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Technical Cost Analyst Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Senior Cost Analyst

UT · On-site

$76K - $97K/yr

The position requires a minimum of seven years of progressive technical cost analysis experience with Department of Defense / Department of War (DoD/DoW) programs. * Demonstrated experience with cost ...

The position requires a minimum of five years of technical cost analysis experience, including cost research, data collection, and cost estimating. * Demonstrated experience in use and analysis of ...

Cost Analyst

Alexandria, VA · On-site

$120K - $165K/yr

Overview Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc. (SPA) delivers high-impact, technical solutions to ... Lead/develop a variety of cost estimating products such as Lifecycle Cost Estimates (LCCE ...

Cost Analyst

Alexandria, VA · On-site

$120K - $165K/yr

Overview Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc. (SPA) delivers high-impact, technical solutions to ... Lead/develop a variety of cost estimating products such as Lifecycle Cost Estimates (LCCE ...

Cost Analyst

Sparta, WI · On-site

$45K - $54K/yr

Evaluate product, material, tooling, and production expenses using technical drawings, engineering ... Analyze cost trends and key influencing factors to recommend actions that improve competitiveness ...

Conduct assessments on program cost, technical, and schedule baselines, identify key cost and ... Analysis of Alternatives * Data collection and normalization * Perform cost improvement curve ...

Conduct an analysis of each CST COTS product for technical impact and price impact. * Follow Department of State 5 FAH-5 H-620 Benefit-Cost Analysis Process for this effort * Support budget ...

Leads development of cost plans and procedures to include studies consisting of comparative analyses of cost models for alternative systems including correlation between schedules, technical ...

Conduct assessments on program cost, technical, and schedule baselines, identify key cost and ... Analysis of Alternatives * Data collection and normalization * Perform cost improvement curve ...

Cost Analyst Location: Huntsville, AL ( Onsite) Duration : Full Time Pay : $79k/yr - 110k/yr on W2 ... Possess technical, analytical, and problem-solving skills as well as manage multiple projects ...

Conduct an analysis of each CST COTS product for technical impact and price impact. * Follow Department of State 5 FAH-5 H-620 Benefit-Cost Analysis Process for this effort * Support budget ...

Cost Analyst

Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD · On-site

$66K - $157K/yr

Leads development of cost plans and procedures to include studies consisting of comparative analyses of cost models for alternative systems including correlation between schedules, technical ...

Develop and/or evaluate program technical and programmatic baselines * Develop innovative ... Develop economic analyses, including but not limited to business case analyses, cost/benefit ...

Cost Analyst

Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD · On-site

$66K - $157K/yr

Leads development of cost plans and procedures to include studies consisting of comparative analyses of cost models for alternative systems including correlation between schedules, technical ...

Develop and/or evaluate program technical and programmatic baselines * Develop innovative ... Develop economic analyses, including but not limited to business case analyses, cost/benefit ...

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Senior Cost Analyst

UT • On-site

Tecolote Research
Business Management Consulting • 501 - 1,000 employees

$76K - $97K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 4 days ago


Job description

Overview
Tecolote is a trusted independent advisor providing consulting, analytics, and digital solutions to senior leadership and Federal government executives supporting the National Security mission. As an Analyst, you will be the go-to person for Program Managers in support of large scale DoD/DoW acquisition programs. We are looking for motivated teammates who thrive in fast paced, dynamic settings and can help our customers tackle some of their most pressing challenges. At Tecolote, we're committed to the success of our employees. We believe that a challenging environment and an enthusiastic culture, coupled with a comprehensive benefits package allow our employees to reach their full potential and attain their professional goals.
Responsibilities
  • Working as part of an integrated cost estimating team, the cost estimator will perform a wide variety of cost and economic analyses/estimating/engineering support directly interfacing with program offices and assisting the development and presentation of management level briefings.
  • Work may include parametric cost estimating, life cycle cost analysis, cost estimating relationships and model development, cost risk analysis, performance measurement (earned value), project forecasting and risk assessment, cost-benefit analysis, and software cost estimating.
  • 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.
  • Familiarity with DoD/DoW acquisition policies and Automated Cost Estimating Integrated Tools (ACEIT) suite is desirable.
  • Successful candidates must possess or be able to obtain a Secret security clearance.
  • Active TS security clearance preferred.
  • U.S. citizenship required.

Skills Required
  • We are seeking individuals with excellent quantitative and analytical skills for senior level cost estimator positions, with experience in cost analysis principles.
  • The position requires a minimum of seven years of progressive technical cost analysis experience with Department of Defense / Department of War (DoD/DoW) programs.
  • Demonstrated experience with cost research, data collection, and cost estimating of DoD/DoW weapon systems, as well as understanding of the programmatic and technical cost drivers of the weapon systems for both acquisition and operating & support phases of the life cycle.
  • Ability to analyze data and develop cost estimating methods and tools.
  • Demonstrated experience in use and analysis of Cost and Software Data Reports (CSDR) and Integrated Program Management Data and Analysis Reports (IPMDAR).
  • Ability to assess compliance with Earned Value Management (EVM) and schedule standards and best practices.
  • Ability to utilize EVMS for planning, controlling, and integrating project scope, schedule, and resources; able to produce EVM and schedule findings in accordance with contract requirements.
  • Excellent verbal communication, written, and quantitative analytical skills are required.
  • Proficient in the use of M/S office applications, i.e., M/S Project, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.
  • Must be able to work in a team environment and lead cost research project teams to successful conclusion.

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