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Estimator

Applied Composites
Los Alamitos, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 7/22/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 1/16/2027

Applied Composites (AC) is seeking an Estimator who will provide complete and accurate cost estimates that impact business decisions. Partners with other internal departments to estimate costs and profit for complex specifications/projects. Evaluates effectiveness of pricing strategies and modifies pricing structures as needed. Ensures that cost development policies and procedures are in compliance with government laws, regulations and management objectives. 





 


About AC: Come and join the Applied Composites team. We are a leading provider of complex composite components, assemblies, engineering and tooling to the aerospace, defense and space system markets. Our employees are treated with respect and given the support, knowledge, and resources they need to thrive. If you are looking for a company that values and develops its employees while offering engaging work, Applied Composites may be the place for you. 





 


Job Accountabilities:



  • Develops detailed project cost estimates including project complexity factors and key input data such as project objectives, scope and economic analysis 

  • Translates the identified project scope and engineering deliverables into the estimate of capital expenditure costs 

  • Creates and establishes cost-monitoring processes that allow the company to track profit or loss for each project 

  • Manages reviews and audits of cost estimates, formulates, and validate methodologies for deriving quantities from design parameters 

  • Extrapolates cost curves based on firsthand experience of scheduled activities/cost correlation analysis 

  • Ensures that cost development policies and procedures are in compliance with government laws, regulations and management objectives 

  • Other responsibilities as assigned 


 


Job Specifications: 


 


Education: Post-secondary degree in Engineering, Business Administration or Management or equivalent combination of relevant education and work experience that will allow successful performance of job expectations 


 


Years’ Experience: 3 - 7 years of relevant experience


Salary range: $80,000 - $115,000 based on experience, skills, and level


 


Skills: 



  • Understanding of composites materials and manufacturing processes highly preferred 

  • Strong estimating experience and ability to perform complex analysis 

  • Previous experience with CAD highly preferred 

  • Ability to read and interpret aerospace engineering models and drawings 

  • Able to meet multiple and/or conflicting deadlines 

  • Strong interpersonal skills to drive tasks to completion, excellent verbal and written communication skills 


 


Benefits: 


 


 At Applied Composites, we recognize how important your career and benefits are to you and your family. We offer a full suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability coverage, accident insurance, critical illness insurance, basic and supplemental life insurance, employee assistance plan, retirement savings and matching, tuition reimbursement and other developmental opportunities. We are committed to supporting the way you live and work. 






AC is an Equal Opportunity Employer Veterans/Disabled - Affirmative Action Employer.


This position requires the use of information which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). All applicants must be U.S. persons within the meaning of ITAR. ITAR defines a U.S. person as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. 'Green Card Holder'), Political Asylee, or Refugee.

Salary : $80,000 - $115,000

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