Hydraulic Cost Analyst

About RTC Aerospace:
RTC Aerospace integrates precision manufacturing facilities across the West Coast, each offering exceptional cellular manufacturing capabilities and unique engineered solutions tailored to our clients' designed products. We provide precision manufacturing solutions from raw materials to finished products that meet our clients' specifications.

Our Manufacturing team collaborates closely with various departments including:
Quality, Engineering, and Operations to deliver high-quality products.

The Cost Analyst will strategically oversee and coordinate the Estimating function with Quality, Materials, Engineering, Planning, Manufacturing, Financial, and Sales departments.

The Cost Analyst will possess the ability to evaluate blueprints, specifications, proposals, and other documentation to generate cost estimates for components, sub-assemblies, raw materials, labor, and external processing, contributing to the successful outcomes of the organization.

This is a Full-time position based onsite.
Preferred working hours are Monday – Friday 8am-4:30pm, with potential for alternative shifts.
Responsible for managing the cost feedback loop to ensure estimates are accurately compared to actual project costs, aiming for improved accuracy in future bids.
Utilizes drawings and specification information from customer requests for quotes to determine labor, material, and process hour and cost estimates for detailed components, assemblies, and tooling.
Coordinates with the Materials department for requests for quotes from external suppliers for parts, materials, hardware, standards, and surface processes.
Maintains historical databases for core competencies and typical products.
Prepares data for reports, presentations, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Develops, modifies, and maintains policies, processes, procedures, and performance metrics related to the Estimating function.
Adheres to all workplace safety guidelines, policies, and regulations established by the company, state, and federal authorities.
Familiarity with lean manufacturing principles, quality control, production and inventory management, and AS9100 standards is essential.
A Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Operations, or a related field (or equivalent experience) is required.
Proficiency in reading and interpreting blueprints and specifications, including software such as Catia and Enovia.
Knowledge of various customer RFQ document types and languages is advantageous.
Extensive understanding of diverse materials, hardware, and tooling, as well as machining, assembly, heat treatment testing, and related external processes.
Strong project management, time management, business, and financial skills are necessary.
Excellent communication and presentation abilities are required to engage with inter-departmental staff, including senior management.
Proficiency in Microsoft applications and MRP systems is expected.

Typing proficiency: 30 WPM

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Responsibilities include reaching forward, up, down, and to the side to move equipment, continuous standing and walking throughout the workday, using hands to manipulate, handle, or feel materials, and accessing, inputting, and retrieving information from a computer.

A significant portion of work time is spent in a machine shop where temperatures may vary.

Industry-standard safety equipment is provided by the Company, with specific notices posted in areas where safety equipment is required.

Employee Benefits:

Medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance, long-term disability, and a 401(k) plan with up to 6% QACA company match.

Some shifts may include differential pay rates.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), national origin, disability, protected Veteran Status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Affirmative Action and Disability Accommodation Applicants wishing to receive information on RTC's Affirmative Action Plans, or applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in the application and/or interview process, please contact the RTC Human Resources Department.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request an accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our career center as a result of your disability.

Candidates will receive consideration without discrimination in accordance with the requirements of article 9 to chapter XVIII of the City of Los Angeles Municipal Code, federal and state laws of California.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request an accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our career center as a result of your disability.

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