Cost Estimator

Overview The position requires at least 7-years of combined industry and government acquisition experience of which 3-years shall include duties/assignments specifically in support of DoW space acquisition programs. Education Required: Bachelor’s degree relevant to their area of expertise limited to the following: Management, Business, Economics, Finance, Accounting, Mathematics, Science, Technology, Engineering, or Statistics. Responsibilities The applicant will be responsible for developing and delivering cost estimates for defense acquisition related projects at the Air Force Research Labs (AFRL) at Kirtland AFB, NM. Applicant should have a thorough understanding of cost estimating, defense acquisition and the Planning, Programming, Budgeting and Execution System (PPBES). Applicant will be responsible for creating estimates using ACEIT, Excel, and other software tools. Applicant will be responsible for collecting, normalizing, and inputting data, cost modeling, performing research, reconciling data/information across multiple systems and reports, utilizing software in the development of analytical models, interpreting results to generate multiple recommended courses of action, building staffing packages, comprehending and applying concepts/guidance, effectively implementing instructions/policies into routine performance, and developing tools/applications to foster efficiency in day-to-day activities. The applicant may be required to work with higher DoW officials and communicate with prime contractor personnel. Skills Required The position requires a minimum of seven (7) years of Government experience in one of the following areas: Cost Estimating, Commitment/Obligation/Expenditure (C/O/E) Reconciliation, and Program Control experience to include Earned Value Management. Possess at least three (3) years of relevant experience supporting DoW space programs or very closely related Government weapon system. Cost estimating experience on Acquisition Category (ACAT)/ Major Defense Acquisition Program (MDAP) within the DoW highly desired. Applicant should be proficient in the use of M/S office applications, i.e., M/S Project, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel. Excellent verbal communication, written, and quantitative analytical skills are required. Applicant must be proficient in performing government cost estimating activities such as cost/price analysis, WBS development, and risk analysis. Familiarity of cost estimating principles/DoW acquisition policies; DoW project management process are desirable. Additionally, a strong working knowledge of ACEIT is highly desirable. Applicant must be able to work in a team environment. U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain DoD Top Secret / Secret Compartmentalized Information (TS/SCI) Clearance required. Education Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in math, engineering, business, or the sciences. Benefits We offer competitive salaries commensurate with education and experience. We have an excellent benefits package that includes: Comprehensive health, dental, life, long and short-term disability insurance 100% Company funded Retirement Plans Generous vacation, holiday and sick pay plans Tuition assistance About Tecolote Research Tecolote Research is a private, employee-owned corporation where people are our primary resource. Our investments in technology and training give our employees the tools to ensure our clients are provided the solutions they need, and our very high employee retention rate and stable workforce is an added value to our customers. Apply now to connect with a company that invests in you. View all career opportunities: www.tecolote.com Follow us on social media: LinkedIn | X @TecoloteInc | Facebook [EOE/Disability/Veterans]