Estimator - LEAPROS : Job Details

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CLIENT PARTNER PROFILE & VALUE PROPOSITION: Leapros has been engaged by a well-respected aerospace company to fill an Estimator role in their Santa Ana facility.

POSITION TITLE: Estimator (Aerospace)

POSITION SUMMARY: The Estimator is responsible for estimating aerospace tooling labor and material costs of manufacturing and engineering based on request data submitted by prospective customers. The estimator is involved in preparing cost reports and presents findings to management, contract personnel, proposal coordinators, customer representatives, price auditors, vendors, and subcontractors.

RESPONSIBILITIES/DUTIES:

• Uses models, drawings and specification information in customer requests to determine labor, material, process hour and cost estimates for detailed tooling
• Prepares estimates using company approved applications and/or Excel workbooks and data sheets
• Coordinates with procurement for requests for quotations from outside suppliers for parts, materials, hardware and processes
• Inputs hours and notes into quote software system
• Prepares reports, presentations, status, and continuous improvement initiatives
• Performs special projects as needed
• Coordinates and prepares large proposals with input from multiple internal and external groups
• Attends bidder s conferences and works with Engineering team to develop tooling and tooling systems concepts
• Utilizes inputs from Sales staff and industry contacts to develop suggested pricing and bid strategy
• Presents bids and bid strategy to leadership team for approval
• In coordination with Sales team, helps negotiates and win POs from customers
• Any additional duties as reasonably assigned by management

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Associate or Bachelor s degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, or Industrial Management
• 3+ years of experience in estimating (preferably aerospace, defense, tooling, or automotive industries)
• Experience in aerospace industry preferably in tooling or toolmaker experience
• Proficient in Negotiations and Conflict Resolution. Possess the ability to negotiate; resolve and problem solve program issues in a respectful, professional manner.
• This position must meet Export Control compliance requirements, therefore a US Person as defined by 22.C.F.R. is required
• Knowledge of cost estimating methods, from detailed bids through parametric modeling used in large-scale quotations
• Extensive knowledge of manufacturing and machining processes, along with raw materials and quality policies
• Ability to interpret RFQ requirements from customer models, drawings, and specifications
• Attention to detail, accurate, and organized blueprint reading and interpretation skills
• Knowledge of cost estimating methods, from detailed bids through parametric modeling used in large-scale quotations
• Strong verbal and written communication skills

PAY TRANSPARENCY: A reasonable estimate of the available annual pay scale for this position is: $125,000-$135,000. The actual compensation offered may vary depending on qualifications and other factors essential to the performance of duties and is determined by the hiring authority.

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