Cost Estimating Development Program

Patriot Machine, Inc.; Saint Charles (MO); On-site; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) plan

Paid vacation

Paid holidays

Job summary

A leading aerospace manufacturer in Missouri is seeking an entry-level candidate for the Cost Estimating Development Program. This role involves preparing proposals according to customer specifications, collaborating with team members, and providing support throughout the quoting process. The ideal candidate should have a BA/BS/AS degree or equivalent experience, excel in Excel, and have a strong interest in aerospace manufacturing. Offering a comprehensive benefits package, this role is an excellent opportunity for growth in the aerospace sector.

Qualifications

• Long-term interest in Estimating.
• Applicant must be a U.S. Person.
• Engineering background preferred.

Responsibilities

• Read and setup proposals based on customer requests.
• Review customer requirements and engineering documentation.
• Data entry of Bills of Material for quote.
• Request and obtain supplier quotes.
• Maintain organization while working on multiple quotes.
• Work within ERP system to review data.
• Prepare files for review with management.
• Collaborate as a team to submit proposals on time.
• Provide customer support as liaison during quoting.
• Assist in managing customer orders.

Skills

Excel skills

Interest in estimating

Interest in aerospace manufacturing

Math aptitude

CAD software interest

Metal fabrication experience

Education

BA/BS/AS degree or equivalent experience

Job description

Overview

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Responsibilities

• Read customer requests for quote and set up proposals to meet customer requirements


• Review customer requirements, parts lists, CAD models and other engineering documentation


• Data entry of Bills of Material for quote


• Request and obtain supplier quotes for material, hardware, processing, subcontract, and shipping


• Maintain an organized system for working on multiple quotes at the same time


• Work within ERP system to search and review data, as well as input information into the system and summarize all information into a standard format


• Prepare files and review with Estimating Manager and Vice President


• Work with others as a team to submit proposals on-time to customers per customer format requirements


• Provide superior, prompt customer support


• Serve as customer liaison during quoting, work with Estimating Manager to answer customer requests


• Assist in reviewing and approving customer purchase orders and change orders


• Support internal functions in reviewing purchase orders, implementing new orders and re-orders

Qualifications

• BA/BS/AS degree, equivalent experience, or Certifications


• Skilled in using Excel


• Long-term interest in Estimating


• Long-term interest in aerospace manufacturing


• Applicant must be a U.S. Person


• Interest in CAD software a plus, Engineering or strong math aptitude is preferred


• Metal fabrication experience a plus

Company Profile

Patriot Machine, Inc. is a technologically advanced aerospace manufacturer headquartered in St. Charles, Missouri. We supply complex structural parts and assemblies made from aluminum, titanium and steel to America’s largest aircraft manufacturers. Our culture of innovation and continuous improvement attracts skilled workers who are looking for a challenge. We offer opportunities to learn, grow and help shape the future of aerospace by applying innovative approaches to problem-solving.

Patriot Machine is a woman-owned business currently consisting of over 160 employees and 277,000 square feet of manufacturing and office space. We recently expanded into a new advanced manufacturing facility with ample space for further growth. We provide employees the opportunity to work alongside industry experts at an ultramodern manufacturing company.

Benefits

Patriot Machine offers an excellent benefits package including health, dental, vision, life/disability, 401(k) with employer contributions, paid vacation and holidays.

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Contract

Job function

• Finance and Sales

Industries

• Aviation & Aerospace