Senior Cost Analyst/Estimator place El Segundo, CA bookmark_outline

Tecolote; El Segundo (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Major Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Group Life Insurance

Long-Term Disability

Retirement plans

Job summary

Tecolote in El Segundo, California, is seeking a Cost Analyst to enhance skills in cost estimating and analysis for space vehicle programs. The role involves interfacing with project officers, performing cost modeling, and utilizing subject matter expertise to manage estimation accuracy. A Bachelor’s degree is required, with TS/SCI clearance preferred, and a minimum of 5 years of experience. The position offers a salary range of $110,000 to $130,000 depending on experience, alongside comprehensive health benefits and retirement plans.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree is required; Master’s preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years NRO experience and 10 years of relevant work.
• TS/SCI clearance required.

Responsibilities

• Interface with project officers and external partners.
• Perform launch cost modeling and database maintenance.
• Develop tools and systems for cost estimation accuracy.

Skills

Cost estimating

Microsoft Excel

Project management

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in math, engineering, business, or sciences

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

At all levels, our Cost Analyst will utilize and enhance their skills in cost estimating and analysis by supporting programs related to the development and acquisition of space vehicles for various legacy programs of the DOD and Intelligence communities. The support and expertise you provide will directly impact the objectives of our national defense and security.

Responsibilities

• Will interface with OSL project officers, external USG partners, and commercial vendors
• Perform launch cost modeling, launch vehicle cost requirements database population and maintenance, and launch vehicle “quick reaction” scenario studies.
• Leverage subject matter expertise to address scenarios presented by OSL and NRO leadership – develop and maintain the requisite tools, databases, and systems required to maximize estimate accuracy/reliability while minimizing estimate development time.
• Provide input to specialized independent cost estimating products with a defined scope and end product on an as‑needed basis.
• Utilize modeling and estimation subject matter expertise to coordinate with external estimating organizations, including but not limited to the NRO/CAAG, ODNI/CAIG, SMC/LE and OSD/CAPE.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint
• Some domestic travel may be required
• Knowledge of IC budgetary principles and procedures
• Skill to recognize when decisions or information should be referred to a higher authority
• Demonstrated knowledge of acquisition management regulations, practices, policies, and procedures including major system acquisition lifecycle resource planning practices and procedures, and Acquisition Program Baseline development and PMPs.

Salary Range: $110,000.00 - $130,000.00/Year, DOE

Skills Required

• Master’s degree preferred, Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in math, finance, engineering, business, accounting or the sciences. In lieu of 4 year degree, additional years of experience may be considered. TS/SCI with CI poly required.
• The TS/SCI cleared Sr. Cost Analyst/Estimator shall support the Office of Space Launch (OSL) for all OSL Divisions across all operating locations, with all portfolio managers, and with Program Control Support staff as specified by the Customer. Successful applicants will have a minimum 5 years NRO experience; and 10 relevant years of experience.

Education

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

Benefits

Health & Welfare

• 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

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