Aerospace Estimator

Trusted Aerospace and Engineering; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

TASE Global is seeking an experienced Manufacturing Estimator – Aerospace & CNC Machining to join our Phoenix team. This role develops accurate, competitive cost estimates for precision-machined and fabricated aerospace components, working with Engineering, Production, Quality, Purchasing and Sales to interpret customer requirements and quotes.

You will analyze materials, tooling, cycle times, and production costs to build routings and BOMs, perform make-versus-buy evaluations, and continuously

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of CNC machining, manufacturing processes, engineering drawings, materials, tooling, and production costs.
• Ability to develop accurate, competitive cost estimates from RFQs and technical data packages.
• Experience collaborating with Engineering, Production, Quality, Purchasing and Sales to support quotes.

Responsibilities

• Review customer RFQs, engineering drawings, blueprints, specifications, and technical data packages.
• Develop detailed cost estimates for CNC-machined, fabricated, and sheet metal components.
• Calculate material, labor, machine cycle times, setup times, tooling, and outside processing costs.
• Evaluate manufacturing feasibility, part complexity, tolerances, and production requirements.
• Develop manufacturing routings and Bills of Materials (BOMs).
• Perform make-versus-buy evaluations and identify cost-effective manufacturing solutions.
• Prepare and submit accurate, competitive customer quotations.
• Manage RFQs through customer portals and internal estimating systems.
• Coordinate with Engineering, Production, Quality, Purchasing, and Sales to develop realistic estimates.
• Obtain pricing for materials, tooling, and outside processing.
• Prepare cost breakdowns, bid documentation, and pricing summaries.
• Support customer inquiries and quotation revisions.
• Identify opportunities to reduce manufacturing costs and improve production efficiency.
• Recommend alternative manufacturing methods, tooling, and process improvements.
• Develop and maintain Excel-based estimating tools and cost models.
• Support Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

CNC machining

Manufacturing processes

Engineering drawings

Materials & tooling

Production costs

Tools

Excel

Estimating software

Job description

Manufacturing Estimator – Aerospace & CNC MachiningAbout TASE GlobalTASE Global is a precision manufacturing company supporting the aerospace, defense, and advanced industrial markets. We are committed to delivering high-quality, precision-engineered components through innovation, technical expertise, and continuous improvement.Position SummaryWe are seeking an experienced Manufacturing Estimator – Aerospace & CNC Machining to join our team. This position is responsible for developing accurate, competitive cost estimates for precision-machined and fabricated aerospace components.The ideal candidate has a strong understanding of CNC machining, manufacturing processes, engineering drawings, materials, tooling, and production costs. This individual will work closely with Engineering, Production, Quality, Purchasing, and Sales to evaluate customer requirements, prepare quotations, and support new business opportunities.Key ResponsibilitiesEstimating & Cost AnalysisReview customer RFQs, engineering drawings, blueprints, specifications, and technical data packages.Develop detailed cost estimates for CNC-machined, fabricated, and sheet metal components.Calculate material, labor, machine cycle times, setup times, tooling, and outside processing costs.Evaluate manufacturing feasibility, part complexity, tolerances, and production requirements.Develop manufacturing routings and Bills of Materials (BOMs).Perform make-versus-buy evaluations and identify cost-effective manufacturing solutions.Compare estimated costs against actual production costs to improve estimating accuracy.Customer Quotations & CollaborationPrepare and submit accurate, competitive customer quotations.Manage RFQs through customer portals and internal estimating systems.Coordinate with Engineering, Production, Quality, Purchasing, and Sales to develop realistic estimates.Obtain pricing for materials, tooling, and outside processing.Prepare cost breakdowns, bid documentation, and pricing summaries.Support customer inquiries and quotation revisions.Manufacturing & Continuous ImprovementIdentify opportunities to reduce manufacturing costs and improve production efficiency.Recommend alternative manufacturing methods, tooling, and process improvements.Develop and maintain Excel-based estimating tools and cost models.Support Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives.Why Join TASE Global?At TASE Global, you'll work alongside experienced manufacturing professionals, contribute to challenging aerospace projects, and play an important role in supporting company growth.We value technical knowledge, practical manufacturing experience, teamwork, and individuals who take pride in their work.Ready to put your manufacturing knowledge and estimating expertise to work? Apply today and join TASE Global!Other DutiesPlease note this job description is not intended to limit additional responsibilities or duties. Additional duties and responsibilities may be added or removed as the business evolves with or without notice.TASE Global (Trusted Aerospace and Engineering) offers a collaborative work environment and opportunities for growth within a global organization.TASE Global (Trusted Aerospace and Engineering) is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status.Apply today to join the TASE Global team.