Aircraft Sales Estimator

AIR Personnel Ltd; England; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aviation staffing agency is seeking a Sales Estimator to join their client in Farnborough. The ideal candidate should possess strong technical knowledge, excellent analytical skills, and experience in the aviation industry. Responsibilities include preparing cost estimates, crafting tailored proposals, and analyzing market trends. The position offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits, including a pension scheme and private healthcare.

Benefits

Competitive Group Pension Scheme

Comprehensive Life Assurance

Comprehensive Income Protection

Comprehensive Travel Insurance

Comprehensive Private Healthcare

Free Car Parking

2 Paid Volunteering Days

Investment in Training and Development

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of AMMs, SBs, ADs, STCs, and design documents.
• Proven experience in sales or engineering within aviation.
• Ability to prepare detailed cost estimates and proposals.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and interpret aviation documentation.
• Prepare detailed cost estimates and proposals.
• Research and analyze market trends and competitor offerings.

Skills

Understanding of aviation documentation

Sales experience in aviation

Excellent analytical skills

Strong communication skills

Ability to research market trends

Detail-oriented

Tools

Aviation software tools

Job description

Air Personnel are looking for a Sales Estimator to join their client in Farnborough

This role requires a great understanding of aircraft maintenance documentation, cost estimation, and the ability to craft tailored proposals to meet customer needs.

As a key team member in our sales and planning process, you ll collaborate with internal teams, research market trends, and engage directly with clients to deliver exceptional service and innovative solutions.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with technical knowledge and a passion for building relationships to thrive in a fast-paced and rewarding aviation environment.

Responsibilities

• Analyse and interpret aviation documentation, including Aircraft Maintenance Manuals (AMMs), Service Bulletins (SBs), Airworthiness Directives (ADs), Supplemental Type Certificates (STCs), and design/modification documents.
• Prepare detailed cost estimates and build competitive, customer-specific proposals.
• Develop accurate and comprehensive quotes for services and parts.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure accurate and timely delivery of proposals and solutions.
• Research and analyse market trends, including parts pricing, maintenance schedule, and competitor offerings.
• Liaising with customers, and internal departments, throughout the front-end planning process
• Developing and upkeeping of databases used for sales and quoting
• Assisting with collating and correcting data for invoice processing and generation.
• General and technical administration as required
• Attend client meetings, industry events, and conferences, requiring occasional travel.

Skills, Qualifications and Experience required

• Strong understanding of aviation documentation (AMMs, SBs, ADs, STCs, and modification/design documents).
• Proven experience in sales or engineering within the aviation industry.
• Excellent analytical skills, including cost estimation and proposal preparation.
• Ability to research and analyse market trends, competitor offerings, and pricing strategies.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to build and maintain client relationships.
• Proficiency in collaborating with internal departments to ensure seamless project execution.
• Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and capable of managing multiple tasks.
• Willingness to travel occasionally for client meetings and industry events.
• Familiarity with aviation software tools and systems (preferred).

In addition to a Competitive Salary, we will offer you

• Competitive Group Pension Scheme
• Comprehensive Life Assurance
• Comprehensive Income Protection
• Comprehensive Travel Insurance
• Comprehensive Private Healthcare (after successful passing of probation)
• Free Car Parking
• 2 Paid Volunteering Days each calendar year (subject to line manager approval)
• Investment in Training, Qualifications and Professional Development

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a great team and a company that promotes growth and development.

Please call Michelle for further details or apply with an up to date CV