Estimator

Ducommun•Gardena, CA

78d•$23 - $28•Onsite

About The Position

The Estimator role is crucial for developing, analyzing, evaluating, coordinating, preparing, and overseeing cost proposals for government and commercial customers. This position requires a deep understanding of general process methodology, current materials, and outside processing costs. The Estimator must be aware of all recurring and non-recurring costs related to the Basis of Estimate (BOE) as they pertain to customer requirements in the original request for quote (RFQ). Collaboration with team members is essential as proposal submission deadlines approach. The Estimator must also be knowledgeable about the competition, Ducommun's cost and profit margins, and be prepared to support various departments including Sales, Business Management, Engineering, Finance, and Production Control during negotiations and product launches. Ducommun, founded in 1849, is a global provider of innovative manufacturing solutions for the aerospace, defense, and industrial markets, specializing in electronic and structural systems. The Gardena, CA facility is a leader in large stretch-formed aircraft skins, hot forming of titanium, superplastic forming, and complex fastened and welded assemblies.

Requirements

Ability to read and understand blueprints and mylars.
Ability to use modeling software such as Catia.
Ability to read and understand technical specifications.
Knowledge of manufacturing materials, processes, and tooling.
Work well in a team environment as well as individually.
Possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Demonstrate a thorough knowledge of learning curve applications, mathematical formulas, and the ability to apply multi-curve projections.
Knowledge of stretch forming, machining, chemical milling, sheet metal and assembly processes are a must.
Thorough knowledge of Microsoft Excel, as well as MS Word, MS PowerPoint.
Minimum High School diploma or equivalent
2-year or 4-year degree with courses in Manufacturing and/or Engineering, or Five years’ experience and a proven knowledge of cost estimating, and price analysis skills.
1-5 years’ experience within the Aerospace or aircraft production industry

Nice To Haves

Working knowledge of BAAN V, Auto-vue, Solid Works, Unigraphics, and knowledge of multiple ERP/MRP systems a plus.
At least 1 year experience in Aerospace estimating preferred

Responsibilities

Develop, analyze, evaluate, coordinate, prepare, and oversee cost proposals to government and commercial customers.
Review and interpret the Request for Proposal (RFP) for all pricing requirements and work with Engineering, Quality, and Program Management to set up the approach and schedule required for bidding the proposal.
Identify and generate RFPs for all materials and outside processing to suppliers or DAS GOREM Purchasing.
Research historical data in detail and develop fully traceable summaries.
Develop fully compliant and accurate cost proposals.
Support changes or modifications with the customer and participate with the Contract Negotiation team.
Establish method of manufacturing, detailed job instructions, estimating package preparation, and prepare and produce the summarization of Basis of Estimate (BOE) reporting sheets.
With the assistance from Engineering, identify required tools and concepts (with Engineering concurrence), including NC Tapes, Stretch Forms, Mill Fixtures, Check Fixtures, etc.
Compile all Non-Recurring (NRE) tooling cost summary reports, with breakout of all costs; labor, tools, equipment, outside sub-tier requirements and include all the cost elements in the final quotation/proposal.
Provide Recurring calculation of hours summary cost (REC) using established templates that include labor hours, material, outside processing, and any Internal Work orders (IWO) processed into a basis of estimate (BOE) report.
Provide detail Financial Analysis against cost elements of a quote, prepare and support the financial “Basis of Estimate” summary to Management and Senior level approval personnel.
Ascertain the quote is considered “Fair & Reasonable” prior to submittal to Sales, Business management and/or Customer.
Attend (as necessary/or directed) and provide support and guidance for Product Launch meetings.
Adhere to all directives of “Best Practices” to assure all department requirements, deadlines and obligations are met.
Stay abreast of the latest technologies, techniques within the Aerospace industry by attending classes, seminars, magazine periodicals, Internet searches etc.
Responsible for the proper handling and management of hazardous waste generated in their work area.
Performs other duties as assigned including leading projects and participation in project committees.