Expert/Principal Level Cost Analyst

Tecolote; Arlington (VA); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Major Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Travel Insurance

Long-Term Disability

Short-Term Disability

Flexible Spending Account

Job summary

Tecolote is seeking highly motivated individuals to work with a Government client on large, challenging studies. The role emphasizes leadership, independent planning, and strong communication while applying extensive cost analysis expertise.

Candidates should have substantial government acquisition experience, familiarity with federal contract requirements, and advanced analytical skills. A security clearance is required, and a comprehensive benefits package is offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum 15 years of government acquisition experience and knowledge of Federal contract requirements, cost estimating, and cost analysis.
• Demonstrated expertise in IT, simulations, models, operations, and research tools; advising senior decision makers on cost issues.
• Familiarity with government IT software for cost/economic analysis; DHS systems knowledge is a plus; CCEA/CCP/CEP or DAWIA/DHS certs are favorable.

Responsibilities

• Capable of leading or contributing to the largest and most difficult studies for the Company.
• Demonstrate proven leadership qualities and independently plan and conduct assignments involving major projects.
• Represent the organization in outside discussions and technical forums as needed.
• Operate as a Project Leader with latitude for action and guidance of others' work.

Skills

Government Acquisition

Cost Analysis

Leadership

Independent Planning

Communication Skills

Analytical Thinking

Security Clearance

Education

Bachelor's degree (math/engineering/science)

Tools

ACEIT

Crystal Ball

@Risk

Job description

We are seeking multiple highly motivated individuals with a strong work ethic to work closely with our Government client. Successful candidates will have excellent communication, quantitative, research, and analytical skills and the capability to lead or principally contribute to large and difficult projects.

Responsibilities

• Capable of leading or principally contributing to the largest and most difficult studies that the Company undertakes.
• Have fully-developed and proven leadership qualities.
• Capable of independently planning and conducting assignments generally involving the larger and most important projects or more than one project.
• May represent the organization in outside discussions and technical forums.
• Generally operates as a Project Leader with considerable latitude for action or decision in the review and guidance of the technical work of others.
• Salary Range: $110,000 - $140,000/Year, DOE

Skills Required

• A minimum of 15 years of government acquisition experience and knowledge of Federal contract requirements, cost estimating, and cost analysis.
• Demonstrated expertise in complex information technologies, simulations, models, operations, and research tools. Demonstrated expertise in advising senior-level decision makers on significant issues related to cost.
• Demonstrated knowledge of the IT software used throughout the government for cost and economic analysis such as Automated Cost Estimating Integrated Tool (ACEIT), Crystal Ball, @Risk, and other common cost analysis software. Knowledge of DHS systems and software will be more favorably evaluated. Certified Function Point Counter is desired.
• Demonstrated ability to work in a dynamic work environment and ability to coordinate and perform multiple assignments.
• Possess analytical, assertive, creative, and effective problem-solving skills.
• Possess excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Possession of a government or industry standard cost certification will be viewed favorably. Examples include: Certified Cost Estimating and Analysis (CCEA) certification from the International Cost Estimating and Analysis Association (ICEAA); Professional Level Certifications (e.g. Certified Cost Professional (CCP), Certified Estimating Professional (CEP), etc.) from the Association for the Advancement of Cost Engineering (AACE) International, and Defense Acquisition Workforce Improvement Act (DAWIA) or DHS Cost Estimating certifications..
• Demonstrated capability to work independently to resolve complex issues.
• Possess all the skills required for Senior Cost Analyst.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance is required.

Education

Bachelor's degree required, preferably in math, engineering, or the sciences.

Full-Time

SecurityClearance

Senior-Level

Hybrid

We offer competitive salaries commensurate with education and experience. We have an excellent benefits package that includes:

Health & Welfare

Company Paid

• Major Medical Insurance for employees and family members
• Dental Insurance for employees and family members
• Vision Insurance for employees (employee-paid for family members)
• Group Life Insurance
• Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance
• Travel Accident Insurance
• Long-Term Disability

Voluntary

• Short-Term Disability
• Supplemental Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (pre-tax deferrals for health care expenses)

Retirement

• Money Purchase Pension Plan - 100% Company funded defined contribution retirement plan. One-year entry waiting period and 5-year vesting. Core Funds available and a self-directed brokerage account option.
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan - 100% Company funded discretionary contribution. 100% vested after one-year entry waiting period.

Time Off

Tecolote's generous paid time off benefits give employees the flexibility they need to relax, recharge and take care of the unexpected.