Senior Aerospace Estimator & Production Planning Engineer

Vale Group; New York (NY); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Retirement Plan With Discretionary Con

Paid Time Off

Paid Company Holidays

Job summary

Vale Group in New York seeks a Senior Mechanical Engineer to lead cost estimating for complex aerospace quotes. You will review requests, develop tooling layouts, and refine estimates as requirements evolve, working with cross-functional teams to ensure timely, competitive bids.

The role demands 10+ years of experience, CATIA proficiency, advanced Excel modeling, and familiarity with aerospace production processes, GD&T, Six Sigma, and ERP/MRP systems. On-site in NY with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Requires 10+ years in mechanical or manufacturing engineering, ideally aerospace or aviation.
• CATIA proficiency, advanced Excel modeling skills, and knowledge of aerospace production processes.
• Defense contracting, GD&T, Six Sigma, and ERP/MRP experience are advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Review quote requests and technical data to prepare detailed cost estimates for labor, materials, components, tooling, and specialty processes.
• Develop production plans and tooling layouts; refine estimates as requirements change.
• Collaborate with proposal leadership and cross-functional teams to deliver accurate, competitive quotes on time.

Skills

Aerospace Manufacturing

Cost Estimating

Composite Layup

Sheet Metal Forming

Adhesive Bonding

Precision Machining

Welding

Lean Manufacturing

Automation

Six Sigma

GD&T

Education

Mechanical Engineering degree or related field

Tools

CATIA

Advanced Excel Modeling

ERP/MRP

Job description

Vale Group in New York seeks a Senior Mechanical Engineer to lead cost estimating for complex aerospace quotes. You will review requests, develop tooling layouts, and refine estimates as requirements evolve, working with cross-functional teams to ensure timely, competitive bids.

The role demands 10+ years of experience, CATIA proficiency, advanced Excel modeling, and familiarity with aerospace production processes, GD&T, Six Sigma, and ERP/MRP systems. On-site in NY with comprehensive benefits.