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Belcan
Aerostructure Cost Engineer
Filton, Bristol
- Hours
- Full Time
- Posted
- 4 hours ago
- Salary
- £35 - Hour
- Recruiter
- Belcan
- Closes
- 09 Feb 2026
- Course
- No
- Recruiter Type
- Direct Employer
Description
Aerostructure Cost Engineer
Location: Filton (Hybrid - approx. 60% onsite)
Contract Type: Contract 9-10 months
Working Hours: 35 hours per week (flexible within 7am-7pm)
Security Clearance: BPSS+ required
IR35 Status: Inside of IR35
Pay Rate: £35.00 per hour (Umbrella) / £26.16 per hour (PAYE)
Duration: Until 31/10/2026 (likely extension)
About the Role
Our Client is seeking a skilled Aerostructure Cost Engineer to join their Cost Engineering team, supporting current and future aircraft programmes through Design-to-Cost initiatives. This role is pivotal in ensuring competitive costing targets and providing independent, data-driven insights for manufacturing and procurement decisions.
You will work on estimating Recurring (RC) and Non-Recurring Costs (NRC) for major programmes, including A220, Single Aisle, and A350, using advanced digital costing tools and models. The position involves close collaboration with engineering, manufacturing, and supplier teams to drive cost-effective solutions.
Key Responsibilities
Produce RC and NRC estimates for Design-to-Cost projects.
Support cost modelling for composite manufacturing processes.
Participate in Design-to-Cost workshops and provide recommendations.
Analyse work package estimates and identify cost-saving opportunities.
Lead cost engineering discussions with suppliers.
Ensure quality, reliability, and neutrality of costing procedures.
Skills & Experience Required
Degree in Engineering or related discipline (or equivalent experience).
Strong background in manufacturing and/or engineering.
Knowledge of composite, metallic, machined, and fabricated part processes.
Experience in Design-to-Cost methodology.
Excellent analytical and strategic thinking skills.
Strong communication and influencing abilities. xjnqpsq
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
Ad ID: 5417539131
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