Senior OR Analyst — Strategic Cost Estimator

Waypoint Human Capital; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Waypoint Human Capital in Huntsville, AL seeks a Senior Operations Research Analyst to join an Army Product Office responsible for cost estimates supporting acquisition decisions.

You will plan and conduct independent cost analyses, ensure technical soundness, and interpret results for budget decisions. The role requires a Secret clearance, strong communication, and the ability to work with minimal guidance in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• High understanding of MS Office suite and ACE-IT cost modeling experience is required.
• Knowledge of US Army acquisition processes and experience briefing executive leadership.
• History of supporting and engaging executive level leadership.
• Must be highly organized, detail-oriented and able to work with minimal guidance.

Responsibilities

• Perform calculation and forecasting of future costs to support independent studies and budget reviews.
• Create and maintain lifecycle cost estimates in ACE-IT.
• Develop cost estimating methodologies based on data sources.
• Provide expert analyses on resource allocations and budget defense.
• Analyze Earned Value Management reports and advise the Product Manager.

Skills

MS Office

ACE-IT

Cost modeling

Earned Value Management

Education

Bachelor's degree in mathematics, statistics, or Operations Research

Job description

Waypoint Human Capital in Huntsville, AL seeks a Senior Operations Research Analyst to join an Army Product Office responsible for cost estimates supporting acquisition decisions.

You will plan and conduct independent cost analyses, ensure technical soundness, and interpret results for budget decisions. The role requires a Secret clearance, strong communication, and the ability to work with minimal guidance in a fast-paced environment.