Cost Estimator

Job PostingOverview: We are seeking highly motivated individuals with a strong work ethic to support Department of Defense (DoD) projects. A Journeyman Analyst with three or more years of demonstrated progressive cost analysis experience in cost analysis principles.Responsibilities:Conducting Independent Cost Estimates (ICEs) for sustainment reviews across multiple programsSupport documentation and review meetings with key stakeholdersOperate legacy cost estimates for numerous programs and recommend improvement to legacy cost estimates models and documentationProvide cost analyses and analytic support for government clientsSalary Range: $70,000 - $85,000/Year, DOESkills Required:A Journeyman Analyst with three or more years of demonstrated progressive cost analysis experience in cost analysis principles and concepts including, but not limited to:Major weapon systems procurement, operations, and support cost estimatingStatistical analysisCost risk and uncertainty modelingBudget formulationAffordability analysesCost benefit analysis and other pertinent analytical experienceEstimator/Analyst must have a current SECRET clearance and experience in the following, but not limited to:Technical knowledge of aircraft sustainment both past and current platformsKnowledge will consist of an understanding of the multiple options for system product support and the cost elements affected by different product support strategiesWorking knowledge of logistics associated with aircraft systemsAdvanced Microsoft Excel techniquesAt least 2 years concentrated experience doing cost estimating for Air Force or Department of Defense programsUnderstand drivers and patterns in Operating and Support (O and S) cost estimatesCompleted at least one O and S cost estimate with oversightKnowledge of the correct application of inflation and price escalationMust have demonstrated experience using the AFTOC database and be able to pull and understand how to use the data without AFCAA assistanceEducation: Bachelor's degree required, preferably in math, engineering, business, or the sciences.