Cost Analyst – Mid to Senior Level

Tecolote Research, Inc.; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Major Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Group Life Insurance

AD&D Insurance

Travel Accident Insurance

Long-Term Disability

Short-Term Disability (Voluntary)

Job summary

Tecolote Research, Inc. is seeking a Cost Estimator/Analyst for our Huntsville, AL team. The role focuses on solving complex cost problems, conducting analyses, and presenting findings to management.

A strong background in DoD-style cost estimating and data analytics is essential. The position requires at least five years of cost estimating experience, a Bachelor’s degree, and the ability to work both independently and within a team.

Qualifications

• Minimum five years of cost estimating experience including learning curves, inflation and DoD estimation practices.
• Ability to gather and analyze technical, programmatic, schedule, labor and cost data to support varied estimates.
• Proficiency in mathematical modeling and applying quantitative methods for decision support.
• Experience identifying and quantifying cost factors such as production time, materials and labor.
• Ability to use software to prepare IGCEs and cost reports.
• Excellent verbal and written communication and strong numerical analysis skills.
• Proficient with MS Office applications (Word, PowerPoint, Excel).
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform a wide variety of cost and economic analyses and support management-level briefings.
• Interface with program offices and assist in development and presentation of briefings.
• Conduct parametric cost estimating, life-cycle cost analysis, and cost-risk analysis.
• Support strategy development, scheduling, market research, and evaluation criteria.
• Prepare cost estimates and budgets for DoD programs and commercial projects.

Skills

Cost estimation

Data analysis

Mathematical modeling

Analytical thinking

Verbal communication

Written communication

Team collaboration

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

MS Office

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

We're looking for talented individuals to join our Huntsville, Alabama team who can translate their problem-solving acumen, mathematical forecasting skills, and data analytic background into well-structured cost analyses. At Tecolote Research we offer first class benefits, a competitive salary, collaborative and innovative work environments, along with opportunities for growth and development. Plus, you'll be part of a team that's passionate about "Supporting our nation’s most critical programs".

Responsibilities

• The Cost Estimator/Analyst will perform a wide variety of cost and economic analyses and assisting the development and presentation of management level briefings as needed.
• Working as part of an integrated cost analyst team, the cost analyst 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 as needed.
• 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, and trade studies.
• Experience preparing cost estimates and budgets for major Department of Defense (DoD) programs and commercial off the shelf programs is highly desirable.

Skills Required

• The position requires a minimum of five years of with cost estimating such as learning curves, inflation, regression, Operations & Support estimating, statistics, cost estimating principles/ DoD acquisition policies and have a working knowledge of the DoD acquisition and project management process.
• Must have the ability to gather and analyze technical, programmatic, schedule, labor and cost data to support the development of various types of cost estimates.
• Must have the ability to perform detailed and complex calculations, formulate and apply mathematical modeling and other optimizing methods to develop and interpret information that assists management with decision making, policy formulation and other managerial functions.
• Must be able to identify and quantify cost factors, such as production time, materials and labor expenses.
• Ability to use computer software to calculate estimates and develop IGCEs and other cost related data reports.
• Excellent verbal communication, written, and quantitative analytical skills are required.
• Proficient in the use of M/S office applications, i.e., Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.
• Must be able to work independently and in a team environment.

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

• 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.