Senior Cost Estimator

INCATech; Virginia; On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

INCATech LLC is seeking a Senior Cost Estimator to support the Air Force Cost Analysis Agency (AFCAA) in Arlington, VA. The role requires extensive cost estimating experience with Air Force/Space Force programs, mastery of CERs, DCARC processes, and strong data analysis to improve cost data capabilities.

You will lead complex cost research, mentor analysts, develop methods and tools, and collaborate with government stakeholders to ensure transparent, reproducible analyses across acquisition and

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years of professional cost analysis experience.
• Expertise in Air Force and/or Space Force weapon systems cost estimating.
• Knowledge of weapon system acquisition and O&S cost drivers.
• Experience developing and applying cost estimating methodologies and tools.
• Experience collecting, evaluating, and normalizing government data.

Responsibilities

• Perform advanced cost analysis and research across acquisition and O&S life-cycle phases.
• Develop and improve cost estimating methodologies, CERs, and models.
• Identify cost drivers and evaluate impacts on acquisition and sustainment costs.
• Collect and analyze cost, technical, schedule, and program data from government sources.
• Utilize DCARC reporting, analyze CSDRs, IPMRs/CPRs, and related artifacts.
• Collaborate with data scientists to support data integration and visualization.

Skills

Cost analysis

DoD cost estimating

Data analysis

Technical documentation

Communication

Tools

AFTOC

DCARC

IPMRs

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.