Cost Analyst/Estimator place El Segundo, CA 005-24-1 bookmark_outline

At all levels, our Cost Analyst will utilize their skills in cost estimating / analysis as well as in program management to support programs involved in development and procurement of space vehicles, ground segments, software suites, and integration infrastructure for various programs of the DOD Space Domain Awareness and Combat Power (SDA&CP) community.

The support and expertise you provide will directly impact the objectives of our national defense and security.

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Responsibilities

• The Senior Cost Analyst / Estimator shall support the Space Systems Command (SSC) SDACP mission area, and with Program Control Support staff as specified by the Customer.
• Will perform duties daily on-site in customer SCIF.
• Will interface with Space Force project officers, external USG partners, and commercial vendors.
• Perform cost modeling, and launch vehicle "quick reaction" scenario studies.
• Leverage subject matter expertise to address scenarios presented by SSC and USSF leadership develop and maintain the requisite tools, databases, and systems required to maximize estimate accuracy / reliability while minimizing estimate development time.
• Provide input to specialized independent cost estimating products with a defined scope and end product on an as-needed basis.
• Teach junior analysts and program managers the cost analysis and estimation process, as well as the advanced mathematical concepts underlying them.
• Utilize modeling and estimation subject matter expertise to coordinate with external estimating organizations, including but not limited to the DAF / AFCAA and OSD / CAPE.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint.
• Some domestic travel may be required.
• Knowledge of DoD budgetary principles and procedures.
• Skill to recognize when decisions or information should be referred to a higher authority.
• Demonstrated knowledge of acquisition management regulations, practices, policies, and procedures including major system acquisition lifecycle resource planning practices and procedures, and Acquisition Program Baseline development and PMPs.

Skills Required

• Active TS / SCI clearance required.
• Successful applicants will have a minimum 20 years of Space Acquisitions experience.
• Highly developed analytical and mathematical skills.
• Teaching experience desired, to grow cost team and mentor customer program managers.
• Master's degree preferred.
• Salary Range : $140,000.00 - $150,000.00 / Year.

Education

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

Employment Type

Full-Time

Level

Senior-Level

Security Clearance

Security Clearance Required

Benefits

We offer competitive salaries commensurate with education and experience. We have an excellent benefits package that includes :

Health & Welfare

• Major Medical Insurance for employees and family members.
• Dental Insurance for employees and family members.
• Vision Insurance for employees (employee-paid for family members).
• Group Life Insurance.
• Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance.
• Travel Accident Insurance.
• Long-Term Disability.

Voluntary Benefits

• Short-Term Disability.
• Supplemental Life Insurance.
• Flexible Spending Account (pre-tax deferrals for health care expenses).

Retirement

Money Purchase Pension Plan - 100% Company funded defined contribution retirement plan. One-year entry waiting period and 5-year vesting.

Core Funds available and a self-directed brokerage account option.

Employee Stock Ownership Plan - 100% Company funded discretionary contribution. 100% vested after one-year entry waiting period.

Time Off

Tecolote’s generous paid time off benefits give employees the flexibility they need to relax, recharge and take care of the unexpected.

As a federal contractor, Tecolote is required to participate in E-Verify.

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