Lead Cost Engineering & Economic Analytics Leader

Jobtailor

California (MO)

On-site

USD 160,000 - 210,000

Full time

10 days ago
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Job summary

Jobtailor is seeking a senior Cost Engineering leader to guide analyses across space, ground, launch systems, and related programs. You will drive methodologic advancement, lead major cost studies, and mentor a skilled team to deliver data-driven guidance for program offices and customers.

The role requires DoD TS/TS-SCI clearance, 12+ years of experience, and a collaborative leadership style. Domestic travel up to 10% is anticipated.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in engineering, mathematics, operations research, economics, or a related technical field.
  • 12+ years of cost engineering and economic analysis experience.
  • Experience leading technical teams and major cost engineering efforts.

Responsibilities

  • Serve as Capability Area Lead for Cost Engineering and provide technical leadership across the department.
  • Lead cost engineering analyses and economic assessments including LCCEs, ICEs, IGCEs, affordability and cost-risk assessments.
  • Provide independent, data-driven advice to government customers and program offices.
  • Translate complex analyses into actionable insights for acquisition, pricing, and business decisions.

Skills

Cost Analysis
Economic Analysis
Business Case Development
Cost Risk Assessment
Proposal Evaluation
LCCEs
ICEs
IGCEs
Analytical Models
Affordability Analysis
Collaborative Leadership
Mentoring
Relationship Building

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, mathematics, operations research, economics, or a related technical field

Tools

SEER
TruePlanning
ACEIT
Crystal Ball

Job description

Jobtailor is seeking a senior Cost Engineering leader to guide analyses across space, ground, launch systems, and related programs. You will drive methodologic advancement, lead major cost studies, and mentor a skilled team to deliver data-driven guidance for program offices and customers.

The role requires DoD TS/TS-SCI clearance, 12+ years of experience, and a collaborative leadership style. Domestic travel up to 10% is anticipated.

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