Acquisition Cost Estimator II

Tecolote Research, Inc.; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Major Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Group Life Insurance

Accidental Death and Dismemberment

Travel Accident Insurance

Long-Term Disability

Short-Term Disability

Supplemental Life Insurance

Flexible Spending Account

Job summary

Tecolote Research, Inc. is seeking a motivated Acquisition Cost Estimator Level II with strong quantitative skills in Arlington, VA area. The role focuses on cost analysis, PLCCE development, and extensive cost assessment activities to support programs and projects.

Requirements include 4–7 years in life cycle cost estimating, proficiency with cost tools and MS Office, and the ability to work independently or in a team. Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• 4–7 years of experience in life cycle cost estimating.
• Proficiency with modern computational tools and spreadsheets to conduct cost assessments.
• Strong analytical, interpersonal and presentation skills.
• Proficiency with MS Office Suite, and have strong verbal and written communications skills.
• Must be able to work autonomously as well as within a team/collaborative environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide cost-related analysis and assessments of products and services; perform parametric tradeoff studies and assesses cost estimates.
• Develop Program Life Cycle Cost Estimates (PLCCE) and perform concepts and technology tradeoff studies for programs and projects
• Perform various cost assessment activities, including BOE analysis, CAIV Analysis, Business Case Analysis, multi-year procurement and POE analysis, Should Cost Analysis, and Cost-Risk Analysis

Skills

Life cycle cost estimating

BOE analysis

CAIV analysis

Should Cost Analysis

Cost estimation tools

MS Office

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

We are seeking a highly motivated individual with excellent quantitative skills for an Acquisition Cost Estimator Level II analyst.

Responsibilities

• Provide cost-related analysis and assessments of products and services; perform parametric tradeoff studies and assesses cost estimates.
• Develop Program Life Cycle Cost Estimates (PLCCE) and perform concepts and technology tradeoff studies for programs and projects
• Perform various cost assessment activities, including BOE analysis, CAIV Analysis, Business Case Analysis, multi-year procurement and POE analysis, Should Cost Analysis, and Cost-Risk Analysis

Skills Required

• Between 4 - 7 years of experience in life cycle cost estimating and other cost estimating activities such as basis of estimate (BOE) analysis, CAIV analysis, cost performance trade off analysis, and Should Cost Analysis
• Proficiency with using modern computational tools and spreadsheets to conduct cost assessments
• Strong analytical, interpersonal and presentation skills
• Proficiency with MS Office Suite, and have strong verbal and written communications skills
• Must be able to work autonomously as well as within a team/collaborative environment

Salary range : $80,000 - $110,000/Year depending on experience and qualifications

Education

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

Full-Time

Security Clearance

Mid-Level

On-site

We offer competitive salaries commensurate with education and experience. We have an excellent benefits package that includes:

Health & Welfare

Company Paid

• Major Medical Insurance for employees and family members
• Dental Insurance for employees and family members
• Vision Insurance for employees (employee-paid for family members)
• Group Life Insurance
• Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance
• Travel Accident Insurance
• Long-Term Disability

• Short-Term Disability
• Supplemental Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (pre-tax deferrals for health care expenses)

Retirement

• Money Purchase Pension Plan - 100% Company funded defined contribution retirement plan. One-year entry waiting period and 5-year vesting. Core Funds available and a self-directed brokerage account option.
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan - 100% Company funded discretionary contribution. 100% vested after one-year entry waiting period.

Time Off

Tecolote’s generous paid time off benefits give employees the flexibility they need to relax, recharge and take care of the unexpected.