Cost Analyst – Mid to Senior Level

We're looking for talented individuals to join our Huntsville, Alabama team who can translate their problem-solving acumen, mathematical forecasting skills, and data analytic background into well-structured cost analyses. At Tecolote Research, you'll be part of a team that's passionate about "Supporting our nation’s most critical programs" in a collaborative and innovative work environment with opportunities for growth and development.

Responsibilities

• Perform a wide variety of cost and economic analyses and assist in the development and presentation of management-level briefings.
• Work as part of an integrated cost analyst team, directly interfacing with program offices to support cost estimating, life cycle cost analysis, cost risk analysis, performance measurement (earned value), project forecasting, risk assessment, and cost-benefit analysis.
• Develop parametric cost estimates, cost estimating relationships, models, and software cost estimates.
• Support strategy development, scheduling, market research, evaluation criteria development, pre-solicitation documentation review, RFP documentation, Independent Program Review documentation, cost estimates for key decision points, and trade studies.
• Prepare cost estimates and budgets for major Department of Defense (DoD) programs and commercial off-the-shelf programs.

Requirements

• Minimum of five years of experience in cost estimating, including knowledge of learning curves, inflation, regression, Operations & Support estimating, statistics, and cost estimating principles/DoD acquisition policies.
• Working knowledge of the DoD acquisition and project management process.
• Ability to gather and analyze technical, programmatic, schedule, labor, and cost data to develop various types of cost estimates.
• Experience performing detailed and complex calculations, formulating and applying mathematical modeling, and interpreting information to assist management with decision-making.
• Ability to identify and quantify cost factors such as production time, materials, and labor expenses.
• Proficiency in using computer software to calculate estimates and develop Independent Government Cost Estimates (IGCEs) and other cost-related data reports.
• Excellent verbal, written, and quantitative analytical skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, PowerPoint, Excel).
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Working knowledge of ACEIT (www.aceit.com) is highly desirable.
• Program Office experience is preferred.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in math, engineering, business, or the sciences.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health, dental, life, long-term, and short-term disability insurance.
• 100% company-funded retirement plans.
• Generous vacation, holiday, and sick pay plans.
• Tuition assistance.

About Tecolote Research

Tecolote Research is a private, employee-owned corporation where people are our primary resource. Our investments in technology and training give employees the tools to provide clients with the solutions they need. Our high employee retention rate and stable workforce add value to our customers.