Cost Estimator Associate

Quantech Services, Inc.; Massachusetts; On-site; USD 95,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A defense contracting firm in Massachusetts is seeking a Journeyman Cost Analyst to support DoD programs. This on-site role involves developing life cycle cost estimates, collaborating with analysts, and conducting comprehensive business analyses. Candidates must have a relevant degree with experience in cost estimating and a SECRET clearance. Strong analytical and communication skills are essential for success in this dynamic environment. This position offers a salary range of $95,000-$110,000 based on relevant experience.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in cost analysis, with 3 years in DoD.
• SECRET Clearance is required.
• Experience with DoD Program Office processes required.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with cost analysts and subject matter experts.
• Develop life cycle cost estimates for DoD programs.
• Analyze historical data and develop cost estimating relationships.
• Conduct business case analyses and trade studies.

Skills

Data analysis

Statistical modeling

Cost estimating

Problem-solving

Technical communication

Education

MA/MS with 5+ years in DoD

BA/BS with 8 years in DoD

Tools

ACEIT

JIRA

Microsoft TFS

Job description

Position Overview

Can you translate quantitative data into insight? If so we want you to join our growing Business Analytics team at Quantech Services, Inc.

Quantech has an immediate opening for a Journeyman Cost Analyst supporting the Electronic Systems (ES) PEO located at Hanscom AFB, MA.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with a team of Quantech cost analysts & subject matter experts on a variety of projects
• Develop life cycle cost estimates for DoD weapon system programs
• Analyze historical data and develop analogies and cost estimating relationships using regression analysis
• Understand technology trends and analyze impact on cost
• Analyze software program progress tracking tools (JIRA, Microsoft TFS, etc.) and develop metrics and insights for program managers
• Interview functional specialists in support of estimating methodology development
• Develop risk distributions for cost driver variables & cost estimating relationship equations
• Analyze program schedules and quantify schedule uncertainty
• Study, analyze, and develop metrics for complex modern software development programs
• Build complex spreadsheet-based program cost models used as decision analysis tools
• Apply statistics concepts to quantify the probability of success for program budget and schedule plans
• Conduct business case analyses, trade studies and economic analyses
• Assist program managers in development and execution of contract strategies and program plans

Candidate Strengths

• Proficient in analyzing datasets and developing statistical models, but also able to tackle problems by thinking outside of the box
• Technical fast learner with the ability to communicate with multiple functional teams to gather programmatic/technical data and translate it into cost impacts for the government
• Experienced problem solver, comfortable working in ambiguous environments with the ability to lead financial focused conversations with cross functional teams
• Approachable team player with the skillset to successfully work a variety of projects and take direction from multiple
• Experience/coursework using data science, machine learning, visualization and business intelligence tools a plus

Requirements

• MA/MS and 5+ Years with 3 in DoD OR BA/BS and 8 Years exp with 5 in DoD
• SECRET Clearance required
• Must have DoD Program Office experience
• Must be proficient in ACEIT and DoD Lifecycle Cost Estimating
• Possess the ability to work independently and apply the proper procedures and processes related to their assigned tasks.
• Possess strong communication skills and utilize those skills to build relationships with supported customers.
• Position is on-site 5 days a week

Salary Range: $95,000-$110,000 (salary based on years’ of relevant cost estimating experience)