Aviation Cost Engineer - Design to Cost Specialist

Line Up Aviation; Filton; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aviation recruitment agency is seeking a Cost Engineer for a 10-month contract in Filton. The role involves estimating costs for aircraft programmes, utilizing digital costing tools, and supporting cost modelling. Essential qualifications include a degree in Engineering or related discipline, with knowledge of manufacturing processes and strong analytical skills. The position offers a pay rate of £35 per hour, requiring mostly onsite work and a proven ability to communicate effectively across teams.

Qualifications

• Educated to degree level (or equivalent) in Engineering or related discipline.
• Knowledge of detailed part manufacturing processes including composites and metallic.
• Experience in Design to cost methodology.

Responsibilities

• Produce cost estimates for A220 Design to Cost projects.
• Support cost modelling for composites manufacturing.
• Lead cost engineering discussions with suppliers.

Skills

Strategic and analytical skills

Communication skills

Ability to influence

Team player mindset

Fluency in English

Education

Degree in Engineering or related discipline

Tools

Digital Costing tools

Job description

A leading aviation recruitment agency is seeking a Cost Engineer for a 10-month contract in Filton. The role involves estimating costs for aircraft programmes, utilizing digital costing tools, and supporting cost modelling. Essential qualifications include a degree in Engineering or related discipline, with knowledge of manufacturing processes and strong analytical skills. The position offers a pay rate of £35 per hour, requiring mostly onsite work and a proven ability to communicate effectively across teams.