Production Estimator

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Location:

Macomb - Mile
Employment Status: Salary Full-Time
Function: Engineering
Pay Grade and Range: USXX - Grade USXX Salaried 61 (Range: Level I-IV; Min Level I: $77,065 - Mid Level IV: $165,139)
Bonus Plan:AIP
Target Bonus:10,0
Hiring Manager: Jerry Kablak
Recruiter: Allison Schock

Location:

Macomb - Mile
Employment Status: Salary Full-Time
Function: Engineering
Pay Grade and Range: USXX - Grade USXX Salaried 61 (Range: Level I-IV; Min Level I: $77,065 - Mid Level IV: $165,139)
Bonus Plan:AIP
Target Bonus:10,0
Hiring Manager: Jerry Kablak
Recruiter: Allison Schock

The Estimator is responsible for preparing accurate cost estimates and pricing for complex, precision-manufactured components and advanced manufacturing assemblies. This role ensures compliance with ITAR and CMMC requirements while reviewing project opportunities and assembling comprehensive estimates that include labor, materials, purchased items, and outside services based on customer RFQs. The Estimator also communicates directly with customers regarding solicitations and requests for quotes.

• Prepare accurate, realistic, and achievable estimates for hours, materials, outsourced operations, and costs to deliver competitive quotes
• Determine pricing and lead times for all quotations
• Analyze labor, material, tooling, overhead, outside processing, and scheduling impacts to develop cost-effective and accurate quotes
• Source and obtain quotes from vendors for materials, coatings, hardware, and additional processes required for projects
• Maintain and update estimating databases, standards, and historical cost data
• Identify cost risks, assumptions, and opportunities for cost reduction or process improvement
• Utilize 3D modeling software and 2D prints to analyze projects and assembly quotations
• Collaborate with internal departments and managers to ensure quotations meet budget feasibility, cost efficiency, and producibility standards
• Participate in process improvement initiatives and job performance analysis meetings.
• Ensure all estimation activities comply with ITAR, CUI, CMMC, and company information security policies
• Safeguard controlled technical data and properly handle export-controlled information
• Support strategic sales growth initiatives with new and existing aerospace customers.
• Assist with customer negotiations and post-award cost reviews as needed
• Work independently, manage deadlines under pressure, and contribute effectively in a team environment
• Perform additional duties as assigned

• High school diploma/GED, certificate in Machine Tool Technology, or a minimum of five years of relevant work experience required
• Experience in process engineering, quality assurance, aerospace, and precision machining required
• Strong understanding of machining, fabrication, assembly, and special processes used in aerospace or advanced manufacturing
• Ability to read 2D blueprints and proficiency in GD&T
• Proven experience estimating aerospace tooling, complex assemblies, or multi-process parts; flight hardware experience preferred
• Proficiency in 3D modeling software (e.g., Enovia, Catia, JT2
  
  Go, Siemens NX);
  Enovia/Catia experience preferred
• Proficiency in Microsoft 365 and ability to learn additional systems as needed
• Proficiency in Hub Spot or similar CRM software (i.e., Salesforce, Zoho CRM, etc.) preferred
• Familiarity with government or defense contracting requirements
• Experience working in ITAR-regulated and CMMC-compliant environments, including handling Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI)
• Strong communication and time management skills
• Ability to travel as required
• Ability to pass drug and background checks in compliance with applicable laws

• This position may have access to various types of Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) and/or information and tangible items subject to U.S. export controls, as well as be subject to certain customer/contractual requirements. Therefore, the individual selected for the position may be required to meet certain citizenship, immigration, and/or location-related requirements, as well as screenings,…