Everforth ECS seeks an Advanced Cost Analyst-ST to support the Missile Defense Agency in Dahlgren, VA, with a hybrid schedule.
The successful candidate will:
- Assist in execution of DoD Business Operations for complex weapon systems.
- Possess extensive professional knowledge in cost estimating, operations research, mathematics, economics, engineering, science, or business fields.
- Work independently, conduct strategic high-level coordination activities, and lead teams in solving complex problems.
- Possess extensive expertise to accomplish cost analysis.
- Apply costing methods and conduct quality reviews and estimates.
- Cost Estimating Methods.
- Parametric Estimating.
- Cost Estimating Relationship (CER).
- Learning Curve Theory.
- Work Breakdown Structure- ACEIT / COSTAT.
- Develop cost models and incorporating cost risk analysis.
- Prepare estimates for changes in technical and/or funding baselines.
- Prepare independent government cost estimates for Acquisition Strategy Panels.
- Develop IGCEs for contract proposal and negotiation support.
- Develop IGCEs for Inter/Intra-Agency Acquisition Requirements.
- Develop and update program office Lifecycle Cost Estimates (LCCEs).
- Participate in CARD recommendations and engage in reviews of cost models and data accuracy and adequacy both internally and with OSD CAPE.
- Conduct Cost Analysis.
- Coordinate information with programs and functional areas.
- Inflation.
- Conduct data normalization, statistical analysis and empirical analyses using applicable databases.
- Regression Analysis (OLS).
- Monte Carlo Simulation.
- Sensitivity Analysis.
- Prepare and provide Analyses of Alternatives, Business Case Analyses, and mid-term and far-term architecture planning studies.
- Conduct Cost Data Analysis and Collection.
- Develop initial cost data collection plans and validation methods for earned value and other contractor cost data reporting requirements.
- Develop and maintain cost policy process improvements.
- Develop and maintain Government owned cost databases.
- Prepare and participate in cost scenario reviews.
- Prepare unit cost data for Congressionally required reports.
- Conduct Affordability Analyses.
- Assist in the preparation of prioritized requirements lists and their justification.
- Participate in affordability reviews providing the data's basis and to identify potential trade-offs, providing impact and assessing alternatives.
- Provide the cost estimates to support agency budget submissions and acquisition baseline documents.
- Active DoD Secret Security Clearance or the ability to obtain a clearance.
- Bachelor's degree in Mathematics, Engineering, Finance or related field.
- 7+ years of applicable cost estimating experience.
- Proficient with MS Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Mathematics, Engineering, Finance or related field
- 7+ years of applicable cost estimating experience
- Active DoD Secret Security Clearance or the ability to obtain one
- Proficient with MS Excel, PowerPoint, and Word
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Healthcare Strength — ECS advertises multiple national-network medical plan options with HSA eligibility alongside dental and vision coverage. Coverage generally begins quickly and is paired with company-paid short- and long-term disability, adding stability to the health package.
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Retirement Support — A 401(k) with Safe Harbor and immediate vesting on employer contributions is emphasized, with an employer match available. Access to an employee stock purchase plan via the parent company provides an additional savings avenue.
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Parental & Family Support — Paid parental leave up to 30 days, adoption assistance, and other family-oriented leaves are highlighted. Feedback suggests these offerings add meaningful value beyond base pay for many roles.
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