Lead Cost Analyst / Cost Engineering Manager

About the Role :

Planet is currently seeking a Lead Cost Analyst / Cost Engineering Manager to join our team in San Francisco, CA. Join our high-impact Supply Chain organization and serve as a crucial link between our engineering, manufacturing, and financial planning teams. This role demands a unique blend of financial expertise and technical acumen to drive product profitability from initial concept through mass production. You will be the primary owner of our product and project costing models, responsible for ensuring financial discipline, supporting key investment decisions, and ultimately improving our unit economics. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and enjoy translating complex technical plans into clear financial outcomes, this is the role for you.

This is a full-time, hybrid role which will require you to work from our San Francisco office at least 3 days per week.

Impact You'll Own :

Lead Cost Estimation & Modeling :

• Review project plans and specifications to develop accurate and reliable cost estimates for key projects.
• Partner with Engineering, Manufacturing, and Supply Chain teams to model product and production costs across development stages (e.g., Bill of Materials (BOM), tooling, labor, overhead).
• Translate engineering and production plans into financially rigorous build and ramp scenarios, identifying financial risks and reallocation opportunities.

Cost Control & Financial Strategy :

Strategic Financial Support & Analysis :

Planning & Reporting :

What You Bring :

What Makes You Stand Out :

Application Deadline :

March 1, 2026 at 11 : 59pm PST

Benefits While Working at Planet :

Compensation :

The US base salary range for this full‑time position at the commencement of employment is listed below. Additionally, this role might be eligible for discretionary short‑term and long‑term incentives (bonus and equity). The final salary range is determined by job related experience, skills and location. The range displays our typical hiring range for new hire salaries in US locations only. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process.

San Francisco Salary Range $128,400 — $160,500 USD

EEO statement :

Planet is committed to building a community where everyone belongs and we invite people from all backgrounds to apply. Planet is an equal opportunity employer, and committed to providing employment opportunities regardless of race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, childbirth and breastfeeding, age, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, or any other protected classification, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Know Your Rights.

Accommodations :

Planet is an inclusive community and we know that everyone has their own needs. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation during the hiring process, please reach out to accommodations@planet.com or contact your recruiter with your request. Your message will be confidential and we will be happy to assist you.

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