JM Fabrication Company, LLC
Senior Manufacturing Engineer, Cost Estimation & Quoting
JM Fabrication Company, LLC, Arlington, Texas, United States, 76000
Senior Manufacturing Engineer, Cost Estimation and Quoting
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JM Fabrication , Arlington, Texas
Role Summary JM Fabrication is hiring a Senior Manufacturing Engineer with deep experience in manufacturing cost estimation and quoting for complex aerospace and defense components. This role is responsible for generating accurate, defensible estimates for CNC machined parts, sheet metal and fabricated components, weldments, mechanical and electro‑mechanical assemblies, and wire and cable harnesses.
Estimating, Cost Engineering, and Quoting
Develop detailed manufacturing cost estimates and quotes for:
CNC milling and CNC turning, including multi‑axis machining
Sheet metal fabrication, forming, bending, and rolling
Structural weldments and welded assemblies
Mechanical and electro‑mechanical assemblies
Wire and cable harnesses and cable assemblies
Create routings, BOM costing, labor standards, and cycle time estimation models
Perform should‑cost analysis, value engineering, and make‑vs‑buy analysis
Identify cost drivers, risk areas, and margin exposure during proposal development
Support proposal and customer RFQ response activities
Manufacturing Engineering Responsibilities
Interpret engineering drawings, GD&T, specifications, and customer flow‑downs
Apply DFM and DFA principles to improve manufacturability and cost
Define manufacturing sequences, tooling, fixturing, inspection points, and test requirements
Support first‑article inspection (FAI) planning and production launch
Partner with Quality to ensure AS9100, ITAR, and customer requirements are captured in estimates
Assemblies, Wire Harness, and Integration
Estimate labor and material for complex multi‑level assemblies
Understand kitting, staging, hardware integration, torque requirements, and final assembly labor
Estimate wire harness manufacturing including cut, strip, crimp, terminate, continuity testing, shielding, grounding, connectors, backshells, and strain relief
Tools, Systems, and Data
Use job‑based ERP, MRP, and MES systems for estimating and routing development
Experience with ProShop ERP, Epicor, JobBOSS, SAP, or Oracle strongly preferred
Utilize CAD viewers and technical documentation systems
Required Qualifications
5+ years of experience in manufacturing engineering with direct cost estimation and quoting responsibility
Proven experience estimating mixed‑process jobs across machining, fabrication, welding, assemblies, and wire harnesses
Strong understanding of CNC machining, fabrication, welding, and assembly processes
Experience in aerospace or defense manufacturing environments
Strong written documentation of assumptions, exclusions, and risks
Ability to challenge undefined or unrealistic customer requirements
Preferred Experience
Aerospace and defense proposal support
ITAR and DFARS‑regulated environments
Post‑job estimate vs actual analysis and continuous improvement
JM Fabrication is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law. Employment decisions are based on capability, performance, and integrity.
ITAR Compliance Disclosure
This position may involve access to technical data, hardware, software, or other items subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). Applicants must be a U.S. Person as defined by ITAR, meaning a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or an individual granted refugee or asylum status. Proof of status will be required as a condition of employment.
Seniority level
Mid‑Senior level
Employment type
Full‑time
Job function
Engineering and Information Technology
Industries
Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing
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JM Fabrication , Arlington, Texas
Role Summary JM Fabrication is hiring a Senior Manufacturing Engineer with deep experience in manufacturing cost estimation and quoting for complex aerospace and defense components. This role is responsible for generating accurate, defensible estimates for CNC machined parts, sheet metal and fabricated components, weldments, mechanical and electro‑mechanical assemblies, and wire and cable harnesses.
Estimating, Cost Engineering, and Quoting
Develop detailed manufacturing cost estimates and quotes for:
CNC milling and CNC turning, including multi‑axis machining
Sheet metal fabrication, forming, bending, and rolling
Structural weldments and welded assemblies
Mechanical and electro‑mechanical assemblies
Wire and cable harnesses and cable assemblies
Create routings, BOM costing, labor standards, and cycle time estimation models
Perform should‑cost analysis, value engineering, and make‑vs‑buy analysis
Identify cost drivers, risk areas, and margin exposure during proposal development
Support proposal and customer RFQ response activities
Manufacturing Engineering Responsibilities
Interpret engineering drawings, GD&T, specifications, and customer flow‑downs
Apply DFM and DFA principles to improve manufacturability and cost
Define manufacturing sequences, tooling, fixturing, inspection points, and test requirements
Support first‑article inspection (FAI) planning and production launch
Partner with Quality to ensure AS9100, ITAR, and customer requirements are captured in estimates
Assemblies, Wire Harness, and Integration
Estimate labor and material for complex multi‑level assemblies
Understand kitting, staging, hardware integration, torque requirements, and final assembly labor
Estimate wire harness manufacturing including cut, strip, crimp, terminate, continuity testing, shielding, grounding, connectors, backshells, and strain relief
Tools, Systems, and Data
Use job‑based ERP, MRP, and MES systems for estimating and routing development
Experience with ProShop ERP, Epicor, JobBOSS, SAP, or Oracle strongly preferred
Utilize CAD viewers and technical documentation systems
Required Qualifications
5+ years of experience in manufacturing engineering with direct cost estimation and quoting responsibility
Proven experience estimating mixed‑process jobs across machining, fabrication, welding, assemblies, and wire harnesses
Strong understanding of CNC machining, fabrication, welding, and assembly processes
Experience in aerospace or defense manufacturing environments
Strong written documentation of assumptions, exclusions, and risks
Ability to challenge undefined or unrealistic customer requirements
Preferred Experience
Aerospace and defense proposal support
ITAR and DFARS‑regulated environments
Post‑job estimate vs actual analysis and continuous improvement
JM Fabrication is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law. Employment decisions are based on capability, performance, and integrity.
ITAR Compliance Disclosure
This position may involve access to technical data, hardware, software, or other items subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). Applicants must be a U.S. Person as defined by ITAR, meaning a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or an individual granted refugee or asylum status. Proof of status will be required as a condition of employment.
Seniority level
Mid‑Senior level
Employment type
Full‑time
Job function
Engineering and Information Technology
Industries
Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing
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