Senior Cost Estimator

Incatech Corp.; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

INCATech LLC seeks a Senior Cost Estimator to support AFCAA and DoD cost analysis programs in Arlington. You will lead advanced cost research, develop methodologies, and mentor analysts across acquisition life cycles.

The role requires deep expertise in Air Force/Space Force cost estimating, data normalization, and use of DCARC, CSDRs/IPMRs/CPRs, AFTOC, and VAMOSC. Security clearances may be required.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years of professional cost analysis experience.
• Expertise in Air Force and Space Force weapon systems cost estimating and analysis.
• Knowledge of weapon system acquisition and O&S cost drivers.
• Experience developing cost estimating methodologies and analytical tools.
• Experience collecting and normalizing government cost, technical, schedule, and program data.
• Knowledge of DCARC data collection processes and analyzing CSDRs and IPMRs/CPRs.
• Knowledge of defense operating and support cost systems (AFTOC and VAMOSC).
• Experience leading cost research projects and delivering defensible analyses.
• Strong analytical, research, documentation, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform advanced cost analysis and research across Air Force/Space Force weapon systems.
• Develop and refine cost estimating methodologies, CERs, and models using historical data.
• Identify cost drivers and evaluate impacts on acquisition and sustainment costs.
• Collect, review, normalize, and analyze data from government sources.
• Utilize DCARC reporting processes and analyze CSDRs, IPMRs, CPRs.
• Analyze operating and support cost data using AFTOC, VAMOSC, OSMIS, EVAMOSC.
• Develop tools, data models, benchmarks, and methods to improve estimating products.
• Collaborate with data scientists on data integration, visualization, and automation.
• Lead cost research projects and ensure timely, technically sound outputs.
• Document assumptions, data sources, and findings for transparency.

Skills

Cost analysis

Air Force cost estimating

DCARC data

CSDRs/IPMRs/CPRs

AFTOC

Data analysis

Regression modeling

Data visualization

Tools

AFTOC

VAMOSC

Job description

Work Location: MUST be able to work locally in Arlington, Virginia

Clearance Requirement: Secret and Top Secret (depending on the program)

INCATech is seeking a Senior Cost Estimator to support the Air Force Cost Analysis Agency (AFCAA) in advancing cost estimating methodologies, analytical models, and enterprise cost data capabilities supporting Department of the Air Force (DAF) acquisition programs.

The successful candidate will possess significant experience in Air Force and/or Space Force weapon systems cost analysis, including demonstrated mastery of acquisition and operating and support (O&S) cost drivers, advanced estimating techniques, and defense cost data sources. This individual will serve as a technical subject matter expert, lead complex cost research initiatives, mentor other analysts, and develop innovative methodologies and tools that enhance the accuracy, consistency, and efficiency of defense cost estimating.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform advanced cost analysis and research supporting Air Force and Space Force weapon systems across acquisition and O&S life-cycle phases.
• Develop, evaluate, and improve cost estimating methodologies, cost estimating relationships (CERs), and analytical models using historical cost, schedule, and technical data.
• Identify technical and programmatic cost drivers and evaluate their impacts on weapon system acquisition and sustainment costs.
• Collect, review, normalize, and analyze cost, technical, schedule, and programmatic data from government sources.
• Utilize Defense Cost and Resource Center (DCARC) reporting processes and analyze Cost and Software Data Reports (CSDRs), Integrated Program Management Reports (IPMRs), and Contract Performance Reports (CPRs).
• Analyze operating and support cost data using systems such as Air Force Total Ownership Cost (AFTOC), Navy VAMOSC, OSMIS, and EVAMOSC.
• Develop and refine cost estimating tools, data models, benchmarks, and analytical methods to improve the accuracy and consistency of cost estimating products.
• Collaborate with data scientists and technical personnel to support cost data integration, model development, data visualization, and analytical automation.
• Lead assigned cost research projects, coordinate analytical activities, and deliver technically sound products within established schedules.
• Document analytical assumptions, data sources, normalization methods, findings, and recommendations to ensure transparency and reproducibility.
• Provide technical expertise to government stakeholders and support the development of improved cost estimating approaches.

REQUIREMENTS

Qualifications

Related Experience:

• Minimum of 10 years of professional cost analysis experience.
• Demonstrated expertise in Air Force and/or Space Force weapon systems cost estimating and analysis.
• In-depth knowledge of weapon system acquisition and O&S cost drivers.
• Demonstrated experience developing and applying cost estimating methodologies and analytical tools.
• Experience collecting, evaluating, and normalizing government cost, technical, schedule, and programmatic data.
• Knowledge of DCARC data collection processes and demonstrated experience analyzing CSDRs and IPMRs/CPRs.
• Knowledge of defense operating and support cost systems, including AFTOC and other VAMOSC databases.
• Demonstrated experience leading cost research projects and delivering technically defensible analytical products.
• Strong analytical, research, technical documentation, and communication skills.

Preferred:

• Experience supporting AFCAA, OSD CAPE, or other DoD cost analysis organizations.
• At least seven years of progressive DoD experience and subject matter expertise in one or more of the following commodity areas:
• Aircraft
• Space and Launch Systems
• Tactical Missiles and Munitions
• Ballistic Missiles and Munitions
• Software
• Operations and Support
• Cost analysis experience with ACAT I threshold-level acquisition programs.
• Experience with statistical analysis, regression modeling, and advanced cost estimating tools.
• Familiarity with CADE, cloud-based data environments, and modern analytical platforms.
• Active Secret or Top Secret clearance

About INCATech LLC

INCATech is an award-winning small business that has over 14 years of experience supporting the US Government. We provide both Professional Services as well as Transformational Software Solutions for our customers. Our deep technical expertise in Geospatial Information Systems, Enterprise Data Management, User-Centered Design, Cloud & Platform Services, and a wide range of Acquisition Support Services will provide your career the boost you have been looking for. Our culture is based on empowering our staff and customers with knowledge and tools to achieve mission success and career advancement.

INCATech offers a competitive comprehensive benefits package. Our most valuable asset at INCATech is our people. Our benefits package is designed to help and safeguard our employees and their families. We provide a variety of life and family benefits to meet a variety of demands. Benefits include: Health, Dental, 401K, Vision, Paid Time Off, Life Insurance etc.

INCATech is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status, or any other protected class.