Senior Aerospace Cost Estimator: Precision & Strategy

Holt Technical Staffing; Billerica (MA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Senior Cost Estimator position in Billerica for a leading U.S. aerospace manufacturer, supported by Holt Technical Staffing. You will calculate production costs, linking estimating, supply chain, engineering, and manufacturing to build accurate cost models and ensure efficient production execution.

Applicants should have 5+ years in precision machining or manufacturing engineering, with ERP and Excel proficiency and knowledge of NDT methods. Lean principles and strong communication are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years in precision machining or manufacturing engineering.
• Cost estimating experience in aerospace, defence, or oil & gas industries preferred.
• Familiarity with tooling selection and machining processes for a variety of manufacturing applications.
• Proficiency with ERP systems and manufacturing data management tools.
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.
• Knowledge of Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) including Magnetic Particle, Pressure Testing, and Dye Penetrant.
• Hands-on experience with machine tools; CNC Lathe experience preferred.
• Understanding of Lean Manufacturing principles.
• Excellent interpersonal, written, organizational, and verbal communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail, mechanical aptitude, and the ability to multitask effectively under tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Calculate production costs using labor rates, material costs, and processing estimates.
• Bridge between estimating, supply chain, engineering, and manufacturing to ensure accurate cost models and efficient production execution.
• Coordinate procurement of raw materials and outside processing services through the integrated supply chain and approved vendor network.
• Support estimating and production coordination functions continuously.

Skills

ERP systems

Data management

Excel

NDT knowledge

CNC lathe experience

Lean manufacturing

Communication

Mechanical aptitude

Multitasking

Team collaboration

Tools

ERP software

NDT tools

Job description

Senior Cost Estimator position in Billerica for a leading U.S. aerospace manufacturer, supported by Holt Technical Staffing. You will calculate production costs, linking estimating, supply chain, engineering, and manufacturing to build accurate cost models and ensure efficient production execution.

Applicants should have 5+ years in precision machining or manufacturing engineering, with ERP and Excel proficiency and knowledge of NDT methods. Lean principles and strong communication are essential.