Manufacturing Estimator — BOM & Sourcing

Aerodyn Ltd; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Aerodyn Engineering in Indianapolis, IN is seeking a Manufacturing Estimating Assistant to support sourcing, estimating, and key purchasing decisions that keep quotes accurate and our customer projects profitable.

You’ll work with the Manufacturing Department Manager, dig into Bills of Materials, calculate vendor pricing, and ensure every estimate reflects the real scope before it goes to the customer.

Qualifications

• Experience in defense/aircraft component manufacturing preferred.
• Experience with BOMs and cost analysis required.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Provide quoting assistance to the Manufacturing Department Manager on manufactured components/assemblies.
• Develop accurate estimates for scope of work and pricing across all manufactured components/assemblies.
• Source material/hardware quoting from outside vendors, ensuring estimates reflect current, precise scope of work.
• Thoroughly comprehend Bills of Materials (BOMs) and understand any required special outside processes.
• Work with outside vendors/services to secure the best possible pricing without compromising material quality, preparing pricing from multiple sources.
• Review historical quotes for similar/exact parts and their variations, reviewing profitability for accurate quoting practices.
• Enter all quote data into the ERP system.
• Ensure quote data is processed on time for customer due dates, allowing time for management review.
• Evaluate lessons learned and budgets with engineering and manufacturing to drive continuous improvement.

Skills

BOM analysis

Estimating & pricing

Vendor sourcing

ERP data entry

Manufacturing knowledge

Tools

ERP system

Pricing tools

Job description

Aerodyn Engineering in Indianapolis, IN is seeking a Manufacturing Estimating Assistant to support sourcing, estimating, and key purchasing decisions that keep quotes accurate and our customer projects profitable.

You’ll work with the Manufacturing Department Manager, dig into Bills of Materials, calculate vendor pricing, and ensure every estimate reflects the real scope before it goes to the customer.