The Material Estimator will work and is responsible for accurately compiling the complete cost of materials needed for various projects and tasks in support of production and spares proposals
Responsible for all aspects of proposal material estimating including but not limited to the following: Meticulously generates a Consolidated Bill of Materials (CBOM), tailored to align with the specific schedule and unique demands of each proposal based on the RFP
Leverages a combination of supplier quotes, historical purchase data, price lists/catalogs, available stock materials, engineering estimates, and any relevant adjustments to determine items to be sent out for supplier quotations
Conduct thorough analyses of technical drawings, parts lists, specifications, and related documents to accurately ascertain estimating needs
Compiles, reviews, and approves all material cost data and provides the accurate detailed priced complete CBOM spreadsheet/report with lead-times to the Pricing Department
Effectively communicates with external individuals and internal customers to deliver projects under pressure and meet proposal deadlines and budget constraints to external customers
Actively supports GATE reviews and robust support during Customer/DCAA audits
Ensures that all estimations and procurement activities comply with relevant regulations and company policies
Maintain accurate records of estimated and actual material usage for future reference and continuous improvement of estimation processes

Requirements

Must be a U.S. Citizen
Bachelor’s Degree and minimum 4 years of prior relevant experience
Graduate Degree and a minimum of 2 years of prior related experience
In lieu of a degree, minimum of 8 years of prior related experience
Aerospace/Defense industry experience
Ability to create Microsoft Excel Pivot Tables, Excel Vlookups and organization of large amounts of data
Working knowledge of material pricing techniques
Strong presentation skills and attention to detail
Interpersonal skills and adept at resolving time sensitive problems
Understanding and working knowledge of engineering documentation and product configuration
Must have advanced computer skills (preferably Microsoft Word, Excel, and Powerpoint) and a solid understanding and knowledge of ERP/MRP systems (Costpoint and SAP preferred)

Benefits

health and disability insurance
401(k) match
flexible spending accounts
EAP
education assistance
parental leave
paid time off
company-paid holidays

Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard skills

material estimatingConsolidated Bill of Materialssupplier quotationstechnical drawing analysiscost data compilationmaterial pricing techniquesExcel Pivot TablesExcel VlookupsERP systemsMRP systems

Soft skills

presentation skillsattention to detailinterpersonal skillsproblem resolutioncommunication skillstime managementorganizational skillsability to work under pressurecustomer servicecollaboration