Estimator at Verus Aerospace

Torrance, California, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

09 Feb, 26

Salary

95000.0

Posted On

11 Nov, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Blueprint Analysis, Cost Estimation, Manufacturing Requirements, LEAN Manufacturing, Excel Proficiency, Problem Solving, Communication, Mathematical Concepts, Technical Instructions Interpretation

Industry

Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing

Description

When you join the Verus Aerospace team, you are more than a number – you are a valued part of our company family. Superior craftsmanship, employee pride and a shared commitment to continuous improvement are the foundation of our success. We have a strong reputation for professionalism and quality in the aerospace industry. Our company is committed to excellence and we recognize that the right people, offering their ideas and expertise, will enable us to continue our success. We seek team members who are passionate, adaptable, driven to achieve quality results, focused on continuous improvement, self-motivated and problem solvers. ESTIMATOR The Estimator serves as a point of contact on assigned estimating and customer quote activity for the business unit. Serves as the primary customer focal point for all assigned RFP/RFQ requests. Responsibilities include analyzing blueprints, specifications, and other documentation to prepare time, cost, and labor estimates for sheet metal and machined parts and components. Creates and maintains manufacturing cost estimates and proposals utilizing Routings and Bills of Materials for production of Aerospace components. JOB FUNCTIONS: Receive, download and submit Request for Quotations (RFQ) from customer portals and review all accompanying documents and engineering data packages. Evaluate all engineering data and information to assess producibility. Review parts lists, drawings, and other data to determine manufacturing requirements including outside processing (heat treat, etc.) material, labor, and tooling and prepares itemized lists of those requirements. Prepares estimates used for management purposes such as planning, organizing, and scheduling work, preparing bids, and determining cost effectiveness of make/buy analyses. Makes recommendations to improve the manufacturing process, and when appropriate supports LEAN Manufacturing activities. Analyze variances between estimated cost and actual cost to effectively evaluate the adequacy and accuracy of the utilized estimating parameters. Develop cost estimating tools utilizing Excel. Provide cost breakdowns and complete bid forms when requested by customers or business leadership. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Ability to read, analyze and interpret documents such as drawings, blueprints, production schedules, contractual agreements, Requests for Quotation or Requests for Proposal, as well as various customer documents relating to the same. Ability to write reports and business correspondence, both internal and external Ability to effectively communicate with individuals or groups of customers or employees. Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations. Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables. Proficiency in the use of MS Office including Word, Excel, Outlook required. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: At least 3-5 years estimating experience in the aerospace industry. Previous sheet metal forming and machining experience with 5 axis machines a plus. Associates Degree or equivalent required or relevant experience (Engineering and applicable certifications preferred) Pay Transparency The salary information is a general guideline only. A wide range of factors are considered when extending an offer, such as job-related knowledge and skills, qualifications, education/training, key skills as well as market and business considerations. Other forms of pay (e.g., bonus or long term incentive) may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and other benefits, dependent on the position offered. California pay range $85,000—$95,000 USD Equal Employment Opportunity Verus Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, gender, religion, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, gender identity or expression, or any other basis protected by local, state or federal law. This policy applies with regard to all aspects of one’s employment, including hiring, transfer, promotion, compensation, eligibility for benefits and termination. A notice describing Federal equal employment law is available here. Reasonable Accommodations Verus Aerospace is committed to offering reasonable accommodations to qualified job applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please click here to contact us and let us know the nature of your request and contact information. Please note that only those inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this e-mail address. Transparency In Coverage (TIC) information This is a link that will take you to Anthem’s website for access to Verus’ Machine-Readable Files per the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021 Transparency in Coverage requirement to provide Machine-Readable Files on the health plan (effective July 1, 2022). https://www.anthem.com/ca/machine-readable-file/search ITAR Requirements To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by ITAR (22 CFR §120.15). E-Verify This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. If E-Verify cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, this employer is required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact Department of Homeland Security (DHS) or Social Security Administration (SSA) so you can begin to resolve the issue before the employer can take any action against you, including terminating your employment. Employers can only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9. E-Verify Works for Everyone For more information on E-Verify, or if you believe that your employer has violated its E-Verify responsibilities, please contact DHS. 888-897-7781 dhs.gov/e-verify I certify that I have made true, correct, and complete answers and statements on my employment application, any supplements to it and in any interview in the knowledge that they will be relied upon in considering my application for employment. I understand that any false or misleading information or omission may disqualify me from further consideration for employment and may lead to my dismissal from employment or revocation of an offer of employment, if discovered at a later date. I also understand that if I am hired, I will be required to provide proof of identity and legal authorization to work in the United States and that federal immigration laws require the completion of an I-9 Form in this regard. This Company does not tolerate unlawful discrimination in its employment practices. No question on this application is used for the purpose of limiting or excluding an applicant from consideration for employment on the basis of his or her race, color, religion, national origin, genetic information, gender, gender identification, gender expression, marital status or civil partnership/union status, sexual orientation, cancer related condition, medical condition, citizenship, age, physical or mental disability (actual or perceived), pregnancy disability, or family leave status, pregnancy, breastfeeding needs, reproductive health decision-making, organ or bone marrow donor status, or military or veteran’s status, or any other protected status under applicable federal, state, or local law. This company likewise does not tolerate harassment based on sex, race, color, religion, national origin, genetic information, citizenship, age, disability, or any other protected status. Harassment of our employees is strictly prohibited, whether it is committed by a manager, coworker, subordinate, or non-employee (such as a vendor or customer). The Company takes all complaints of harassment seriously and all complaints will be investigated promptly and thoroughly. I hereby understand and acknowledge that any employment relationship with this Company is of an “at will” nature, which means that my employment may be terminated by me or the company at any time for any reason or no reason, and with or without notice. It is further understood that this “at will” employment relationship cannot be changed except in writing by an authorized executive of this Company. If hired, I agree to abide by all of the Company’s rules, policies, and procedures. I understand that the Company and all plan administrators shall have the maximum discretion permitted by law to administer, interpret, modify, discontinue, enhance, or otherwise change all policies, procedures, rules, benefits, or other terms or conditions of employment. I understand that in addition to this application, the employment process may, for certain positions, include any or all of the following procedures: testing – aptitude, personality and/or skill, multiple interviews, post-offer thorough background checks and drug screening test. Immigration Compliance Plan The Company policies include a commitment to non-discrimination based on race, national origin and immigration status. Pursuant to the Immigration and Nationality Act (INA), which protects work authorized individuals from employment discrimination on the basis of citizenship status or national origin, employment decisions will not be made on the basis of a person’s national origin, race or immigration status except to the extent necessary to comply with the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). In those situations, the Company will need to obtain information necessary to comply with the requirements of the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). This will include collection of documentation to establish one of three categories of citizenship/ immigration status: (1) U.S. Citizenship; (2) Permanent Residency (Green Card) and (3) Asylum or Refugee Status (formally recognized or assigned such status by the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement). If an applicant or employee does not meet the category applicable to their anticipated work for the Company, the Company cannot hire such applicant. In order to ensure ITAR compliance, all applicants and employees of the Company will have their immigration status checked through a system called “E-Verify.” If the findings on the E-Verify search are not accurate, please contact Human Resources and obtain copies of all documents related to your work status. Employees who are not authorized to work in the United States cannot be employed at the Company.

Responsibilities

The Estimator serves as a point of contact for estimating and customer quote activities, analyzing blueprints and specifications to prepare time, cost, and labor estimates for aerospace components. Responsibilities include evaluating engineering data, preparing estimates for management purposes, and making recommendations for process improvements.