Senior Estimator - Precision Aerospace & Defense Machining

Votaw Precision Technologies; Santa Fe Springs (CA); Presencial; USD 130 000 - 170 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

Votaw Precision Technologies, LLC, a leading aerospace/defense contract manufacturer, seeks an Estimator to forecast labor hours and resources for fabrication, machining, welding, and assembly of complex components.

The role requires 10+ years in aerospace, strong GD&T and CNC knowledge, experience with large components, and proficiency in ERP/MRP and estimating software. This on-site, 40-hour week position offers growth and collaboration with engineering, production, and purchasing teams.

Qualificações

• Minimum of 10 years of hands-on experience in the aerospace and defense manufacturing industry, with a focus on build-to-print, custom fabrications, and large components.
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting complex 2D and 3D drawings, including GD&T.
• Strong CNC machining knowledge and programming fundamentals; direct CNC machinist/programmer experience is desirable.
• Extensive knowledge of aerospace materials (aluminum, titanium, stainless steel, Inconel) and their machinability.
• Experience estimating labor hours for complex machined parts and assemblies.
• Familiarity with moving/rigging large components requiring cranes and forklifts.
• Analytical, detail-oriented, and able to develop standardized estimating procedures.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; able to convey technical info to diverse audiences.
• Proficient with MS Office and ERP/MRP systems; estimating software is a plus.
• Ability to work on-site five days a week.

Responsabilidades

• Analyze 2D/3D drawings, specifications, SOWs to determine labor requirements for fabrication, machining, assembly, finishing.
• Develop detailed labor estimates for one-off and low-rate production projects.
• Factor in logistics for handling large components, including crane and forklift operations.
• Collaborate with engineering, production, quality, and purchasing to refine scope and costs.
• Use CNC knowledge to compute informed labor hour calculations.
• Assess time for welding, fabrication, surface finishing, and assembly of complex structures.
• Prepare clear estimating reports and summaries for management and stakeholders.
• Support pre-production meetings with inputs on methods and labor considerations.
• Compare estimated vs actual labor post-production to improve accuracy and efficiency.
• Drive continuous improvement in estimating and quoting processes.

Conhecimentos

A&D manufacturing

GD&T interpretation

CNC machining knowledge

Estimating labor hours

ERP/MRP familiarity

MS Office proficiency

On-site availability

Strong communication

Rigging/ crane handling

Material knowledge (aerospace)

Formação académica

10+ years aerospace/defense experience

Ferramentas

ERP/MRP systems

Estimating software

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Votaw Precision Technologies, LLC, a leading aerospace/defense contract manufacturer, seeks an Estimator to forecast labor hours and resources for fabrication, machining, welding, and assembly of complex components.

The role requires 10+ years in aerospace, strong GD&T and CNC knowledge, experience with large components, and proficiency in ERP/MRP and estimating software. This on-site, 40-hour week position offers growth and collaboration with engineering, production, and purchasing teams.