Cost Estimator Associate with Security Clearance

Quantech Services Inc.; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 115,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Quantech Services Inc. is seeking a cost analyst to collaborate with a team of subject matter experts on DoD programs. You will develop life cycle cost estimates, analyze data, and build models used for decision analysis.

A strong background in statistics and cross-functional communication is essential to translate data into cost impacts for government programs. Experience with JIRA or similar tools, together with an ability to work on-site in Colorado Springs, will enable effective integration

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in a relevant field.
• Strong ability to analyze datasets and develop cost models.
• Experience with data science, statistics, or analytics is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop life cycle cost estimates for DoD weapon system programs.
• Analyze historical data and develop regression-based cost estimating relationships.
• Study schedules and quantify schedule uncertainty to inform budgets.

Skills

Cost analysis

Statistical modeling

Data analysis

Regression analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication

Education

BA/BS in relevant field

MA/MS in a relevant field

Tools

JIRA

Microsoft TFS

Excel

Job description

Job Description

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

Job Requirements

• -Cost analysis experience or relevant experience in quantitative analysis positions (economic analysis, analytics, statistics, regression)
• -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 sources at once
• -Experience/coursework using data science, machine learning, visualization and business intelligence tools a plus
• -Experience with Agile Software Development and/or Software Acquisition Pathway (SWP) programs

Colorado Springs, CO On-Site 5 Days BA/BS in relevant functional field MA/MS and 7 Years w 5 in DoD OR BA/BS and 9 Yrs exp w 5 in DoD

5 Years Top Secret Clearance Salary information below is a general guide only.

Salaries are commensurate with experience and qualifications, as well as business and market considerations. Salary Range: $115,000- $135,000 We hire Military! Security clearance required