Senior Aerospace Cost Estimator + Pricing Strategy

Jobot; South Windsor (CT); On-site; USD 105,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Compensation

Stable Aerospace & Defense Business

Cross-Functional Exposure

Structured Schedule

Onsite Collaboration

Job summary

A leading aerospace and defense firm is seeking a Cost Estimator to develop accurate cost estimates for RFQs and proposals. The role involves analyzing material costs, collaborating across departments, and supporting pricing strategies to maximize profit margins. Ideal candidates will have over 5 years in cost estimating within a manufacturing environment and a Bachelor's degree. This position offers a salary range of $105,000 - $130,000 per year, in a stable and collaborative workplace.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of cost estimating or pricing experience in manufacturing.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and understanding of manufacturing processes.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and job specifications.

Responsibilities

• Develop accurate cost estimates for RFQs, proposals, and business cases.
• Analyze material costs including inventory availability and escalation.
• Support pricing strategies to maximize gross margin and profitability.

Skills

Cost estimating

Attention to detail

Communication

Financial modeling

Proficiency in Excel

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

ERP systems (Visual, Epicor, SAP)

Job description

A leading aerospace and defense firm is seeking a Cost Estimator to develop accurate cost estimates for RFQs and proposals. The role involves analyzing material costs, collaborating across departments, and supporting pricing strategies to maximize profit margins. Ideal candidates will have over 5 years in cost estimating within a manufacturing environment and a Bachelor's degree. This position offers a salary range of $105,000 - $130,000 per year, in a stable and collaborative workplace.