Senior Cost Analyst

Thompson Gray, Inc.; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, Vision, Life insurance

401(k) plan with employer match

Tuition Assistance

Generous time-off policies

Professional Development opportunities

Annual donation to a charity of your choice

Regular team-building events

Job summary

Thompson Gray, Inc. is seeking a qualified Cost Analyst in Huntsville, Alabama. The ideal candidate will have experience in preparing cost estimates and budgets specifically for Department of Defense programs. Responsibilities include building cost estimates, working cross-functionally with teams, and ensuring compliance with DoD regulations. Benefits include competitive pay, comprehensive insurance coverage, a 401(k) plan, tuition assistance, and generous time-off policies. Join us to advance your career in a supportive and collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Experience preparing cost estimates and budgets for DoD programs.
• Proficient in using Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to obtain an Active Secret Security Clearance.

Responsibilities

• Review technical system requirements to build Life Cycle Cost Estimates.
• Work with Engineering and Logistics teams to understand acquisition costs.
• Construct Independent Government Estimates and validate cost reasonableness.
• Conduct research to develop accurate Cost Estimating Relationships.
• Utilize the Army's Cost Estimating Structure for Program Office Estimates.
• Present Program Management briefings to leadership.

Skills

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Proficiency in Microsoft Word

Proficiency in Microsoft PowerPoint

Experience with ACEIT

Education

Bachelor's Degree in a related field

Job description

This position is contingent upon funding approval. Applicants will be contacted as updates become available.

Until Filled (EST) | Redstone Arsenal, Alabama, USA | Full-Time

Job Description

Qualified Cost Analysis applicants should have experience preparing cost estimates and budgets for major Department of Defense (DoD) programs and knowledge of Army, DoD reporting requirements, and understanding of the DoD acquisition process.

In this position, the selected candidate will serve as a Cost Analyst.

Duties Will Include

• Review technical system requirements to build Life Cycle Cost Estimates (LCCEs).
• Work cross‑functionally with Engineering and Logistics teams to understand and model acquisition costs.
• Construct Independent Government Estimates (IGEs) to establish cost reasonableness of development and procurement actions.
• Conduct research and collect data to develop Cost Estimating Relationships (CERs) accurately projecting cost.
• Utilize the Army's Cost Estimating Structure (CES) to develop Program Office Estimates (POEs) and LCCEs.
• Leverage LCCE data to build program office spend plans.
• Work with PAE Maneuver Air's Cost Division to adjudicate comments and obtain cost model validations.
• Perform data collection and program management support requirements.
• Follow Army guidelines and regulations to ensure costs are projected in the correct appropriation.
• Conduct what‑if scenarios, document justification for cost variables, and construct and present Program Management briefings to leadership.

Position Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in a related field from an accredited college.
• Experience constructing cost models in a program office.
• Excellent analytical and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft products: Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Experience working with the Automated Cost Estimating Integrated Tools (ACEIT).
• Active Secret Security Clearance (US citizenship typically required).

Benefits

• Competitive pay based on qualifications.
• Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Short‑Term and Long‑Term Disability insurance.
• 401(k) plan with employer match.
• Additional perks: TG Swag – company‑branded items during onboarding and seasonal shipments to your home.
• Dependent Scholarship Program – supporting the education of employees' children.
• Tuition Assistance for furthering your own education.
• Professional Development opportunities.
• Generous time‑off policies, including 18 days of paid time off, 10 Federal Holidays, and flexible scheduling.
• Annual donation to a charity of your choice.
• Regular team‑building events such as lunches, after‑hours gatherings, seasonal family‑friendly events, and an annual holiday party.

Thompson Gray is an Equal Opportunity Employer and VEVRAA Federal Contractor. This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60‑1.4(a), 60‑300.5(a) and 60‑741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation or national origin. Moreover, these regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, protected veteran status or disability. Thompson Gray, Inc. welcomes minority and veteran applicants.