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Aerospace Estimator
Location: Anaheim, CA 92807
Schedule: Monday–Friday | 8:00am–5:00pm | 100% Onsite
Pay Range: $38.00–$45.00 per hour
Type: Temp-to-Hire Opportunity
About the Role
We are looking for a knowledgeable Aerospace Estimator with hands-on experience in CNC machining (3-axis & 5-axis) and/or sheet metal fabrication. In this role, you’ll review customer drawings and RFQs, determine manufacturing requirements, and prepare detailed cost estimates that help guide company decisions and support customers’ mission-critical programs.
If you enjoy solving manufacturing challenges, collaborating with engineering teams, and working with cutting-edge aerospace components—this is a great fit for you.
What You’ll Do
• Review customer RFQs and technical drawings to understand project scope and manufacturing requirements
• Develop accurate cost estimates for materials, labor, tooling, machining, and outside processing
• Prepare and submit formal quote packages in a timely and professional manner
• Read and interpret CAD models, drawings, BOMs, and specifications to determine process flow
• Collaborate with engineering, production, purchasing, suppliers, and customer account teams
• Identify outside vendor needs, send RFQs, and evaluate supplier quotes
• Use ERP systems, spreadsheets, and estimating tools to build reliable, traceable estimates
• Consider compliance, quality standards, and documentation needs (AS9100, ITAR, DFARS, NADCAP)
• Maintain cost and tooling databases and contribute to continuous improvement efforts
• Support both prototype and production-level estimating projects
Minimum Requirements:
• 3 years of estimating experience in CNC machining and/or sheet metal manufacturing
• Strong understanding of 3-axis & 5-axis machining, fabrication methods, and aerospace requirements
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and apply GD&T principles
• Experience preparing quotes for aerospace or defense components is highly preferred
• Familiarity with AS9100D, ITAR, DFARS, NADCAP standards
• Strong communication skills and a collaborative, solution-oriented mindset
• Comfortable using ERP systems and Excel to generate quotes
• Associate’s degree preferred, but experience is strongly valued
Salary : $38 - $45