Senior Cost Estimator Wright-Patterson AFB

Serco; Dayton (OH); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Serco Inc. invites qualified professionals for a Senior Financial Manager/Cost Estimator role at Wright Patterson AFB, OH. The position focuses on cost analysis, lifecycle estimates, and budgeting for DoD acquisition programs.

A Top‑Secret clearance with SCI/SAP access is required, with 15+ years in DoD environments. Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor’s and a Master’s in business or related fields, plus SAP/SCI experience and the ability to travel up to 10%.

Qualifications

• Active Top‑SECRET security clearance or ability to obtain SCI/SAP
• Minimum 15 years DoD/government contracting experience
• Minimum 3 years SAP/SCI experience within last 8 years
• Ability to travel CONUS up to 10%

Responsibilities

• Provide cost analysis, cost estimating, and budget execution for acquisition programs.
• Develop lifecycle cost estimates, BCAs, CBAs, EA, POM cost submissions.
• Define program definitions for cost estimates, including WBS, ground rules, assumptions.
• Use parametric models and CERs for cost estimating.

Skills

Top-secret clearance

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

SAP/SCI experience

Travel up to 10%

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in business administration, management, accounting, finance, or economics

Master’s Degree in business administration, management, accounting, finance, or economics

Tools

Wide Area Workflow

ABSS

CCaRS

CRIS

DTS

FMSuite

Job description

Position Description & Qualifications

If you want to work on cutting‑edge DoD programs, Serco has a great opportunity for you! As a Senior Financial Manager/Cost Estimator, you will be supporting the Special Programs Division, DoD Anti‑Tamper (AT) Executive Agent Field Program Office (FPO) (AFLCMC/WAG‑AT) at Wright Patterson AFB, OH.

Position Description & Qualifications

If you want to work on cutting‑edge DoD programs, Serco has a great opportunity for you! As a Senior Financial Manager/Cost Estimator, you will be supporting the Special Programs Division, DoD Anti‑Tamper (AT) Executive Agent Field Program Office (FPO) (AFLCMC/WAG‑AT) at Wright Patterson AFB, OH.

This position is contingent upon the ability to maintain/transfer active Department of War (DoW) Top Secret security clearance with the ability to obtain TS/SCI.

WAG‑AT conducts studies to identify new capabilities; matures laboratory technologies to be weapon system ready; and develops, tests, and rapidly fields new AT capabilities/products all which provide insight and foundational AT technology to seed DoD weapon system development programs. These are focused on reducing developmental risk and associated cost and schedule growth, ultimately ensuring AT architectures are developed, supporting protection of US warfighters against loss of life caused by technological exploitation of US weapons systems.

In This Role, You Will

• Provide Cost Analysis, Cost Estimating, and budget execution for acquisition programs.
• Build lifecycle cost estimates, business case analyses (BCA), cost benefit analyses (CBA), economic analyses (EA), Program Objective Memoranda (POM) cost estimate submissions, and “what-if taskers” involving the GAO and Congressional inquiries.
• Develop program definitions for cost estimates, including program acquisition strategies, Work Breakdown Structure (WBS), ground rules, assumptions, and constraints.
• Use cost estimating methodologies, including: parametric cost models, Cost Estimating Relationships (CERs), cost estimating factors, and analogies with complexity factors.
• Document and brief cost estimates.
• Research and assist with funds reconciliation and accounting status reports based upon data obtained from various government database systems to include, but is not limited to Wide Area Workflow, ABSS, CCaRS, CRIS, DTS, and FMSuite.
• Coordinate audits by DCAA and other support reports from other government agencies.
• Research cost databases/models to support cost estimate development.
• Analyze contractors’ cost proposals for price/cost evaluations and conduct reasonableness checks.
• Participate in contract reconciliation and contract closeout efforts.
• Interpret DoD and DFAS regulatory and administrative guidelines in accordance with generally accepted principles in finance and accounting.
• Assist in developing acquisition program information, conduct analyses, accomplish staff coordination, and participate in other various Integrated Product Team actions.

To be successful in this role, you will have a:

• Active TOP-SECRET security clearance with the ability to obtain and maintain Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) and access to Special Access Programs (SAP) and have a background investigation current within the past 5 years or under Continuous Vetting
• Bachelor’s Degree in business administration, management, accounting, finance, or economics with a minimum of 15 years relevant experience with the DoD, other government agency, or DoD contractor
• Masters Degree in business administration, management, accounting, finance, or economics with a minimum of 10 years relevant experience with the DoD, other government agency, or DoD contractor
• Minimum 3 years of SAP or SCI experience within the last 8 years
• Ability to travel up to 10% (CONUS)

Additional Desired Experience And Skills

• Financial management and cost estimating experience in a DoD program office.
• Experience in the DoD Planning, Programming, Budgeting, and Execution of Funds
• Experience in a SAP and/or SCI environment

Company Overview

Serco Inc. (Serco) is the Americas division of Serco Group, plc. In North America, Serco’s 9,000+ employees strive to make an impact every day across 100+ sites in the areas of Defense, Citizen Services, and Transportation. We help our clients deliver vital services more efficiently while increasing the satisfaction of their end customers. Serco serves every branch of the U.S. military, numerous U.S. Federal civilian agencies, the Intelligence Community, the Canadian government, state, provincial and local governments, and commercial clients. While your place may look a little different depending on your role, we know you will find yours here. Wherever you work and whatever you do, we invite you to discover your place in our world. Serco is a place you can count on and where you can make an impact because every contribution matters.

To review Serco benefits please visit: https://careers.serco-na.com/us/en/what-we-offer. If you require an accommodation with the application process please email: [e-mail] or call the HR Service Desk at 800‑628‑6458, option 1. Please note, due to EEOC/OFCCP compliance, Serco is unable to accept resumes by email.

Candidates may be asked to present proof of identity during the selection process. If requested, this will require presentation of a government‑issued I.D. (with photo) with name and address that match the information entered on the application. Serco will not take possession of or retain/store the information provided as proof of identity. For more information on how Serco uses your information, please see our Applicant Privacy Policy and Notice.

Serco does not accept unsolicited resumes through or from search firms or staffing agencies without being a contracted approved vendor. All unsolicited resumes will be considered the property of Serco and will not be obligated to pay a placement or contract fee. If you are interested in becoming an approved vendor at Serco, please email [e-mail].

Serco is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.

Pay Transparency

Our Total Rewards package includes competitive pay, performance‑based incentives, and benefits that promote well‑being and work‑life balance—so you can thrive both professionally and personally. Eligible employees also gain access to a wide range of benefits from comprehensive health coverage and health savings accounts to retirement plans, life and disability insurance, and time‑off programs that support work‑life balance. Program availability may vary based on factors such as contract type, location, hire date, and applicable collective bargaining agreements.

Salary range: The range for this position can be found at the top of this posting. This range is provided as a general guideline and represents a good faith estimate across all experience levels. Actual base salary will be determined by a variety of factors, including but not limited to, the scope of the role, relevant experience, job‑related knowledge, education and training, key skills, and geographic market considerations. For roles available in multiple states, the range may vary to reflect differences in local labor markets. In addition to base salary, eligible positions may include other forms of compensation such as annual bonuses or long‑term incentive opportunities.

Benefits – Comprehensible benefits for full‑time employees (part‑time employees receive a limited package tailored to their role):

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Robust vacation and sick leave benefits, and flexible work arrangements where permitted by role or contract
• 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Life insurance and disability coverage
• Optional coverages that can be purchased, including pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protection
• Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits
• Employee Assistance Plan

To review all Serco benefits please visit: https://careers.serco-na.com/us/en/about-us.

Serco complies with all applicable state and local leave laws, including providing time off under the Colorado Healthy Families and Workplaces Act for eligible Colorado residents, in alignment with our policies and benefit plans.