Aerospace Engineering & Estimating Director

Michael Page; Delta (OH); On-site; USD 189,000 - 231,000; Full time

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Job summary

Michael Page client is a large precision machining manufacturer servicing aerospace programs. They seek a hands-on Director of Engineering & Estimating to lead engineering, quoting, and continuous improvement, driving accurate cost estimating and overseeing process and manufacturing engineering.

This role focuses on new product launches, automation, AI-driven estimating tools, and delivering high-quality, tightly toleranced components while meeting performance, quality, and profitability goals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Industrial, Aerospace Engineering or related field.

Responsibilities

• Set the vision and direction for the Engineering and Estimating teams, ensuring alignment with growth strategy and customer needs.
• Lead engineering performance across the organization, driving improvements in quality, efficiency, delivery, and overall results.
• Oversee all manufacturing, process, tooling, programming, CAD/CAM, and product engineering functions.
• Direct the estimating process, ensuring accurate costing, competitive pricing, and margin performance across programs.
• Improve quote response times while maintaining accuracy and supporting profitable growth.
• Champion automation, digital manufacturing, AI-driven estimating tools, and continuous technology advancement.
• Lead new product introduction, first article readiness (AS9102), engineering change management, and production launches.
• Partner with Sales and customers to secure new business through manufacturing expertise and competitive proposals.
• Build and develop a high-performing engineering team through coaching and succession planning.

Skills

Leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Problem solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Industrial, Aerospace Engineering

Tools

CNC machining

GD&T

AS9100

AS9102

ITAR compliance

Manufacturing cost estimating

Job description

Michael Page client is a large precision machining manufacturer servicing aerospace programs. They seek a hands-on Director of Engineering & Estimating to lead engineering, quoting, and continuous improvement, driving accurate cost estimating and overseeing process and manufacturing engineering.

This role focuses on new product launches, automation, AI-driven estimating tools, and delivering high-quality, tightly toleranced components while meeting performance, quality, and profitability goals.