Aerospace Estimator: Quotes, Costing & Lean

Verus Aerospace, LLC; Torrance (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

SG&A Quality Forming Inc. in Torrance, CA seeks an Estimator to manage RFQ requests and prepare time, cost, and labor estimates for aerospace sheet metal and machined parts. You will review drawings, assess producibility, and develop detailed cost proposals for bids.

Responsibilities include data analysis, collaboration across departments, and updating cost models to improve accuracy and bidding competitiveness.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years estimating experience in the aerospace industry.
• Associates Degree or equivalent or relevant experience.
• Experience with sheet metal forming and machining is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Review RFQ documents and engineering data to prepare time, cost, and labor estimates.
• Evaluate data for producibility and manufacturing requirements.
• Prepare itemized material, labor, and tooling lists and cost breakdowns.
• Develop cost estimating tools using Excel and related software.
• Communicate with customers to clarify quotations and delivery terms.

Skills

Aerospace estimating

Read blueprints/drawings

Cost estimation

Communication/coordination

Mathematical proficiency

Education

Associates Degree or equivalent

Tools

Excel

Word

Outlook

Job description

SG&A Quality Forming Inc. in Torrance, CA seeks an Estimator to manage RFQ requests and prepare time, cost, and labor estimates for aerospace sheet metal and machined parts. You will review drawings, assess producibility, and develop detailed cost proposals for bids.

Responsibilities include data analysis, collaboration across departments, and updating cost models to improve accuracy and bidding competitiveness.