Cost Analyst at IQUASAR LLC

, Virginia, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

11 Jul, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

13 Apr, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Cost estimation, Cost analysis, Resource planning, Parametric modeling, Space systems, Work breakdown structure, Microsoft Excel, R, Python, Risk assessment, Budgeting, Statistical techniques, Data normalization, Forward pricing, Engineering change proposals, Leadership

Industry

Information Technology & Services

Description

Benefits: 401(k) Competitive salary Dental insurance Flexible schedule Health insurance Opportunity for advancement Paid time off Training & development Vision insurance Wellness resources Leffler Consulting is seeking an experienced Cost Analyst in Chantilly, VA. The position focuses on the resource planning, analysis, and execution of large space development, acquisition, and operation programs in support of the Agency Program Office, Directorate, and staff components. An active TS/SCI clearance is required. One of our clients in Chantilly, VA needs a Cost Analyst for a permanent position. Position: Cost Analyst Location: Chantilly, VA Clearance: Top Secret Position Type: Permanent position Travel: None Desired experience: Apply the principles, theories, and methods of cost estimation and analysis Develop cost estimates, collect data, and develop models/methods for space systems and their associated ground and launch systems across multiple space related product lines Perform cost estimating using parametric approaches, with preference for space system experience (including software estimating) Conduct tool development using COTS (i.e., Microsoft Excel), custom code, or FOSS (i.e., R, Python) Utilize product-oriented Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) to evaluate technical baseline, assumptions, and risks Evaluate contractor engineering change proposals Perform forward pricing rate and corporate indirect rate analysis Develop government independent cost estimates Conduct assessments on program cost, technical, and schedule baselines, identify key cost and technical risk areas, and translate the risk areas into program cost impacts Support development of program office estimates to support the annual budget build Affordability assessments Analysis of Alternatives Data collection and normalization Perform cost improvement curve analysis, uncertainty analysis, and inflation analysis Apply advanced statistical techniques and interact with customers and colleagues expertly and effectively to resolve problems Apply leadership skills and the ability to manage competing priorities, multiple tasks, and work environments Required Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in engineering, physics, operations research, cost analysis, mathematics, finance, economics, business administration, or a similar quantitative field preferred. Years of required cost estimating experience vary according to position level Employee Benefits: We offer competitive salaries and a generous benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, disability coverage, paid leave, paid holidays, an employee assistance program, and an employee referral program. If you are interested in this position, please send me a copy of your latest resume at Quadsia.Niaz@iquasar.com with the information requested below: Also, please let me know what time/number is best to call to discuss this great opportunity. In case you are not interested in this position, or this is not a right fit for you, please feel free to share this opportunity with your friends/networks or anyone you know who may be interested in this position. Thank you! Availability to start a new job Best Rates Contact # Please don’t hesitate to contact me with any questions (s) you may have. All employment is decided based on qualifications, merit, and business need. Regards, Collin Lindstrom Talent Acquisiton Specialist Representing: Leffler Consulting Direct: 703-454- 0067 Collin.lindstrom@iquasar.com www.lefflerconsulting.com An Equal Opportunity Employer: Leffler Consulting is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, political affiliation, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, marital/parental /veteran status, disability, genetic information, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, military service, other non-merit factors, or any other applicable characteristics protected by law.

Responsibilities

The Cost Analyst will perform resource planning, cost estimation, and analysis for large-scale space development and acquisition programs. They are responsible for developing cost models, evaluating technical baselines, and conducting risk assessments to support annual budget builds.