Entry Level Materials Estimator

Ascent Aerospace, LLC; Michigan; On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Vision Insurance

401k Match

Job summary

Ascent Aerospace, LLC in Michigan is looking for a Cost Estimator to compute cost estimates of raw materials and subcontracted work. The role involves verifying pricing, using CATIA for measurements, and ensuring compliance with export control requirements.

Qualified candidates will have a High School Diploma and 1-3 years of relevant experience. Benefits include medical, vision, and 401k match. U.S. person status is required for this position.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of experience in estimating or equivalent experience.
• Knowledge of manufacturing and machining processes.
• Ability to interpret specifications and drawings.

Responsibilities

• Compute cost estimates of raw materials and labor.
• Verify pricing and lead times with vendors.
• Utilize CATIA to measure and account for material.

Skills

Estimating experience

Knowledge of manufacturing processes

Ability to interpret Bill of Materials

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Associate degree in Engineering

Job description

SUMMARY OF POSITION

Computes cost estimates of raw materials or subcontracted work and labor. Prepares and maintains historical cost data. Assist program management with scope cost estimates.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Interpret the Bill of Materials from customer models, drawings, and specifications.
• Verify pricing and lead times from approved vendors for all material and purchase items from Bill of Materials, data, prints and quote package (steel, aluminum, Invar, casters, etc.).
• Enter pricing and pertinent information into Quote Central system.
• Utilize CATIA to measure, hide and show details to be sure all material and purchased items are accounted for in each quote.
• Interact with our customers, vendors and internal teams for ongoing clarifications and updates.
• Any additional duties as reasonably assigned by management.

REQUIRED SKILLS, EDUCATION, AND EXPERIENCE

Any combination of education and experience providing the required skill and knowledge for successful job performance will be considered. Typical qualifications would be:

• Minimum High School Diploma/GED.
• 1-3 years of experience of estimating or equivalent experience.
• Knowledge of manufacturing and machining processes, along with raw materials and quality policies.
• Ability to interpret Bill of Materials requirements from customer models, drawings, and specifications.
• This position must meet Export Control Compliance requirements; therefore a "U.S. Person" as defined by 22.C.F.R. is required.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Associate degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, or Industrial Management.
• Experience in estimating, engineering, building of aerospace tooling.
• Ability to interpret Bill of Materials requirements from customer models, drawings, and specifications.
• Department of Defense Secret Security Clearance: Though not required of this role, individuals that have current, previous, or are willing to go through the process to obtain and maintain during the duration of employment are preferred.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY

• No

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS

• May be required to travel to other site locations during the workday and would primarily be local during the business day. However, some projects may require overnight stays as well as out-of-the-area travel paid for by the business.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Typically sits for extended periods at a computer workstation.
• May access and work in the manufacturing plant.
• While performing the duties of this job, employee may be exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes and airborne particles.
• The employee may be exposed to vibration.
• The employee is occasionally exposed to caustic chemicals. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
• May be required to travel to other site locations during the work day.
• May be required to work weekends to meet department and business demands.
• Work with safe manufacturing processes and understand that eyewear is mandatory in the manufacturing area.
• Knows that safety shoes are recommended in the manufacturing area.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

• Must be able to sit, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl.
• Must be able to see, talk, hear, touch, feel and reach with hands and arms.
• Must be able to frequently walk and stand for short periods of time.
• Must be able to lift and move up to 35lbs, occasionally lift and move objects up to 50lbs.

BENEFITS

• Medical Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Life Insurance
• AD&D Insurance
• PTO
• 401k Match

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Employment is contingent upon successfully passing an employee reference check, criminal background check, and drug screening.

This position requires use of information that is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). All applicants must be U.S. persons within the meaning of ITAR. ITAR defines a U.S. person as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. "Green Card Holder").

Ascent Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws. If you have a disability and you believe you need a reasonable accommodation to search for a job opening or to submit an online application, please call toll‑free [phone].