Aerospace Estimator

Estimator – Aerospace Manufacturing

Location: Southwick, MA 01077
Job Type: Full-Time, Direct Hire
Schedule: 1st Shift, Monday–Friday
Salary: $90,000–$105,000/year

About the Role

We are looking for an experienced Estimator to join an aerospace manufacturing company in Southwick, MA.

This position will prepare cost estimates and quotes for precision-machined aerospace components. You’ll review customer drawings and specifications, determine material and manufacturing requirements, and work with internal teams and outside vendors to put together accurate quotes.

The right person will have aerospace estimating experience, a good understanding of CNC machining and manufacturing processes, and experience with BOMs and manufacturing routings.

What You'll Do

• Review and respond to customer RFQs.
• Read customer blueprints, specifications, and technical documentation.
• Prepare estimates for labor, materials, machining, tooling, outside processing, and lead times.
• Create and maintain Bills of Materials (BOMs) and manufacturing routings.
• Get pricing and lead times from outside vendors and suppliers.
• Prepare complete quote packages for management review and customer submission.
• Review machining methods and manufacturing processes to determine the best approach for production.
• Work with Engineering, Production, Purchasing, and Quality to make sure estimates are accurate and manufacturable.
• Maintain estimating records and support process improvement efforts.
• Follow company safety, quality, and 6S procedures.

What We're Looking For

• Previous estimating experience in aerospace manufacturing is required.
• Experience estimating precision-machined metal components.
• Ability to read and understand blueprints, GD&T, specifications, and manufacturing documentation.
• Understanding of:
• BOMs
• Manufacturing routings
• CNC machining processes
• Aerospace manufacturing processes
• Knowledge of machine capabilities, cycle times, tooling, and manufacturing costs.
• Process Engineering experience is a plus.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple RFQs and changing priorities.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office.

Preferred Background

• Aerospace manufacturing
• CNC machining
• Cost estimating
• Manufacturing planning
• Process engineering
• RFQ management
• Vendor coordination
• Precision machining
• GD&T
• BOM creation
• Routing development
• AS9100 experience

Benefits

• $90,000–$105,000 annual salary
• Direct-hire position
• Monday–Friday, 1st

Pay: $90,000.00 - $105,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person