Senior Space & Software Cost Estimator

Quantech Services Inc.; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Quantech Services Inc. is seeking a senior cost estimator to develop, maintain, and defend program cost estimates across the acquisition lifecycle. You will leverage ACEIT, SEER, and PRICE to build robust models and support program offices, risk analyses, and briefings for budget reviews.

The role requires ten years of cost estimating experience in aerospace/defense, strong MS Office skills, and an active Secret clearance (Top Secret preferred). Travel up to 10% may be required.

Qualifications

• Ten years of cost estimating experience across DoD or aerospace domains.
• ACEIT experience (5+ years) and Microsoft Office (5+ years).
• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field; Master’s preferred.
• Active Secret clearance required; Top Secret preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and update credible, defensible cost estimates for programs across the acquisition life cycle.
• Analyze, reconcile, and assess estimates using CERs and statistical methods.
• Support cost-related activities during contract award processes and program reviews.

Skills

Cost estimating

Risk analysis

Regression analysis

Budget analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Master’s degree preferred

Calculus coursework (24 sem hrs)

Tools

ACEIT

SEER

PRICE

Microsoft Office

PMRT

CCaR

EDA

AFTOC

Job description

Quantech Services Inc. is seeking a senior cost estimator to develop, maintain, and defend program cost estimates across the acquisition lifecycle. You will leverage ACEIT, SEER, and PRICE to build robust models and support program offices, risk analyses, and briefings for budget reviews.

The role requires ten years of cost estimating experience in aerospace/defense, strong MS Office skills, and an active Secret clearance (Top Secret preferred). Travel up to 10% may be required.