Estimator

The Estimator is responsible for analyzing requests for quotes (RFQs), engineering drawings, bill of materials, routings, and technical specifications to develop accurate, competitive cost estimates for aerospace manufacturing projects.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Review engineering drawings, specifications, BOMs, and manufacturing routes to determine material, labor, tooling, equipment, and processing needs.

Break down project costs into materials, labor, subcontracted services, overhead, and contingency factors. Develop estimates using tools like Excel, ERP systems and specialized cost-estimating software.

Collaborate with supply chain to obtain vendor quotes for materials and outside processes.

Build and update internal cost databases and historical archives to improve precision and support continuous improvement.

Work across departments, including engineering, purchasing and manufacturing, to clarify requirements, and identify cost-saving opportunities.

Populate ERP systems with RFQ data, prepare bid packages, develop strategic pricing, and support presentation of estimate metrics during management review.

Knowledge, Skills and Other Abilities:

Detail oriented with meticulous work habits and strong project management skills.

Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships.

Strong ability to set priorities, solve problems, and be resourceful when under pressure.

Comfort and experience interfacing with various levels of staff and management while working in a fast-paced environment.

Strong sense of ownership

High initiative, identifies problems, proposes solutions and drives constructive change.

Strong humility; seeks feedback to improve personal performance

Preferred Education/Experience:

College or High school diploma or general education degree (GED); and two to four years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Previous experience in production environment required or ERP system experience required

Aviation background preferred

Pricing TINA compliant proposals

Fluent in Excel with prior estimating experience

Proposal or program management experience

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, reach with hands and arms, climb stairs or balance, and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.