OverviewOur Senior Cost Analyst will Develop strategic estimates, optimize acquisition strategies, and ensure technical and financial compliance for complex military systems projects. At all levels, our Cost Analyst will utilize their skills in cost estimating/analysis as well as in program management to support programs involved in development and procurement of space vehicles, ground segments, software suites, and integration infrastructure for various programs of the SBST PAE. The support and expertise you provide will directly impact the objectives of our national defense and security.
ResponsibilitiesKey Responsibilities:
- Support the Space Systems Command (SSC) SBST mission area, working alongside Program Control Support staff as specified by the Customer.
- Interface with Space Force project officers, external USG partners, and commercial vendors.
- Perform cost modeling and launch vehicle "quick reaction" scenario studies.
- Leverage subject matter expertise to address scenarios presented by SSC and USSF leadership-develop and maintain the requisite tools, databases, and systems required to maximize estimate accuracy/reliability while minimizing estimate development time.
- Provide input to specialized independent cost estimating products with a defined scope and end product on an as-needed basis.
- Teach junior analysts and program managers the cost analysis and estimation process, as well as the advanced mathematical concepts underlying them.
- Utilize modeling and estimation subject matter expertise to coordinate with external estimating organizations, including but not limited to the DAF/AFCAA and OSD/CAPE.
- Perform data analysis and performance visualization to safeguard government interests.
- Conduct rigorous evaluation and documentation for acquisition strategies.
- Create cost estimating relationships (CER) through advanced modeling and data analysis, utilizing commercial tools and supporting the Cost Analysis Data Operating Model (CADOM).
Skills RequiredRequired Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree (BA/BS) is required.
- Minimum 10 years of relevant experience.
- Experience in cost estimating, program management, contract negotiations, and technical reviews across military systems.
- Knowledge of DoD budgetary principles and procedures.
- Demonstrated knowledge of acquisition management regulations, practices, policies, and procedures, including major system acquisition lifecycle resource planning, Acquisition Program Baseline (APB) development, and PMPs.
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
- Skill to recognize when decisions or information should be referred to a higher authority.
Desired Qualifications
- Familiarity with CADOM and advanced commercial cost estimating software.
Core Competencies
- Cost Estimating & Modeling (CER)
- Acquisition Strategy Optimization
- Contract Negotiations
- Data Analysis & Visualization
Work Environment
- Will perform duties daily on-site in a customer SCIF.
- On-site operations supporting complex acquisition programs in an analytical and compliance-driven environment.
- Some domestic travel may be required.
Security Clearance
- Active DoD TS/SCI Security Clearance is required.
- U.S. citizenship is required.
Salary Range: $110,000 - $125,000/ year, DOE
EducationBachelor's degree required, preferably in math, engineering, business, or the sciences.
