Beagle Aircraft
Engineering Estimator
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Join Our Commercial Team
Beagle Aircraft is a leading aerospace manufacturer, producing precision-engineered components for some of the world's leading aerospace programmes. As we continue to invest in our people and future growth, we're looking for an experienced Estimating Engineer to join our Commercial team.
The Role
Reporting to the Commercial team, you'll play a key role in preparing accurate cost estimates and quotations for complex aerospace components and assemblies. Working closely with Engineering, Production, Procurement, and Key Account Managers, you'll help ensure competitive, commercially sound quotations that support business growth while maintaining profitability.
What We Offer
- Competitive salary
- 25 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays
- Company pension scheme
- Healthcare benefits
- Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
- Holiday Purchase Scheme
- Birthday leave
- Long service awards
- Free onsite parking
- Free tea & coffee
- Career development opportunities
- A collaborative and supportive working environment
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare accurate cost estimates and quotations for aerospace components, assemblies, and manufacturing projects.
- Analyse engineering drawings, specifications, and customer requirements to determine manufacturing methods and costs.
- Estimate labour hours, material requirements, tooling costs, and subcontract processes.
- Work closely with Engineering, Production, and Procurement to obtain manufacturing costs and lead times.
- Review Bills of Materials (BOMs), assemblies, and manufacturing routes to produce competitive quotations.
- Support bid and proposal submissions, ensuring quotations are completed accurately and on time.
- Work alongside Key Account Managers to develop pricing strategies that maximise profitability and customer value.
- Identify commercial risks, cost-saving opportunities, and manufacturing improvements.
- Maintain estimating databases, historical costing information, and pricing tools.
- Participate in customer discussions and support continuous improvement within the estimating process.
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About You
We're looking for someone who combines strong commercial awareness with a solid engineering background and enjoys working on technically challenging aerospace projects.
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You'll ideally have:
- Previous experience as an Estimating Engineer, Cost Engineer, or Manufacturing Engineer within aerospace, defence, automotive, or precision engineering.
- Experience reading and interpreting engineering drawings and technical specifications.
- A strong understanding of manufacturing processes, including machining, sheet metal, composites, or aerospace assembly.
- Knowledge of manufacturing cost estimation, labour calculations, and tooling requirements.
- Experience using Microsoft Excel and CAD software.
- Understanding of ERP/MRP systems such as SAP or Syspro would be advantageous.
- Knowledge of aerospace materials, treatments, and manufacturing processes, including CNC machining, composites, and surface finishes.
- Excellent analytical, organisational, and communication skills with a proactive approach to problem-solving.
If you're looking to join a growing aerospace manufacturer where you'll play a key role in securing new business and supporting exciting aerospace programmes, we'd love to hear from you.
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