Operations Analyst I - Cost

Qbe Llc; Aberdeen (MD); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

QBE, LLC is seeking an Operations Analyst I - Cost to provide cost estimation and analysis support for defense programs. The role requires an active US Government clearance, a Bachelor's degree in a related field, and a minimum of 5 years in cost analysis. Responsibilities include preparing program estimates and conducting cost studies to support acquisition processes. This position supports national objectives and requires strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Active US Government clearance at Secret level or higher.
• Minimum of 5 years in cost analysis and technical management.
• DAWIA Level I Certification in Cost Estimating or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Provide cost estimation, validation & analysis support services.
• Prepare program office estimates (POEs).
• Conduct cost studies for acquisition documentation.

Skills

Cost analysis

Technical management

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Math, Engineering, Business or Sciences

Tools

Automated Cost Estimating Integrated Tool (ACE-IT)

Job description

Description

About QBE, LLC

QBE, LLC is a mission-focused technology and security solutions provider supporting defense and federal customers worldwide. We deliver high-impact capabilities where precision, accountability, and technical excellence directly support national-level objectives.

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QBE is seeking a Operations Analyst I - Cost to support the IEW&S contract.

Responsibilities

Candidate shall provide cost estimation, validation & analysis support services for the planning and execution of CPE IEW&S programs, at different acquisition category levels, and in all phases of a program life cycle. This is accomplished through understanding of and adherence to the DoDI 5000.02, the DoD 5000.73 and the U.S. Army Cost and Economic Analysis Center, Department of the Army Cost Analysis Manual (May 2002). Candidate’s typical tasks include:

• Prepare, develop and review program office estimates (POEs).
• Provide/review POEs in Government approved applications including, but not limited to, the Automated Cost Estimating Integrated Tool (ACE-IT) software.
• Provide guidance and review of Independent Government Cost Estimates (IGCEs) for Acquisition Requirements Packages (ARPs).
• Conduct cost studies to facilitate development of acquisition documentation for all aspects of lifecycle management.
• Provide subject matter expertise in the execution of Army and Department of Defense cost saving efforts (i.e., Will/Should Cost initiatives).
• Prepare and review miscellaneous cost reports provided to senior level management.

Requirements

• Active US Government clearance at Secret level or higher
• Bachelor’s Degree - Math, Engineering, Business or Sciences
• Minimum of 5 years in cost analysis and technical management
• DAWIA Level I Certification in Cost Estimating or equivalent
• Ability to communicate effectively with team and other stakeholders

Equal Opportunity Employment Statement

QBE is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender, gender-identity and/or expression, age, disability, Veteran status, genetic information, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation, or related medical conditions), marital status, neurodivergence, ethnicity, ancestry, caste, military/uniformed service-member status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.