Cost Analyst

Tecolote Research, Inc.; Arlington (VA); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Major medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) plan

Job summary

Tecolote Research, Inc. in Arlington, VA seeks a mid-level cost estimating analyst with 4–7 years of government acquisition experience to support CBP and DHS programs.

You will conduct cost research, develop estimates, and perform life cycle cost analyses using ACEIT, Crystal Ball, and @Risk. The role requires strong written and verbal communication, the ability to work independently or in teams, and the ability to present findings to senior decision-makers.

Qualifications

• 4–7 years of government acquisition experience and knowledge of Federal contract requirements
• Experience with cost modeling and cost analysis of weapon systems is preferred
• Bachelor’s degree in math, engineering, business, or sciences
• Ability to train others including lunch & learns and software demos

Responsibilities

• Perform cost and economic analyses
• Conduct cost research, data collection, parametric cost estimating, life cycle cost analysis
• Develop cost estimating relationships and model development
• Support DHS CBP acquisition programs budgeting and execution

Skills

Cost estimating

Federal contract requirements

Analytical skills

Communication skills

CCEA certification

DHS/CBP knowledge

Agile estimating

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

ACEIT

Crystal Ball

@Risk

Job description

We are seeking applicants with 4 to 7 years of experience possessing strong quantitative background with an emphasis in Department of Homeland Security (DHS) acquisition cost estimating analysis, familiarity with various cost analysis models and tools, strong analytical, interpersonal, and presentation skills. Seeking a highly motivated individual with a strong work ethic, ability to work autonomously or in a team environment, with excellent communication, quantitative, research and analytical skills to provide cost estimating/analysis and budget analysis and execution support for CBP acquisition programs. Microsoft Office proficiency (Excel, Word, and Power Point) and experience in cost modeling and cost analysis of weapon systems.

Responsibilities

• Individual will perform a variety of cost and economic analysis.
• 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 analysis, project forecasting and risk assessment, cost-benefit analysis, and software cost estimating.

Skills Required

• 4 to 7 years of government acquisition experience and knowledge of Federal contract requirements, cost estimating, and cost analysis
• Demonstrated expertise in complex information technologies, simulations, models, operations, and research tools. Demonstrated expertise in advising senior-level decision makers on significant issues related to cost
• Demonstrated knowledge of the IT software used throughout the government for cost and economic analysis such as Automated Cost Estimating Integrated Tool (ACEIT), Crystal Ball, @Risk, and other common cost analysis software
• Knowledge of DHS systems, software, and policy, particularly CBP cost estimating best practices and policy and budget policy and systems
• Experience developing and delivering training to include lunch and learns and software demos.
• Agile software estimating experience will be viewed favorably
• Demonstrated ability to work in a dynamic work environment and ability to coordinate and perform multiple assignments
• Possess analytical, assertive, creative, and effective problem solving skills
• Possess excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Possession of a Certified Cost Estimating and Analysis (CCEA) certification from the International Cost Estimating and Analysis Association (ICEAA) preferred
• Demonstrated capability to work independently to resolve complex issues
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DHS Suitability is required
• Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in math, engineering, business, or the sciences

Salary range: $85,000-$95,000 depending on experience and qualifications

Education

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

Full-Time

Mid-Level

Hybrid

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.