Job description
About the role:
Seeking skilled and experienced manufacturing should cost modelers for an aerospace opportunity.
Duties:
- Build new should-cost models to estimate the cost of parts or assemblies
- Analyze supplier quotes and break them down into categories like raw material, machining, labor, etc.
- Compare supplier costs with internal estimates and industry benchmarks.
- Understand manufacturing processes such as casting, forging, injection molding, etc. to assess cost accurately.
- Work with cross functional teams like Engineering, Buyers, and production to compile all necessary information for cost models.
Requirements:
- Strong background in engineering (mechanical, industrial, or manufacturing)
- Proficient in tools like Excel, CAD, and preferably estimation software like aPriori, SEER, or TruePlanning
- Ability to read ASME drawings
- Knowledge of supply chain, materials, and manufacturing methods
Location: Hybrid, Fort Worth, TX, (fully remote possible but not preferred)
Full compensation package is based on candidate experience and certifications
Pay Ranges
$50—$60 USD
At Quest Defense Systems and Solutions, we don’t just build technology — we engineer the future. From next-generation aerospace solutions to cutting-edge defense systems, we tackle the toughest, mission-critical challenges that keep people safe and push the boundaries of innovation. This is where problem-solvers, innovators, and visionary thinkers come together to shape the future. With over 25 years of aerospace and defense engineering expertise, our commitment to delivering high-quality, transformative solutions sets us apart — not just as an industry leader, but as a driving force for impactful change. Together, we’re not just leading the industry — we’re revolutionizing it.
Quest Defense provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
