Acquisition Cost Estimator l

Tecolote; Arlington, Northern (VA, KY); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Long-Term Disability

Travel Accident Insurance

Flexible Spending Account

Job summary

Tecolote is seeking a highly motivated Acquisition Cost Estimator Level 1 to join our on-site team. You will assist in cost analyses, perform parametric studies and help develop PLCCE for programs, enabling informed tradeoffs.

The role requires 1–4 years in cost estimating, strong MS Office skills, and the ability to work both independently and in a team. Competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits accompany this position.

Qualifications

• 1–4 years of life cycle cost estimating experience or related cost-estimating activities.
• Proficiency with modern computational tools and spreadsheets.
• Strong analytical, interpersonal and presentation skills.
• Proficiency with MS Office Suite and strong verbal and written communications.
• Ability to work autonomously and in a team.

Responsibilities

• Assist in cost-related analysis and assessments of products and services; perform parametric tradeoff studies and cost estimates.
• Assist in developing Program Life Cycle Cost Estimates (PLCCE) and tradeoff studies for programs.
• Assist in various cost assessment activities including BOE analysis, CAIV Analysis, Business Case Analysis, and Should Cost Analyses.

Skills

Cost estimation

BOE analysis

CAIV analysis

Trade studies

MS Office / Spreadsheets

Education

Bachelor's degree in math/engineering/business/sciences

Job description

We are seeking a highly motivated individual with excellent quantitative skills for an Acquisition Cost Estimator Level 1 position.

Responsibilities

• Assist in providing cost-related analysis and assessments of products and services; perform parametric tradeoff studies and assesses cost estimates.
• Assist in developing Program Life Cycle Cost Estimates (PLCCE) and perform concepts and technology tradeoff studies for programs and projects
• Assist in 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 1 - 4 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 : $60,000 - $80,000/Year depending on experience and qualifications

Education

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

Full-Time

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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

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

Voluntary

• 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.