Cost Estimator V
Cost Estimator V
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Job Description
Overview
Systems Planning and Analysis Inc. (SPA) delivers highimpact technical solutions to complex national security issues. With over 50 years of business expertise and consistent growth we are known for continuous innovation for our government customers in both the US and abroad. Our exceptionally talented team is highly collaborative in spirit and practice producing Results that Matter. Come work with the best! We offer opportunity unique challenges and clearsighted commitment to the mission. SPA: Objective. Responsive. Trusted.
The Space and Intelligence Division provides engineering services and analytic support to the Air Force Space Force Combatant Commands the Intelligence Community and NASA. Our work includes systems engineering and integration test planning and execution cost estimating and analysis developing approaches and concepts to meet emerging high priority National Defense needs and assessing and developing cuttingedge technologies and capabilities to meet those needs.
The Space Systems Group part of SPAs Space and Intelligence Division providestimely and objective assessments and recommendations integrating technical operational programmatic policy and business analysis. We focus on our key clients in the Space community including the US Space Forces Space Systems Command (USSF/SSC) one of the three designated Field Commands under USSF. We work tirelessly to provide integrated solutions based on information and communications throughout the chain of provide clear and consistent analysis and recommendations which are aligned to strategic and leadership goals while balancing the ability to execute on time and on budget within the technical communities.
SPA has an immediate need for a Cost Estimator Vto support a US Space Force customer.
Responsibilities
Position Description
- Using parametric cost models to develop and document cost estimates including software estimation in support of annual military budgets.
- Develop and brief cost models and estimate results to senior government leaders.
- Perform thorough risk analysis.
- Develop statistical relationships through data collection and regression analysis.
- Review Contract Data Requirement Lists for compliance.
- Assess contractor proposals for cost realism and reasonableness.
- Support Program Office meetings cost exclusions analysis briefings Integrated Product Team (IPT) sessions etc.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications:
U.S. Citizenship and an active TS/SCI clearance
Bachelors degree in Business Administration Economics Mathematics Statistics Data Analysis or Engineering; equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered
15 years of experience performing cost estimating experience within the DoD or Intelligence Community
5 years of space cost estimating experience strongly preferred
Excellent interpersonal skills to effectively communicate the results of evaluations and analysis
Strong analytical and creative problemsolving skillset and willingness to work in a team environment
- Reports to El Segundo CA work location up to fulltime based upon the needs of the client
Desired Qualifications:
- Masters degree in Business Administration Economics Mathematics Statistics Data Analysis or Engineering
Experience supporting a program office at Space Systems Command (SSC)
Experience supporting Space/ground software and/or hardware
Certified Cost Estimator/Analyst (CCE/A) or Certified Cost Professional (CCP)
Experience with ACEIT
Experience with SEER PRICE and other Cost Estimating tools
Agile software development and/or rapid acquisition initiatives experience
At SPA we strive to deliver a robust total compensation package that will attract and retain top talent. Elements of the compensation package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities.
SPA provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs generally including health insurance flexible spending accounts health savings accounts retirement savings plans life and disability insurance programs and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work.
The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location date of hire etc.
Please note that the salary information shown below is a general guideline only. Salaries are commensurate with experience and qualifications as well as market and business Pay Transparency Range:190k 220k
Employment Type
Full-Time
