Cost Estimating Advanced Analyst (Level I)

Vali, Incorporated; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Vali Incorporated seeks a highly qualified candidate to support the Missile Defense Agency as an Advanced level I Cost Estimating Analyst.

You will perform cost estimating analyses for lifecycle cost estimates, models, and cost data reporting to support the MDA system development and integration.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mathematics, Engineering, Operations Research, Economics, Statistics, Business Analytics, or related field.
• 7 years' cost estimating experience with BS or 6 years with MS; math-focused degree required.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Independently develop, present, and defend mathematical cost estimates, cost estimating relationships, and cost models.
• Independently develop cost estimating relationships using applied mathematics, statistics, regression analysis, and data collection.
• Use Data Analytics to obtain and analyze essential cost data from contractors' reports for credible cost databases.
• Participate in BCA, AOA, and risk analysis to develop outputs using what-if, sensitivity analysis, and monte-carlo simulations.
• Review CARDS and ensure data and documentation compliance.
• Collect and manage cost data, technical baseline data, and cost research/analysis.

Skills

Cost estimating

Data analytics

Mathematical modeling

Monte Carlo simulations

What-if analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mathematics/Engineering/related field

Math-based master's degree or math minor

Tools

MS Office (Excel)

Cost estimating tools

Job description

Position Summary

Vali Incorporated seeks a highly qualified candidate to support the Missile Defense Agency (MDA) as an Advanced level I Cost Estimating Analyst. This position will perform Cost Estimating Analysis supporting the development, fielding, and integration of the MDA Missile Defense System. The Cost Estimating support includes development and maintenance of Life Cycle Cost Estimates and models for Defense Acquisition programs, analysis and reporting of cost data, and conducting excursions.

• Independently develop, present, and defend mathematical cost estimates, cost estimating relationships, and cost models.
• Independently develop cost estimating relationships using applied mathematics, probability, statistics, regression analysis, linear algebra, learning curves, and data collection.
• Independently use Data Analytics to obtain and analyze essential cost data from contractors' DD Form 1921s and Cost Performance Reports/Integrated Program Management Reports (CPR/IPMR) for the purpose of establishing a credible cost database.
• Participate in Business Case Analysis (BCA), Analysis of Alternatives (AOA), and risk analysis to develop multiple outputs using input variables by conducting what-if drills, sensitivity analysis, monte-carlo simulations, and other cost-related studies.
• Review Cost Analysis Requirements Documents (CARDS).
• Collect and manage cost data, technical baseline data, and cost research/analysis.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Independently develop, present, and defend mathematical cost estimates, cost estimating relationships, and cost models.
• Independently develop cost estimating relationships using applied mathematics, probability, statistics, regression analysis, linear algebra, learning curves, and data collection.
• Independently use Data Analytics to obtain and analyze essential cost data from contractors' DD Form 1921s and Cost Performance Reports/Integrated Program Management Reports (CPR/IPMR) for the purpose of establishing a credible cost database.
• Participate in Business Case Analysis (BCA), Analysis of Alternatives (AOA), and risk analysis to develop multiple outputs using input variables by conducting what-if drills, sensitivity analysis, monte-carlo simulations, and other cost-related studies.
• Review Cost Analysis Requirements Documents (CARDS).
• Collect and manage cost data, technical baseline data, and cost research/analysis.

Education And Experience Requirements

• Minimum Education: Bachelor's Degree in Mathematics, Engineering, Operations Research, Economics, Statistics, Business Analytics, or related field.
• Minimum Experience: 7 years' cost estimating experience with either a BS or 6 years' experience with a MS degree. Must have a "math" based master's degree, bachelor's degree or math minor.
• Demonstrated excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated exceptionally strong analytical skills and be detail oriented.
• Must possess or be eligible to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret clearance.

Desired Experience Requirements

• Must be a self-starter.
• Strong knowledge of MS Office with a focus on Excel.
• Membership and certification in International Cost Estimating and Analysis Association (ICEAA).

Vali, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.