Cost Analyst, SSC/FMC

Space Systems Command; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 104,000 - 161,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Telework eligible

Job summary

Space Systems Command in El Segundo, CA seeks a Cost Analyst to lead cost estimation and modeling efforts for SSC/FMC (NH-1515-03, GS-12/13 Equivalent). The role requires a highly cleared, quantitatively skilled professional to guide acquisitions under tight budgets and security guidelines.

Ideal candidate has expertise in strategic planning, data collection and analysis, and developing cost methodologies with statistical validation.

Qualifications

• Highly cleared, quantitatively skilled professional capable of leading cost estimation and modeling efforts under strict national security guidelines.
• Capabilities in strategic planning, cost analysis, and operations research for defense weapon systems.
• Experience collecting and analyzing data, developing cost methodologies and cross-checks using statistical analysis.
• Skilled at building predictive models, running simulations, and utilizing data collection techniques to guide acquisitions under constrained budgets.
• Ability to apply qualitative techniques and develop cost models to solve problems and inform management decisions.

Responsibilities

• Lead cost estimation and modeling efforts under strict national security guidelines.
• Perform strategic planning, cost analysis, and operations research for defense weapon systems.
• Collect and analyze data; develop cost methodologies and cross-checks using statistical analysis.
• Build predictive models, run simulations, and use data collection techniques to guide acquisitions within budget constraints.
• Communicate results effectively, defend findings and cost methods to stakeholders.

Skills

Cost estimation

Cost modeling

Statistical analysis

Data collection

Data analysis

Model development

Job description

Key Responsibilities

The United States Space Force (USSF) Los Angeles AFB, El Segundo, CA is searching for a Cost Analyst to support SSC/FMC (NH-1515-03, GS-12/13 Equivalent). Description: This position requires a highly cleared, quantitatively skilled professional capable of leading cost estimation and modeling efforts under strict national security guidelines.

The candidate must possess capabilities in strategic planning, cost analysis, and operations research, specifically for defense weapon systems. Finally, candidates must have experience in collecting and analyzing data, developing cost methodologies and cross checks using statistical analysis. They must be skilled in building predictive models, running simulations, and utilizing advanced data collection techniques to guide acquisitions under constrained budgets.

Ideal Candidate: Ability to perform a broad range of cost research/analyses in support of SYDs/PAEs by developing methodologies for evaluating cost effectiveness of advanced weapon systems. Possess analytical and mathematical abilities. Collect and analyze raw data. Defend findings/cost methods/analysis. Statistical analysis.

Ability to apply qualitative techniques and develop, adapt, modify, and apply cost models to solve problems, or define and clarify alternative solutions for management. Ability to effectively communicate results. Key Skills and Abilities: 1. Knowledge of a broad range of operations research analysis techniques and possession of analytical abilities. 2.

Knowledge of quantitative techniques and methods used to develop, adapt, modify and apply models to resolve problems or define and clarify alternative solutions. 3. Skill to negotiate and/or defend findings and program support concepts. 4. Ability to lead study teams and originate new ideas, projects, and methodologies; and execute projects and/or studies within established financial and/or time constraints. 5.

Ability to develop and utilize appropriate data collection techniques, and design, build, and use models and simulation techniques. 6. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; negotiate complex issues; and maintain good working relations.

Which agency is hiring for this position?

This position is with Space Systems Command, Department of the Air Force.

What is the salary for this position?

The posted pay range is $104349 – $161313/yr.

Is this position remote or telework eligible?

This position is eligible for telework.

What security clearance is required?

This position requires a Top Secret security clearance.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-10-29.

Who is eligible to apply?

This position is open under the 'Public' hiring path.