/2026
Job Description
Job ID#:
218610
Job Category:
Other Professional
Position Type:
Associate - W2
Duration:
24
Shift:
1
Estimating & Pricing Specialist 2
📍 Renton, WA 🆔 Job ID: 218610 💰 $37.00 - $42.50 per hour 🕒 1st Shift
About the Role
PDS Defense, Inc. is seeking an Estimating & Pricing Specialist 2 to join our dynamic team in Renton, WA. This hybrid role supports both estimating and pricing functions, contributing across the full program lifecycle-from design and build through aftermarket support.
You will play a key role in developing cost estimates, pricing strategies, and business analyses that support competitive and compliant proposals.
Key Responsibilities
Develop, prepare, and validate cost estimates and pricing data
Evaluate Requests for Proposal (RFPs) and assemble pricing proposals
Support estimating and pricing activities across program lifecycle stages
Build and maintain pricing models and structured data systems
Perform financial, risk, and competitive analyses to support decision-making
Develop and apply estimating rates, factors, and methodologies
Maintain program databases and ensure data integrity
Support compliance initiatives, including policy development and training
Collaborate across estimating and pricing teams to support shared objectives
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree (or equivalent experience)
3+ years of related experience in estimating, pricing, finance, or similar field
Strong Microsoft Excel skills
Solid communication and collaboration abilities
Preferred Qualifications
Experience working in defense, aerospace, or government contracting
Familiarity with pricing models and financial analysis tools
Knowledge of estimating methodologies and proposal development
Core Skills Required
Advanced Excel proficiency
Estimating and pricing analysis
Strong verbal and written communication
Attention to detail and analytical thinking
Ability to manage multiple priorities
Work Schedule
Hybrid schedule: 3 days onsite per week
Flexible start time between 5:30 AM - 8:00 AM
Standard 8-hour workday
Benefits offered to vary by the contract. Depending on your temporary assignment, benefits may include direct deposit, free career counseling services, 401(k), select paid holidays, short-term disability insurance, skills training, employee referral bonus, affordable medical coverage plan, and DailyPay (in some locations). For a full description of benefits available to you, be sure to talk with your recruiter.
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The California Fair Chance Act
Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers