Cost Estimator/Cost Analyst
Requirements
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, Mathematics, Economics, Operations Research, or a related field.
7-12 years of applicable experience, including 4-6 years of Government or Aerospace industry experience.
Experience independently managing and contributing to cost analysis efforts on projects.
Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and other Office applications (PowerPoint, Word).
Experience using industry cost tools such as ACEIT, SEER, PRICE TruePlanning, PCEC, NICM, or equivalent.
Written, verbal, and visual communication skills.
Problem-solving, analytical, and statistical skills.
Obtain a security clearance.
U.S. citizenship is required.
Preferred
Experience supporting NASA or other major government space or defense programs.
Advanced knowledge of WBS structures, cost estimation methodologies, and operations research.
Experience presenting to senior government officials or contractor leadership.
Familiarity with program lifecycle cost management and budgeting processes.
Responsibilities
Serve as an independent cost analyst on major, high-visibility, or technically complex projects.
Develop and implement approaches to solve complex cost, schedule, and programmatic challenges.
Conduct comprehensive cost-benefit and quantitative risk analysis studies.
Provide cost impact estimates for program and project change requests, additions, and re-baselining activities.
Analyze and interpret raw engineering, technical, and cost data to support detailed estimates.
Develop and maintain Work Breakdown Structures (WBS), and create charts, tables, graphs, and diagrams to support data visualization and problem analysis.
Operate and analyze parametric cost models and statistical forecasting tools.
Utilize advanced analytical techniques, including:
Uni- and multi-variate statistical and regression analysis
Learning curve analysis
Cost accounting (direct and indirect cost analysis)
Escalation index development
Cost Estimating Relationships (CERs)
Support the integration of cost tools with program data sources and participate in model development, validation, and refinement.
Collaborate closely with government stakeholders, contractors, and technical teams to align cost strategy with program goals.
Benefits
We offer competitive salaries commensurate with education and experience.
Comprehensive health, dental, life, long and short-term disability insurance
100% Company funded Retirement Plans
Vacation, holiday and sick pay plans
Tuition assistance
Tecolote Research, Inc. is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.
EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans
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