Cost Analyst

The Tatitlek Corporation; Dahlgren (VA); On-site; USD 62,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

The Tatitlek Corporation is seeking a Cost Analyst to perform cost estimation and analysis in support of assigned programs. Candidates should have a B.A./B.S. in a relevant field and at least five years of cost estimation experience, with DoD Secret or higher security clearance or ability to obtain Secret clearance.

U.S. Citizenship required. Responsibilities include developing cost estimates for budgets, proposals, and contracts; applying data sources and methodologies; conducting risk

Qualifications

• B.A. or B.S. degree in mathematics, business, economics, science, engineering, or related field.
• Five years of cost estimation and analysis experience.
• Knowledge of cost estimating data sources, tools, methodologies, and risk analysis.

Responsibilities

• Develop and analyze cost estimates in support of program budgets, proposals, and contract requirements.
• Utilize cost estimating data sources, tools, and methodologies to support program decision-making.
• Perform risk analysis related to program cost estimates.
• Prepare cost analysis reports, briefings, and supporting documentation.
• Coordinate with program management, engineering, and finance to gather cost data and validate assumptions.
• Track and analyze actual costs against estimates and approved budgets.
• Support development of Basis of Estimates (BOEs) and other cost documentation.
• Identify cost trends, risks, and opportunities for efficiency.

Skills

Cost estimation

Risk analysis

Budget development

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in mathematics, business, economics, science, engineering, or related field

Job description

Overview

Job specifications are intended to present a descriptive list of the range of duties performed by employees. Specifications are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job.

SUMMARY

The Cost Analyst performs cost estimation and analysis in support of assigned programs, developing and analyzing cost estimates, performing risk analysis, and preparing cost analysis reports, briefings, and supporting documentation. This role prefers a B.A. or B.S. degree from an accredited university in mathematics, business, economics, science, engineering, or other cost estimating related field, along with five (5) years of experience in cost estimation and analysis, including broad knowledge of cost estimating data sources, tools, methodologies, and risk analysis. This position requires a DoD Secret or higher security clearance, or the ability to obtain and maintain a Secret clearance; U.S. Citizenship is required.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop and analyze cost estimates in support of program budgets, proposals, and contract requirements.
• Utilize cost estimating data sources, tools, and methodologies to support program decision-making.
• Perform risk analysis related to program cost estimates.
• Prepare cost analysis reports, briefings, and supporting documentation.
• Coordinate with program management, engineering, and finance staff to gather cost data and validate assumptions.
• Track and analyze actual costs against estimates and approved budgets.
• Support development of Basis of Estimates (BOEs) and other cost documentation.
• Identify cost trends, risks, and opportunities for efficiency.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

EXPERIENCE, EDUCATION, AND LICENSURE

• B.A. or B.S. degree from an accredited university in mathematics, business, economics, science, engineering, or other cost estimating related field is preferred.
• Five (5) years of experience in cost estimation and analysis to include broad knowledge of cost estimating data sources, tools, methodologies, and risk analysis.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the following essential functions.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

None.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Work is typically performed in an office setting.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

May require lifting up to 25 pounds.

WORK AUTHORIZATION/SECURITY CLEARANCE

DoD Secret or higher security clearance, or the ability to obtain and maintain a Secret clearance. U.S. Citizenship is required.

ADDITIONAL QUALIFYING FACTORS

As a condition of employment, must pass a pre-employment drug screening, as well as have acceptable reference and background check results.

As an equal opportunity employer, The Tatitlek Corporation recognizes that our strength lies in our people. Discrimination and all unlawful harassment, including sexual harassment, in employment is not tolerated. We encourage success based on our individual merits and abilities without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, marital status, citizenship status, military status, protected veteran status or employment. We support and obey laws that prohibit discrimination everywhere we do business.

BENEFITS

For more information please visit https://careers-tatitlek.icims.com/

Salary

$45+/hourly