Cost Estimator - Senior

Astrion; Dayton (OH); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Astrion is seeking a Senior Cost Estimator to join the ISR/SOF team in our Air Force Division at WPAFB, Dayton, OH. The role requires advanced cost estimating expertise across all phases of sensors acquisition programs, with rigorous application of CAIV, IGCE, and POE analyses.

You will define WBS/CES, manage data integrity in cost databases, and ensure compliance with FAR/DFARS and DoD FM regulations while supporting program planning and budget activities.

Qualifications

• Master’s or Doctorate in a related field with 10 years of experience, 5 in the DoD.
• Or bachelor’s degree in a related field and 12 years of experience, 5 in the DoD.
• Advanced knowledge as a highly skilled Cost Estimating Analyst; work independently.

Responsibilities

• Develop cost estimates for Sensors acquisition programs using standard methods.
• Define Work Breakdown Structures (WBS) and Cost Estimating Structures (CES).
• Prepare POE, IGCE, and milestone cost analyses.
• Support life cycle cost estimates and 'what-if' analyses.
• Apply FAR/DFARS and DoD Financial Management Regulations in analyses.
• Maintain data accuracy and integrity of financial databases using EST tools.

Skills

Cost estimation

DoD experience

Analytical skills

Education

Master’s or Doctorate in related field

Bachelor’s degree in related field

Tools

Oracle Crystal Ball

Automated Cost Estimating Integrated Tools

Constructive Cost Model

Job description

Overview

Cost Estimator

LOCATION:

WPAFB, Dayton, OH

JOB STATUS:

Full-Time

CLEARANCE:

Secret

TRAVEL: 5%

Astrion has an exciting opportunity for a Senior Cost Estimator to join the ISR/SOF team in our Air Force Division.

Required Qualifications / Skills

• Master’s or Doctorate Degree in a related field and ten years of experience in the respective technical / professional discipline being performed, five years of which must be in the DoD.
• OR bachelor’s degree in a related field and 12 years of experience in the respective technical/professional discipline being performed, five of which must be in the DoD.
• Possess the advanced knowledge, experience, and recognized ability to be considered a highly skilled Cost Estimating Analyst. Must work independently and be able to apply procedures.

Responsibilities

• Utilize cost estimating/analysis techniques, including linear regression, confidence intervals, learning curves, and various estimating methods (analogy, grassroots, actual cost, parametric) to develop cost estimates for all phases of Sensors acquisition programs.
• Define Work Breakdown Structures (WBS) and Cost Estimating Structures (CES).
• Perform cost estimating/analysis, including Program Office Estimates (POE), Independent Government Cost Estimates (IGCE), special studies, and milestone reviews.
• Support the development of life cycle cost estimates, "what-if" estimates, Cost as an Independent Variable (CAIV) analyses, should/will cost reviews, Reduction in Total Ownership Costs (RTOC) analyses, and other economic analyses.
• Apply knowledge of Acquisition and Financial Management policies, procedures, regulations, and directives, including:
• Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR)/Defense FAR Supplement (DFARS)
• DoD Financial Management Regulation (FMR) DoD 7000.14-R
• Relevant DAFI and DAFMAN guidance on economic analysis, inflation, cost and planning factors, and cost analysis procedures
• AFLCMC Standard Cost Process
• MILSTD 881D
• Utilize automated management information systems and cost-estimating tools, including:
• Automated Cost Estimating Integrated Tools
• Parametric Review of Information for Costing and Evaluation "True Planning" parametric modeling
• Constructive Cost Model
• Oracle Crystal Ball
• Ensure data accuracy and maintain the integrity of financial databases.
• Support program offices in:
• Program Planning and Budget activities, including developing cost estimates and conducting "should cost"/"will cost" analyses.
• Analyzing Price and Availability (P&A) data and cost proposals to ensure reasonableness.
• Identifying and developing program requirements, cost, schedule, technical, and program risks.
• Prepare program documentation, including program management plans, program baselines, WBSs, and program risk assessments.
• Adhere to the AFLCMC Standard Process for the Annual Program Office Cost Estimate.