Cost Estimating: Proven experience in planning, developing, and documenting a defendable Life Cycle Cost Estimate (LCCE) as an Independent Cost Estimate (ICE), Component Cost Analysis (CCA), or ...
Cost Estimating: Proven experience in planning, developing, and documenting a defendable Life Cycle Cost Estimate (LCCE) as an Independent Cost Estimate (ICE), Component Cost Analysis (CCA), or ...
Cost Analyst with Secret Clearance
Arlington, VA · On-site
$70K - $90K/yr
Work may include cost research, data collection, parametric cost estimating, cost and schedule estimating, life cycle cost analysis, cost estimating relationship and model development, cost risk ...
Cost Analyst with Secret Clearance
Arlington, VA · On-site
$70K - $90K/yr
Work may include cost research, data collection, parametric cost estimating, cost and schedule estimating, life cycle cost analysis, cost estimating relationship and model development, cost risk ...
Journeyman Cost Estimator/Analyst
Arlington, VA · On-site
$70K - $85K/yr
Major weapon systems procurement, operations, and support cost estimating * Statistical analysis * Cost risk and uncertainty modeling * Budget formulation * Affordability analyses * Cost benefit ...
Journeyman Cost Estimator/Analyst
Arlington, VA · On-site
$70K - $85K/yr
Major weapon systems procurement, operations, and support cost estimating * Statistical analysis * Cost risk and uncertainty modeling * Budget formulation * Affordability analyses * Cost benefit ...
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Estimating Manager
Livermore, CA · On-site
$125K - $144K/yr
Analyze and build estimate data that impact the cost of labor, materials, equipment, location, and other factors to ensure a quality and timely estimate. * Analyze alternative means and construction ...
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Estimating Manager
Livermore, CA · On-site
$125K - $144K/yr
Analyze and build estimate data that impact the cost of labor, materials, equipment, location, and other factors to ensure a quality and timely estimate. * Analyze alternative means and construction ...
Manager, Estimating
Livermore, CA · On-site
Analyze and build estimate data that impact the cost of labor, materials, equipment, location, and other factors to ensure a quality and timely estimate. * Analyze alternative means and construction ...
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Manager, Estimating
Livermore, CA · On-site
Analyze and build estimate data that impact the cost of labor, materials, equipment, location, and other factors to ensure a quality and timely estimate. * Analyze alternative means and construction ...
Cost Analyst
Arlington, VA · On-site
$85K - $95K/yr
Work may include cost research, data collection, parametric cost estimating, cost and schedule estimating, life cycle cost analysis, cost estimating relationship and model development, cost risk ...
Cost Analyst
Arlington, VA · On-site
$85K - $95K/yr
Work may include cost research, data collection, parametric cost estimating, cost and schedule estimating, life cycle cost analysis, cost estimating relationship and model development, cost risk ...
Cost Analyst
Arlington, VA · On-site
$85K - $95K/yr
Work may include cost research, data collection, parametric cost estimating, cost and schedule estimating, life cycle cost analysis, cost estimating relationship and model development, cost risk ...
Cost Analyst
Arlington, VA · On-site
$85K - $95K/yr
Work may include cost research, data collection, parametric cost estimating, cost and schedule estimating, life cycle cost analysis, cost estimating relationship and model development, cost risk ...
Cost Analyst
Arlington, VA · On-site
$85K - $95K/yr
Work may include cost research, data collection, parametric cost estimating, cost and schedule estimating, life cycle cost analysis, cost estimating relationship and model development, cost risk ...
Cost Analyst
Arlington, VA · On-site
$85K - $95K/yr
Work may include cost research, data collection, parametric cost estimating, cost and schedule estimating, life cycle cost analysis, cost estimating relationship and model development, cost risk ...
Cost Analyst with Secret Clearance with Security Clearance
Arlington, VA · On-site
$70K - $90K/yr
Work may include cost research, data collection, parametric cost estimating, cost and schedule estimating, life cycle cost analysis, cost estimating relationship and model development, cost risk ...
Cost Analyst with Secret Clearance with Security Clearance
Arlington, VA · On-site
$70K - $90K/yr
Work may include cost research, data collection, parametric cost estimating, cost and schedule estimating, life cycle cost analysis, cost estimating relationship and model development, cost risk ...
Conducting cost analyses and cost estimating in support of Life Cycle Cost Estimates, Analyses of Alternatives (AoA), Business Case Analyses (BCAs), and trade studies * Developing cost models and ...
Conducting cost analyses and cost estimating in support of Life Cycle Cost Estimates, Analyses of Alternatives (AoA), Business Case Analyses (BCAs), and trade studies * Developing cost models and ...
Journeyman Cost Estimator / Analyst | Aerospace & Defense Operation & Support (O&S) Legacy Cost M...
Washington, DC · Hybrid
Provide Aerospace & Defense Cost Analysis | Operation & Support (O&S) Cost Estimating & Model Execution | Legacy Sustainment Cost Support RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES - Journeyman Cost Estimator ...
Journeyman Cost Estimator / Analyst | Aerospace & Defense Operation & Support (O&S) Legacy Cost M...
Washington, DC · Hybrid
Provide Aerospace & Defense Cost Analysis | Operation & Support (O&S) Cost Estimating & Model Execution | Legacy Sustainment Cost Support RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES - Journeyman Cost Estimator ...
Senior Cost Estimator/Analyst-TS/SCI & Poly
Annapolis Junction, MD · On-site +1
$91K - $116K/yr
TS/SCI with Polygraph WHAT YOU'LL DO SIXGEN is actively seeking candidates to provide expert cost estimating and analytical support for Department of Defense (DoD) and Intelligence Community (IC ...
Senior Cost Estimator/Analyst-TS/SCI & Poly
Annapolis Junction, MD · On-site +1
$91K - $116K/yr
TS/SCI with Polygraph WHAT YOU'LL DO SIXGEN is actively seeking candidates to provide expert cost estimating and analytical support for Department of Defense (DoD) and Intelligence Community (IC ...
Senior Cost Analyst
San Diego, CA · On-site
$75K - $135K/yr
Conducting cost analysis and cost estimating in support of Life Cycle Cost Estimates, Analysis of Alternatives (AoA), Business Case Analysis (BCAs), and trade studies * Developing cost models and ...
Senior Cost Analyst
San Diego, CA · On-site
$75K - $135K/yr
Conducting cost analysis and cost estimating in support of Life Cycle Cost Estimates, Analysis of Alternatives (AoA), Business Case Analysis (BCAs), and trade studies * Developing cost models and ...
Senior Cost Analyst
Arlington, VA · On-site
$90K - $120K/yr
Work may include cost research, data collection, parametric cost estimating, cost and schedule estimating, life cycle cost analysis, cost estimating relationship and model development, cost risk ...
Senior Cost Analyst
Arlington, VA · On-site
$90K - $120K/yr
Work may include cost research, data collection, parametric cost estimating, cost and schedule estimating, life cycle cost analysis, cost estimating relationship and model development, cost risk ...
Journeyman Cost Estimator\/Analyst with Security Clearance
Arlington, VA · On-site
$70K - $85K/yr
Major weapon systems procurement, operations, and support cost estimating * Statistical analysis * Cost risk and uncertainty modeling * Budget formulation * Affordability analyses * Cost benefit ...
Journeyman Cost Estimator\/Analyst with Security Clearance
Arlington, VA · On-site
$70K - $85K/yr
Major weapon systems procurement, operations, and support cost estimating * Statistical analysis * Cost risk and uncertainty modeling * Budget formulation * Affordability analyses * Cost benefit ...
Senior Cost Analyst
Arlington, VA · On-site
$90K - $120K/yr
Work may include cost research, data collection, parametric cost estimating, cost and schedule estimating, life cycle cost analysis, cost estimating relationship and model development, cost risk ...
Senior Cost Analyst
Arlington, VA · On-site
$90K - $120K/yr
Work may include cost research, data collection, parametric cost estimating, cost and schedule estimating, life cycle cost analysis, cost estimating relationship and model development, cost risk ...
Senior Cost Analyst
Arlington, VA · On-site
$90K - $120K/yr
Work may include cost research, data collection, parametric cost estimating, cost and schedule estimating, life cycle cost analysis, cost estimating relationship and model development, cost risk ...
Senior Cost Analyst
Arlington, VA · On-site
$90K - $120K/yr
Work may include cost research, data collection, parametric cost estimating, cost and schedule estimating, life cycle cost analysis, cost estimating relationship and model development, cost risk ...
Senior Cost Estimator/Analyst-TS/SCI & Poly
Annapolis, MD · On-site
$82K - $104K/yr
TS/SCI with Polygraph WHAT YOU'LL DO SIXGEN is actively seeking candidates to provide expert cost estimating and analytical support for Department of Defense (DoD) and Intelligence Community (IC ...
Senior Cost Estimator/Analyst-TS/SCI & Poly
Annapolis, MD · On-site
$82K - $104K/yr
TS/SCI with Polygraph WHAT YOU'LL DO SIXGEN is actively seeking candidates to provide expert cost estimating and analytical support for Department of Defense (DoD) and Intelligence Community (IC ...
Senior Cost Estimator / Analyst / SME | Aerospace & Defense Operation & Support (O&S) Legacy Cost...
Washington, DC · Hybrid
$94K - $120K/yr
We seek Senior Cost Estimator / Analyst / SME | Aerospace & Defense Operation & Support (O&S ... Acts as senior technical authority for O&S cost estimating; leads development of legacy O&S ...
Senior Cost Estimator / Analyst / SME | Aerospace & Defense Operation & Support (O&S) Legacy Cost...
Washington, DC · Hybrid
$94K - $120K/yr
We seek Senior Cost Estimator / Analyst / SME | Aerospace & Defense Operation & Support (O&S ... Acts as senior technical authority for O&S cost estimating; leads development of legacy O&S ...
Senior Cost Analyst
Arlington, VA · On-site
$90K - $120K/yr
Work may include cost research, data collection, parametric cost estimating, cost and schedule estimating, life cycle cost analysis, cost estimating relationship and model development, cost risk ...
Senior Cost Analyst
Arlington, VA · On-site
$90K - $120K/yr
Work may include cost research, data collection, parametric cost estimating, cost and schedule estimating, life cycle cost analysis, cost estimating relationship and model development, cost risk ...
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Cost Estimator / Cost Analyst with Security Clearance
Fort George G Meade, MD • On-site
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Job description
Join Chesapeake Consultants as a Cost Estimator/Analyst, supporting our Cost Estimating and Analysis Office. In this critical role, you will provide data-driven insights to inform decision-making for Department of Defense (DoD) and Intelligence Community (IC) programs. Your expertise will shape cost estimates, risk assessments, and financial strategies for mission-critical initiatives. Key Responsibilities
Analyze business and financial data using modeling, mathematics, economics, statistical analysis, and engineering methods to support decision-making.
Collect, organize, normalize, analyze, and document cost, technical, and programmatic data.
Develop and apply analytic processes to define problems, create models/tools, test hypotheses, and deliver actionable solutions to decision-makers.
Support financial management through life cycle cost estimates, analysis of alternatives, business case analyses, risk research, and schedule realism assessments.
Contribute to project teams, advising on cost analysis processes and developing cost estimating relationships and factors.
Prepare and present briefings and informational sessions on cost-related activities. Qualifications Experience: Minimum of five (5) years of DoD and/or IC acquisition cost analysis/estimating experience (excluding EVM, cost performance report analysis, or cost proposal preparation). At least three (3) years must involve C4I or business major automated information systems. Leadership: Demonstrated leadership in managing or directing cost estimates and research projects. Cost Estimating: Proven experience in planning, developing, and documenting a defendable Life Cycle Cost Estimate (LCCE) as an Independent Cost Estimate (ICE), Component Cost Analysis (CCA), or Program Office Estimate (POE) within DoD or IC. Must have presented and defended estimates to Program Offices or Program Executive Offices. Documentation: Experience with Cost Analysis Requirements Description (CARD) or Intelligence Capability Baseline Description (ICBD) development and analysis. Education: BS/BA in Engineering, Operations Research, Cost Estimating, Mathematics, Finance, Economics, or Business Administration, including 18 semester hours in quantitative analysis courses. Certification: International Cost Estimating and Analysis Association (ICEAA) certification is highly desired. Why Chesapeake Consultants?
As a veteran-owned company, we pride ourselves on fostering a collaborative, mission-focused environment. Our team is dedicated to delivering excellence while supporting the professional growth of our employees. We offer competitive benefits, including health, dental, vision, and retirement plans, along with opportunities to work on impactful DoD and IC projects.