Senior Cost Analyst

We are seeking highly motivated individuals with a strong work ethic to support Department of Defense (DoD) programs and projects. The position requires over 7 years of experience in cost analysis/cost estimating. Successful candidates will have excellent communication, quantitative, research, and analytical skills in addition to the following skills/experience.

Required Skills

24 semester hours of quantitative course work (mathematics, statistics, engineering, physics, chemistry, etc.) to include at least three hours of college level calculus Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, and PowerPoint) Demonstrated knowledge and experience using the Automated Cost Estimating Integrated Tool (ACEIT) suite to perform complex cost estimating and analysis tasks Knowledge of DoD “Develop, Deliver, and Sustain” processes, regulations, and best practices pertaining to DoD Acquisition Life cycle cost estimate development, risk/uncertainty analysis, and model documentation. Experience leading or contributing to the creation of a DoD program’s initial life cycle cost estimate a plus WBS development with MIL-STD-881 background Experience supporting ACAT 1D acquisition programs a plus Certification in the Cost Estimating career field by a recognized professional society or educational organization (i.e., Career field specific DAWIA level III / Advanced, ICEAA CCEA, etc.) preferred Active DoD Secret Clearance Salary Range: $90,000 - $150,000/year, DOE

Responsibilities

Conduct cost analyses and cost estimates for Life Cycle Cost Estimates, Program Office budgets, Contract Proposals, and other cost products as requested Provide analytical support for program controls and reporting, and financial execution and budgets Develop program Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) and support development of initial program Cost Analysis Requirements Description (CARD) and Acquisition Program Baseline (APB) documents as requested Coordinate, brief, document, and defend results with and across other organizations and contractors

Education

Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in math, engineering, business, or the sciences.

Requisition: 068-24-2