Estimating Intern

Safran•Denton, TX

About The Position

A glimpse at the job: HERE, WE CRAFT EXCELLENCE TOGETHER. At Safran, we believe in sustainable career journeys, collaboration as a cornerstone of innovation, and the freedom to explore diverse career paths. We are proud to be featured in TIME's World's Best Companies 2025 ranking, securing 2nd place in the Aerospace & Defense sector and 52nd overall. As an Estimating Intern, you'll contribute to meaningful projects that shape the future of aerospace. This position contributes to our vision by: Support the Proposal team developing cost estimates, proposals, and business decision data for product development and established programs, changes in company products or processes, and other management requests • Bill of Material development - extract information from engineering drawings and documents to create bills of material in Microsoft Excel for wire harness assemblies Support the development of Material Estimates using SAP historical data and vendor quotes Use SAP history and Microfost Excel files to prepare labor hours estiamtes for wire harnesses with previous history Input the labor hours and material estimate inputs into an Excel pricing model to develop proposal pricing Regular, predictable attendance is required; What we offer: Competitive salaries •Paid holidays •Recognition programs •Comprehensive benefits •Retirement (401K) plans with employer match •Professional development opportunities •Tuition assistance •Over 300 career paths across global sites Work Culture: At Safran, we foster a respectful and inclusive workplace where diverse perspectives are valued. We support sustainable career journeys and encourage employees to explore multiple paths for growth. Collaboration is essential to our success, and we are committed to helping every team member thrive. We engage with our communities through educational programs, outreach initiatives, and career events, inspiring future talent to join our mission. Join Safran Electrical & Power, where you can look to the skies and say “we did that.” Job Requirements At Safran Electrical & Power, we value service-oriented team players who demonstrate strong interpersonal skills, a positive attitude, and the ability to adapt to our dynamic, innovative environment. Highlights from our facility: As the North American headquarters for Safran Electrical & Power, the Denton, Texas facility brings together a diverse team committed to crafting excellence. Here, we innovate smarter electrical solutions for a better flight—together. Recognized with honors such as the Northrop Grumman Supplier Performance Excellence Award, Sikorsky Elite Supplier, and Boeing Supplier of the Year, we are proud to lead in quality and innovation. Located in the heart of North Texas, Denton offers a vibrant arts and music scene and is home to two major universities! Discover Safran through our videos: https://www.safran-group.com/videos/safran-corporate. This description outlines the general nature and level of work for this position. Duties, responsibilities, and qualifications may vary by assignment or group. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status. Safran Electrical & Power is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. For verification or accommodation requests, please email [email protected] or call 940-395-7934. We will make a determination on your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis. Candidates for positions with Safran Electrical & Power must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Employment eligibility verification will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. No company sponsorship will be offered. This position requires access to technologies and hardware subject to US national security based export control requirements. All applicants must be US Citizens, or otherwise authorized by the U.S. Government. No company sponsorship will be offered] Relocation assistance is not offered for this position.

Requirements

Requires junior or senior level undergraduate studies in Business Administration/Engineering or related field and 0-3 years of experience in estimating and pricing.
Ability to produce estimates
Ability to read engineering drawings & documents
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Requires proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Power Point, and Word)
SAP experience is a plus

Nice To Haves

SAP experience is a plus

Responsibilities

Support the Proposal team developing cost estimates, proposals, and business decision data for product development and established programs, changes in company products or processes, and other management requests
Bill of Material development - extract information from engineering drawings and documents to create bills of material in Microsoft Excel for wire harness assemblies
Support the development of Material Estimates using SAP historical data and vendor quotes
Use SAP history and Microfost Excel files to prepare labor hours estiamtes for wire harnesses with previous history
Input the labor hours and material estimate inputs into an Excel pricing model to develop proposal pricing
Regular, predictable attendance is required