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Overview / Role Summary

Confidential Client (via Careertakes) is seeking an Aerospace Estimator to produce accurate, competitive cost proposals that support new business and program quoting for precision aerospace components. The Estimator will review engineering drawings and technical data packages to determine material, tooling, machining, inspection, and labor requirements, and will collaborate cross-functionally to ensure quotes reflect manufacturability, capacity, and program risk.

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Key Responsibilities

• Review aerospace engineering drawings, specifications, models, and customer technical data packages to determine manufacturing requirements.
• Analyze RFQs, RFPs, and customer requirements to develop timely, defensible cost estimates.
• Establish manufacturing routings and production workflows for components and assemblies.
• Evaluate raw materials, machining, labor, tooling, inspection, packaging, and special processing needs.
• Solicit and evaluate supplier quotations for outside processing, purchased components, and subcontracted services.
• Create and maintain Bills of Materials (BOMs) and manufacturing cost structures.
• Assess manufacturing feasibility, producibility, capacity considerations, and associated program risks.
• Support make-versus-buy analyses and recommend the most cost‑effective manufacturing approach.
• Partner with Manufacturing Engineering and Operations to validate cycle times and routing assumptions.
• Coordinate with Quality to understand inspection requirements and compliance expectations.
• Use ERP/MRP systems and Excel-based costing tools to develop detailed quotations.
• Support New Product Introduction (NPI) activities and participate in technical quote reviews.
• Maintain cost-estimating databases and historical quoting information.
• Provide technical and commercial input to Business Development and Sales during customer discussions.
• Ensure all estimates align with customer requirements, internal capabilities, and profitability objectives.

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Required Qualifications

• Experience reviewing technical drawings, blueprints, and engineering specifications.
• Ability to interpret GD&T and evaluate manufacturing requirements from engineering documentation.
• Understanding of machining, manufacturing processes, production planning, and aerospace component manufacturing.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with high attention to detail.
• Proficient with Microsoft Excel and comfortable using ERP/MRP systems.
• Excellent verbal and written communication; proven ability to collaborate cross-functionally.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

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Preferred Qualifications

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Business, or related field.
• Aerospace manufacturing experience strongly preferred.
• Experience with:
  • RFQ and proposal development
  • BOM creation and management
  • Manufacturing routings and process planning
  • ERP/MRP systems and costing tools
  • CNC machining and shop-floor operations
  • Cost analysis and pricing strategies
  • Supplier quote management and make-versus-buy analyses
  • New Product Introduction (NPI) and aerospace special processing
  • Tooling and fixture cost estimation

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Ideal Backgrounds

• Aerospace Estimating
• Manufacturing Engineering
• Process Engineering
• Manufacturing or Production Planning
• CNC Programming or Machinist experience
• Cost Engineering
• Operations leadership in aerospace machining or production

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Key Competencies

• Aerospace manufacturing knowledge
• Blueprint reading & GD&T interpretation
• Cost estimating & analysis
• Manufacturing process knowledge
• Commercial acumen and pricing judgment
• Cross-functional collaboration
• Attention to detail and organization
• Data analysis and problem solving

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Experience Level

Entry-Level to Early Career — candidates with internship experience, military aerospace experience, hands-on machining backgrounds, CNC programming knowledge, or manufacturing engineering exposure are encouraged to apply. Training will be provided for candidates with strong technical foundations and an eagerness to grow in aerospace estimating.

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Employment Type & Workplace

• Employment type: Full‑time (contractor opportunities may be possible per client needs)
• Workplace: Fully onsite in Newington, CT

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Compensation & Benefits

• Salary range: $95,000 — $115,000 per year (range provided by the client; final offer depends on qualifications, experience, geographic location, and internal equity).
• Benefits highlights (provided by Confidential Client): healthcare options, retirement savings plan, paid time off, and career development opportunities. Confidential Client operates multiple Connecticut facilities with a strong continuous-improvement culture and exposure to complex commercial and military aerospace components.

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Application Timeline

• Anticipated posting close date: Nov 2, 2026

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Notes on Employer & Process

This role is posted on behalf of a Confidential Client in the Engineering sector. The client seeks to maintain an inclusive hiring process; reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities are supported. AI tools may be used to assist with application review, but final hiring decisions are made by people.

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

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