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Cost Analyst SME

KBR


Job Location:

Belleville, IL - USA

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer
Posted: 21 August 2026 (2 days ago)
Application Deadline: 18 November 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Title:

Cost Analyst SME

KBRs National Security Solutions team provides high-end engineering and advanced technology solutions to our customers in the intelligence and national security this position your work will have a profound impact on the countrys most critical role protecting our national security.

Why Join Us

  • Innovative Projects:KBRs work is at the forefront of engineering logistics operations science program management mission IT and cybersecurity solutions.
  • Collaborative Environment:Be part of a dynamic team that thrives on collaboration and innovation fostering a supportive and intellectually stimulating workplace.
  • Impactful Work:Your contributions will be pivotal in designing and optimizing defense systems that ensure national security and shape the future of space defense.

KBR is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Cost Estimating SME to provide expert cost analysis product delivery support to Air Mobility Command (AMC) and Air Force Life Cycle Management Center (AFLCMC) for airlift modernization initiatives associated with the Next Generation Airlift (NGAL) weapon system. The incumbent will develop and deliver NGAL cost estimation products and requirements artifacts supporting NGAL capability alternatives definition evaluation and selection to inform Government-led requirements and acquisition development.

The position serves as an Cost Estimating SME responsible to the AMC customer for providing advanced cost analysis financial modeling and lifecycle cost estimating expertise for potential NGAL capability solutions requirements and options. The incumbent will develop and deliver cost-benefit products related to requirements identification requirements selection and refinement acquisition strategy development schedule and risk management and integration coordination across operational stakeholders. The role enables the selection development and delivery of advanced aircraft capabilities while ensuring compliance with applicable DoW Air Force AMC and AFLCMC acquisition and product delivery frameworks.

Key Responsibilities:
Leads performs and manages NGAL financial analysis ensuring compliance with Department of Defense (DoD) Air Force AMC and AFLCMC policies and regulations using cost estimating tools such as MS Excel with Crystal Ball plug-in Automated Cost Estimating Integrated Tool (ACEIT) etc.
Leverages extensive strategic and tactical airlift experience to shape system requirements
Provides expert operational analysis to inform the Government-led Next Generation Airlift (NGAL) capability development team.
Coordinate with cross-organizational teams including Air Staff MAJCOM headquarters Systems Program Office and operational stakeholders to ensure program objectives are met
Leverage extensive background in aircraft operations flight planning and mission execution to deliver draft Analysis of Alternatives (AoA) Joint Force Requirements Process (JFRP) and System Attributes and Requirements Document (SARD) documentation
Prepare and present detailed analysis results analysis summaries and status reports as required to senior AMC leadership and stakeholders

Work Environment:

  • Location:On-Site
  • Travel Requirements:Minimal 0-20%
  • Working Hours:Standard

Required Qualifications:

  • Bachelors degree in Business Administration Engineering or a related field
  • Minimum of 15 years of experience in cost estimating experience/execution within the DoW
  • In-depth knowledge of DoW policies procedures and regulations related to cost estimation
  • Experience in A3 A4 A5/A8 or equivalent
  • Strong analytical problem-solving and decision-making skills
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced dynamic environment
  • Active Top Secret Clearance with SCI eligibility

Desired Qualifications:

  • Masters degree
  • Certified Cost Estimator/Analyst (CCEA) or equivalent DoW certification
  • Three or more years of experience in Headquarters Air Mobility Command (AMC)
  • Three or more years of experience in SAF/AQ HAF/A3 HAF/A5 and/or HAF/A8
  • Experience working with the Joint Capabilities Integration and Development System (JCIDS) process and documentation
  • Knowledge of DoW 5000.02 and AFLCMC Policies Processes and Procedures

Ready to Make a Difference

If youre excited about making a significant impact in the field of space defense and working on projects that matter we encourage you to apply and join our team at KBR. Lets shape the future together.

Belong Connect and Grow at KBR

At KBR we are passionate about our people and our Zero Harm culture. These inform all that we do and are at the heart of our commitment to and ongoing journey toward being a People First company. That commitment is central to our team of teams philosophy and fosters an environment where everyone can Belong Connect and Grow. We Deliver Together.

KBR is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion disability sex sexual orientation gender identity or expression age national origin veteran status genetic information union status and/or beliefs or any other characteristic protected by federal state or local law.


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