Cost Estimator/Analyst

Overview

LMI seeks mid to senior-level cost estimator to support a federal program management office in Washington, DC. Join our team of collaborative self-starters focused on delivering practical and efficient solutions to help our client keep U.S. borders safe and facilitate travel and trade. As part of our high-performing team, you will augment our vital work to provide “eyes and ears” technology to protect our nation.

Perform cost estimating of the client’s portfolio of communications, sensor, and surveillance systems and the infrastructure that supports them. These costs will be used in the contract award process as budgetary cycle inputs to support investment decisions and as elements of other program products and requirements to provide cost information to Congress, OMB, and other stakeholders.

LMI is a new breed of digital solutions provider dedicated to accelerating government impact with innovation and speed. Investing in technology and prototypes ahead of need, LMI brings commercial-grade platforms and mission-ready AI to federal agencies at commercial speed.

Leveraging our mission-ready technology and solutions, proven expertise in federal deployment, and strategic relationships, we enhance outcomes for the government, efficiently and effectively. With a focus on agility and collaboration, LMI serves the defense, space, healthcare, and energy sectors—helping agencies navigate complexity and outpace change. Headquartered in Tysons, Virginia, LMI is committed to delivering impactful results that strengthen missions and drive lasting value.

Responsibilities

• Develop and update life cycle cost estimates (LCCEs), independent government cost estimates (IGCEs), and rough order of magnitude (ROM) estimates for the client’s programs and projects, as well as ad hoc estimates and analyses.
• Conduct sensitivity and uncertainty analyses.
• Participate in program meetings and technical interchanges to remain current with program requirements.
• Participate in the review and reconciliation of estimates developed by other contractors.
• Present results of estimates in a variety of formats such as verbal presentations, narrative reports, and briefings charts
• Generate estimates in accordance with DHS Headquarters and GAO Cost Assessment Guide standards to facilitate government review, third-party replication and validation, and future updates or enhancements.

Qualifications

• A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in business, management, finance, math, engineering, or a related discipline.
• Relevant cost estimating certifications with ICEAA or AACE is desired.
• 3–10 years plus of experience.
• Previous work with CBP or DHS is a plus.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, SharePoint, and PowerBI.
• Experience with ACEIT and Crystal Ball software is a plus.
• Ability to communicate clearly with a variety of stakeholders.
• Ability to effectively solve problems.
• Strong communication skills, both oral and written.
• A true team player who maintains a positive attitude in a dynamic environment.

Ability to pass a government background investigation, including financial, criminal, residential, educational, foreign affiliation, prohibited substance use, and employment verifications; active U.S. Customs and Border Protection background investigation preferred. Please note that only U.S. citizens are eligible for a suitability determination.

Target Salary Range: $112,00 - $160,000

Disclaimer:

The salary range displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is not a guarantee of compensation. Individual salaries are determined by various factors including, but not limited to location, internal equity, business considerations, client contract requirements, and candidate qualifications, such as education, experience, skills, and security clearances.

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