Cost Estimator - Aerospace

SkillSource Tech; Springfield (MA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Flexible spending account

Health insurance

Health savings account

Life insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Job summary

SkillSource Tech, located near Springfield, MA, seeks a Cost Estimator with aerospace manufacturing experience for a full-time, first shift position. You will review specifications and blueprints to estimate material, labor, and tooling costs, generate BOMs and manufacturing orders, and collaborate with Engineering, Manufacturing, and Supply Chain teams.

The role requires at least 5 years in aerospace cost estimation, strong CAD/Excel skills, and the ability to translate complex specs into

Qualifications

• Experience in cost estimation in aerospace manufacturing.
• HS diploma or GED; ASME or BSME desirable.
• Minimum 5 years' cost estimation experience in aerospace manufacturing.
• Familiarity with CNC machine capabilities and related processes.
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting engineering specifications.
• Ability to read and interpret customer blueprints/specs.
• Proficiency in MS Office, especially Excel.
• Knowledge of CAD software for blueprint translation into calculations.
• Strong mathematical and analytical aptitude with emphasis on precision.
• Cross-functional collaboration in a manufacturing environment.
• Vendor management and customer service skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Review and interpret detailed materials, blueprints, schematics, and specs to estimate material, labor, and tooling costs.
• Develop and deliver accurate project quotes aligning with capabilities and client requirements.
• Develop manufacturing routings, BOMs, and labor estimates.
• Interact with engineering, production, and supply chain to validate manufacturability.
• Interact with vendors and subcontractors to maximize cost-efficiency.
• Monitor raw materials pricing trends to adjust estimation strategies.

Skills

Cost estimation in aerospace

Interpreting engineering specs

Analytical thinking

Cross-functional collaboration

Vendor management

Project management

Education

HS diploma or GED

ASME/BSME desirable

Tools

CAD software

MS Excel

Job description

Job Description

Our aerospace client near Springfield, MA is seeking a Cost Estimator with experience in aerospace manufacturing for a full-time position on first shift. Will be responsible for reviewing item specifications, blueprints, schematics, and similar documents to estimate material, labor, & production times costs for aerospace components, generating appropriate BOM's and manufacturing orders, and interacting with Engineering, Manufacturing, and Supply Chain departments.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Review & interpret detailed materials, including blueprints, schematics, and technical specifications, to calculate material, labor, and tooling costs.
• Develop and deliver accurate project quotes in conformity with company manufacturing capabilities and client requirements.
• Develop manufacturing routings, bills of material, and labor estimates.
• Interact with engineering, production, and supply chain to validate assumptions and ensure manufacturability.
• Interact with vendors and subcontractors to maximize cost-efficiency.
• Monitor raw materials market pricing trends to proactively adjust estimation strategies.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Experience in cost estimation in aerospace manufacturing is essential for consideration
• HS diploma or GED required; ASME or BSME desirable
• Minimum 5 years' cost estimation experience in aerospace manufacturing.
• Familiarity with CNC machine capabilities and related processes (welding, heat treating, finishing, etc.)
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting complicated and detailed engineering specifications.
• Ability to read and interpret customer blueprints, specifications and manufacturing processes.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite, especially Excel, for data modeling, analysis, and reporting.
• Knowledge of CAD software for blueprint and schematic translation into manufacturing calculations.
• Strong mathematical and analytical aptitude with a focus on precision and error reduction.
• Good interpersonal skills and cross-functionality in a manufacturing environment
• Good customer service and vendor management skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment

Employment Status

• Must be a US Citizen or US Permanent Resident (Green card holder) to qualify for consideration

Shift

• 1st: Mon-Fri 7:00AM-3:30PM

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance