Estimator

At MIL, we make the complex simple; we bring together the brightest minds and subject matter experts to process precision parts that become components on space, aircraft, and defense systems. The reliability of what we do and how we do it, makes the difference in the lives of those who use these systems. What sets us apart? Our people and our relentless dedication to helping our customers. We are the special processor of choice for missions to the skies, Mars, and beyond. 

Our core values guide everything we do:

• Passionate – Team members are motivated to contribute, with enthusiasm, to the success of MIL and our customers.
• Collaborative – We foster a culture of mutual respect and diverse perspectives to overcome challenges together as one team.
• Can-Do – Approach every challenge with a positive attitude and determination to succeed.
• Own Results – We take responsibility for our actions and their outcomes to ensure MIL’s objectives are met.
• Quality Driven – We are committed to maintaining the highest standards of quality in everything we do by doing what’s best for our customers.

Position Overview: The Estimator will efficiently and accurately generate quotations for MIL’s existing and prospective customer base.

Essential Job Responsibilities:

• Provide part and process specific quotations by utilizing historical data, industry standard specifications, engineering drawings, part characteristics and quantities in conjunction with customer and contract flow down requirements.
• Compute job costs by analyzing time, labor, material, and equipment requirements.
• Ensure quotations satisfy engineering, process control and quality requirements, and assist in troubleshooting/consulting on deviations.
• Perform approval and process validation of which ensures MIL possesses applicable approvals and capabilities necessary to carry out required services.  
• Sequence and plan processes to be performed and determine an appropriate turnaround/delivery estimate. 
• Coordinate post-production cost analysis on key parts & programs to continuously improve effectiveness of historical data.
• Provide cross-functional support across inside sales and estimating as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings. 
• Develop and maintain a technically proficient understanding of MIL’s processing capabilities as well as our quality system, general procedures, and applicable industry standard specifications. 
• Prioritize and efficiently complete tasks with consistency and accuracy, often under pressure and/or short deadlines. 

Minimum Job Requirements:

• 3+ years’ experience in an estimating, process planning or engineering position, preferably in a manufacturing or industrial setting.
• College degree preferred. Must have a high school diploma or equivalent at a minimum.
• PC proficient with a comprehensive understanding of Microsoft Office applications. 
• Must be a detail-oriented, organized, self-starting individual with excellent communication and interpersonal skills. 
• This position requires access to ITAR-controlled information and materials. The successful candidate must meet all ITAR eligibility requirements, including being a U.S. person as defined by ITAR. 

Reports To: Estimators will report to the Customer Success Manager.

Hours: Standard office hours, some overtime will be required.

Full-Time MIL employee benefits include:

• Annual performance and compensation review, with eligibility for annual bonuses. 
• MIL Inc. 401(k) plan with employer matching and profit sharing. 
• Premium health insurance as well as supplemental vision and dental insurance plans.  
• Company paid and supplemental life insurance and AD&D. 
• Company paid holidays and personal paid time-off accrual. 

Please do not hesitate to ask for additional details on any of our benefits & policies.