Tecolote Research, Inc.

Senior Cost Analyst / Cost Estimator (TS/SCI with Polygraph required)

Tecolote Research, Inc. • $130K — $160K *
Aerospace & Defense
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Minimum 10 years of relevant experience in cost modeling and economic analysis tools.
  • Experience in ground and space cost estimating preferred.
  • Proficient in parametric cost estimating and life cycle cost analysis.
  • Skilled in cost risk assessment and project forecasting.
  • US Citizenship and TS/SCI with Polygraph clearance required.

Responsibilities

  • Perform cost estimating and analysis as part of a cost estimating team.
  • Interface with program offices to support cost analysis needs.
  • Assist in strategy development and scheduling for programs.
  • Conduct market research and develop evaluation criteria.
  • Review pre-solicitation and RFP documentation.
  • Prepare cost estimates and key decision points for proposals.
  • Provide subject matter expertise during proposal evaluations.

Benefits

  • Opportunity to impact national defense and security objectives.
  • Hands-on experience with diverse DOD and Intelligence programs.
Full Job Description
Overview

At all levels, our Cost Analyst will utilize and enhance their skills in cost estimating and analysis by supporting programs related to the development and acquisition of space vehicles for various legacy programs of the DOD and Intelligence communities. The support and expertise you provide will directly impact the objectives of our national defense and security.

Responsibilities

  • As a part of an integrated cost estimating team, the Senior Cost Analyst / Cost Estimator will perform a variety of cost estimating and analysis support directly interfacing with program offices and assisting the development and presentation of management level briefings as needed.
  • Additional support includes, but is not limited to, the areas of strategy development, scheduling, market research, evaluation criteria development, pre-solicitation documentation review, RFP documentation, Independent Program Review documentation, cost estimates and key decision point's preparation, as well as trade studies and providing subject matter expertise during proposal evaluations.
  • Salary Range: $130,000 - $160,000/Year, DOE


Skills Required

We are seeking highly motivated individuals with excellent quantitative and analytical skills for senior level cost analyst positions.

  • Must have a minimum of ten years relevant experience designing, developing, building cost models and economic analysis tools
    • Experience in ground and space cost estimating is a major plus
  • Must have experience in parametric cost estimating, hardware and software cost estimating, life cycle cost analysis, cost estimating relationship (CER) development, ICEs, cost model development, cost risk assessment and analysis, cost-benefit analysis, and project forecasting
  • US Citizenship Required; TS/SCI with Polygraph Required


The ideal candidate will be organized, detail-oriented with a focus on customer service

  • Good communication skills, fluency in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint and SEER, ICEAA certification, a current TS/SCI clearance, and familiarity with Systems Engineering and Acquisition policies are key qualifiers


Education

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

About Tecolote Research, Inc.

Tecolote Research, Inc. is a private defense contractor that provides engineering and analysis services to the United States Department of Defense and other government agencies. The company was founded in 1973 and is headquartered in San Diego, California. Tecolote Research specializes in cost estimating, financial management, and program management services. The company has worked on a variety of defense projects, including the F-35 Joint Strike Fighter, the B-2 Spirit bomber, and the Trident missile system.
Learn more about Tecolote Research, Inc.
Size
1,200 employees
Industry
Net Income
$10 million
Founded
1973
5 Year Trend
+14%
Revenue
$150 million

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