Overview
Tecolote is a trusted independent advisor providing consulting, analytics, and digital solutions to senior leadership and Federal government executives supporting the National Security mission. As a Cost Analyst, you will be the go-to person for Program Managers in support of large-scale DoD acquisition programs. We are looking for motivated teammates who thrive in fast paced, dynamic settings and can help our customers tackle some of their most pressing challenges. At Tecolote, we’re committed to the success of our employees. We believe that a challenging environment and an enthusiastic culture, coupled with a comprehensive benefits package allow our employees to reach their full potential and attain their professional goals.
Responsibilities
Working as part of an integrated cost analyst team, the cost analyst will perform a wide variety of cost and economic analyses/estimating/engineering support directly interfacing with program offices and assisting the development and presentation of management level briefings as needed.
Work may include parametric cost estimating, life cycle cost analysis
Additional support includes, but is not limited to, the areas of strategy development, scheduling, market research, evaluation criteria development, pre-solicitation documentation review, RFP documentation, Independent Program Review documentation, cost estimates and key decision point’s preparation, and trade studies.
Experience preparing cost estimates and budgets for major Department of Defense (DoD) programs and commercial off the shelf programs is highly desirable.
Successful candidates must possess and/or have the ability to obtain a Secret clearance.
U.S. citizenship required.
Salary Range: $80,000 - $130,000/Year, DOE
Skills Required
Program Office experience is preferred.
Working knowledge of ACEIT (www.aceit.com) is highly desirable.
The position requires experience with cost estimating such as learning curves, inflation, regression, Operations & Support estimating, statistics, cost estimating principles/ DoD acquisition policies and have a working knowledge of the DoD acquisition and project management process.
Must have the ability to gather and analyze technical, programmatic, schedule, labor and cost data to support the development of various types of cost estimates.
Must have the ability to perform detailed and complex calculations, formulate and apply mathematical modeling and other optimizing methods to develop and interpret information that assists management with decision making, policy formulation and other managerial functions.
Must be able to identify and quantify cost factors, such as production time, materials and labor expenses.
Ability to use computer software to calculate estimates and develop IGCEs and other cost related data reports.
Excellent verbal communication, written, and quantitative analytical skills are required.
Proficient in the use of M/S office applications, i.e., Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.
Must be able to work in a team environment.
Education
Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in math, engineering, business, or the sciences.
Full-Time
Security Clearance
groups
Senior-Level
business
On-site
Benefits
We offer competitive salaries commensurate with education and experience. We have an excellent benefits package that includes:
Health & Welfare
Company Paid
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
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.
Annual Leave
Bereavement Leave
Holidays
Jury Duty/Witness Leave
Military Leave
Sick Leave
Location
Aberdeen Office
6200 Guardian Gateway Suite 160
Aberdeen Proving Ground, Maryland 21005-1333
(443) 502-2623
Tracking Number: 052-25-5
