OverviewThis role is ideal for professionals with 3-6 years of applicable experience, or 2-3 years of direct experience in the Government or Aerospace industry. The successful candidate will apply advanced analytical and problem-solving skills to support large or technically complex projects and required to provide analytical and cost estimating support for NASA programs.
Responsibilities - Serve as an analyst on high-visibility, complex projects with minimal supervision from program management.
- Develop innovative approaches to address complex programmatic and cost-related issues.
- Perform cost-benefit and risk analysis studies.
- Provide estimates of the impact of change requests and significant program modifications.
- Analyze and interpret raw engineering and cost data to support detailed cost estimates.
- Prepare and maintain Work Breakdown Structures (WBS), charts, tables, graphs, and diagrams to assist in cost and technical analysis.
- Utilize computer-based analytical tools and techniques such as:
- Uni- and multi-variate statistical and regression analysis
- Learning curve analysis
- Parametric cost models and computer graphics
- Cost accounting principles (direct and indirect cost analysis)
- Development of escalation indices and cost estimating relationships (CERs)
- Operate statistical and quantitative risk assessment models as required.
- Collaborate closely with technical teams and stakeholders to support budget formulation and cost strategy.
- Present analysis results clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences.
Skills Required - Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, Mathematics, Economics, Operations Research, or a related field.
- 3-6 years of relevant experience, or 2-3 years of direct Government or Aerospace industry experience in cost estimating, cost engineering, operations research, or systems engineering.
- Experience developing cost estimates using parametric and statistical models.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and other Office applications (PowerPoint, Word).
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Ability to obtain a security clearance.
- U.S. citizenship is required.
Desired Qualifications:
- Experience supporting NASA or other government space programs.
- Familiarity with cost estimation tools such as ACEIT, SEER, PRICE TruePlanning, PCEC, NICM, or similar.
- Knowledge of Work Breakdown Structures (WBS) and cost estimating methodologies.
- Background in operations research, statistics, or quantitative risk analysis.
EducationBachelor's degree required, preferably in math, engineering, business, or the sciences.