Tecolote Research, Inc.

Senior Cost Analyst

Tecolote Research, Inc. • $90K — $150K *
Aerospace & Defense
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Minimum of 7 years of cost analysis/cost estimating experience.
  • Bachelor's degree in math, engineering, business, or the sciences required.
  • 24 semester hours of quantitative coursework including college-level calculus.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
  • Expertise in using Automated Cost Estimating Integrated Tool (ACEIT) for complex tasks.
  • Knowledge of DoD acquisition processes and MIL-STD-881 for WBS development.
  • Active DoD Secret Clearance required.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct detailed cost analyses and estimates for various DoD programs.
  • Provide analytical support for program controls, financial reporting, and budgeting.
  • Develop program Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) and related documentation.
  • Coordinate and defend analytical results across teams and contractors.
  • Support the development of cost analysis requirements and acquisition baseline documents.

Benefits

  • Support of Department of Defense (DoD) programs and projects.
  • Exposure to large-scale and complex systems budgeting and estimating.
  • Opportunity to work within a defense contracting framework.
  • Collaboration with various departments and contractors in the field.
Full Job Description
Overview

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.

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


Skills Required

  • 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


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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