Cost Analyst – Space Systems (TS/SCI w/ Poly)

KBR Careers; Chantilly (VA); On-site; USD 135,600 - 203,300; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Relocation benefits

Short-term incentives

Long-term incentives

Job summary

KBR Careers in Chantilly, VA is seeking a Mid Level Cost Analyst to support the National Security Solutions team. A TS/SCI with Poly clearance is required, and the role is on-site at our Virginia location.

Responsibilities include developing life-cycle cost estimates, applying advanced statistical techniques, and presenting results to senior leadership. Strong Excel and Monte Carlo skills are essential for success, with a focus on complex government acquisitions.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8–10 years’ experience with a bachelor’s degree in engineering, Physics, Operations Research, Cost Analysis, Mathematics, Statistics, Finance, Economics, Business Administration or related discipline
• Apply principles, theories and methods of cost estimation to complex Government acquisitions
• Develop cost estimating relationships through the application of advanced statistical analysis techniques
• Develop models/methods for space systems and their associated ground and launch systems across multiple space-related product lines
• Ability to collect and normalize data and design cost estimating methods and models
• Develop life-cycle cost estimates using a variety of methods (e.g. parametric, analogy, etc)
• Experience leading life-cycle cost estimates for major system acquisitions
• Ability to identify key cost and technical risk areas, and translate the risk areas into program cost impacts
• Proficient with the Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel
• Proficient with the application of Monte Carlo simulation techniques
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to present results to senior leadership
• Ability to work independently and lead detail-oriented tasks

Skills

Cost estimation

Data normalization

Excel

Monte Carlo simulation

Communication

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering/related field

Master's degree (desired)

Tools

Excel

Monte Carlo

Risk analysis software (e.g., @Risk, Crystal Ball)

SAS/SPSS

Job description

KBR Careers in Chantilly, VA is seeking a Mid Level Cost Analyst to support the National Security Solutions team. A TS/SCI with Poly clearance is required, and the role is on-site at our Virginia location.

Responsibilities include developing life-cycle cost estimates, applying advanced statistical techniques, and presenting results to senior leadership. Strong Excel and Monte Carlo skills are essential for success, with a focus on complex government acquisitions.