Senior Aerospace Cost Estimator - Lead Pricing Strategy

SST Direct; Manchester (CT); On-site; USD 100,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

SST Direct in Manchester, CT seeks a Senior Cost Estimator to lead complex aerospace cost estimating, pricing strategy, and process improvements. Reporting to the President, you will collaborate with engineering, purchasing, and leadership to develop accurate quotations for government and Tier 1 customers.

This role requires 10+ years in aerospace cost estimating, deep knowledge of drawings, ERP data, and LEAN methods. Travel is occasional.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of aerospace manufacturing cost estimation/quotations.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and specs.
• Experience with ERP systems and historical cost analysis.
• Familiarity with government contracting requirements (DCMA).
• Strong analytical, project management, organizational, communication, and negotiation skills.
• Demonstrated ability to lead process improvements and establish consistent estimating practices.

Responsibilities

• Develop accurate cost estimates for aerospace components using blueprints and specs.
• Collaborate with engineering and purchasing to evaluate material, labor, manufacturing, and other costs.
• Analyze historical cost data and ERP information to develop accurate, competitive estimates.
• Manage the RFQ process from initial review and cost development through proposal submission and negotiations.
• Support relationships with Tier 1 aerospace manufacturers and government customers.
• Identify cost risks and opportunities, and report recommendations to leadership.
• Establish and improve estimating procedures using LEAN principles and continuous improvement methods.
• Track quotation performance to improve estimating accuracy and competitiveness.
• Review purchase orders to ensure alignment with quoted pricing and terms.
• Travel occasionally (<10%).

Skills

Aerospace cost estimating

Analytical skills

Project management

Communication

Negotiation

Leadership

Cost analysis

Education

Engineering degree preferred

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

SST Direct in Manchester, CT seeks a Senior Cost Estimator to lead complex aerospace cost estimating, pricing strategy, and process improvements. Reporting to the President, you will collaborate with engineering, purchasing, and leadership to develop accurate quotations for government and Tier 1 customers.

This role requires 10+ years in aerospace cost estimating, deep knowledge of drawings, ERP data, and LEAN methods. Travel is occasional.