Aerostructure Cost Engineer
Location: Filton (60% onsite)
Duration: Until 31/10/2026 (with potential extension)
Working Hours: 35 hours/week (4.5 days between 7am-7pm, flexible within business
discretion)
Pay Rate: £35.00/hour Umbrella | £26.16/hour PAYE
Security Clearance: BPSS+ (to be completed by client security team)
IR35 Status: Off-payroll working rules apply
Start Date: ASAP (Subject to BPSS Clearance)
Interview Process: One-stage virtual interview
About the Role
Our Client is seeking a skilled Aerostructure Cost Engineer to join their Cost Engineering team supporting current and future aircraft programmes. This role plays a critical part in enabling cost-effective design decisions and supporting supplier negotiations through detailed cost modelling and analysis.
You will be responsible for producing both Recurring (RC) and Non-Recurring (NRC) cost estimates, primarily for the A220 programme, with potential involvement in Single Aisle and A350 projects. The role involves using digital costing tools, supporting composite manufacturing cost models, and participating in Design to Cost workshops.
Key Responsibilities
Generate RC and NRC estimates for Design to Cost projects
Use digital costing tools and ensure consistency with latest standards
Support cost modelling for composite manufacturing processes
Analyse work package estimates and identify cost-saving opportunities
Lead cost engineering discussions with suppliers
Participate in workshops and provide recommendations for cost-effective solutions
Ensure quality, reliability, and neutrality in costing procedures
Collaborate with Engineering and Manufacturing teams to assess cost impacts of design changes
Candidate Profile
Degree-qualified in Engineering or related discipline
Experience in manufacturing and/or engineering environments
Knowledge of composite, metallic, machined, and fabricated part manufacturing
Understanding of non-recurring costs in product industrialisation
Design to Cost experience and mindset
Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills
Effective communicator with ability to influence stakeholders
Adaptable to new tools and technologies
If you think this could be a new and exciting career opportunity for you and you would like to learn more or just for an initial, no-obligation conversation please contact me on (phone number removed) or you can apply directly by following the Easy Apply link and I will contact you as soon as I receive your contact details.
This vacancy is being advertised by Belcan