Cost Estimator

Company : Modern Technology Solutions Inc

Job Description - Cost Estimator

We are seeking a highly innovative and motivated Cost Estimator to join our dynamic team at Fort Belvoir, VA, supporting the Project Manager Formation Based Mission Autonomy project office. The Cost Estimator will ensure financial integration of programmatic requirements, both technical and sustainment requirements, align materiel and capability development to enable effective system-of-systems development. This position requires a strategic critical thinker with exceptional organizational skills.

Key Responsibilities:

Develop and review cost analyses in Automated Cost Estimating Integration Tool (ACEIT)
Prepare estimates for changes in technical and/or funding baselines
Analyze mission requirements to determine cost parameters, specific cost factors, and relationships to be utilized in constructing cost models
Provide supporting documents to ~~for~~ defend~~ing~~ cost estimating methodologies
Develop life cycle cost estimates to determine the total cost of the program
Support contract cost estimating financial activities and processing reconciliations
Routinely provide detailed financial reports and documentation
Provide advice and technical assistance to functional specialists in identifying and evaluating program cost factors and cost impact on program alternatives
Develop Independent Government Cost Estimates (IGCE) to support program management needs
Evaluate impacts on program based on direction and funding adjustments.
Ability to support the POM planning cycle.
Required Skills:
Active / Current Secretl security clearance
Proficient with ACEIT
Familiarity with Army Acquisition Process
Knowledge and skill in the application of policies, precedents, methods, and techniques of costing
Ability to project future budgetary requirements based on historical information
Multitasking in a fast-paced environment
Required Travel: 10%

Required Experience:

Bachelor’s degree in related field
5-10 years of relevant experience providing cost analysis
Experience with evaluating projects using different methods and options to determine the most cost-effective solution that meets the required specifications
Experience preparing IGCEs
Refine and adjust cost models in response to changes in technical specifications, support requirements, alternative design, engineering, and operational trade-off proposals
Must have a thorough knowledge of Cost Accounting Standards and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles

Desired Qualifications:

Previous experience providing cost analysis and support to defense acquisition programs
Possess excellent data-gathering, analytical, and problem-solving skills
Strong verbal and written communication skills

Clearance:

Applicants selected will be subject to a validation of their government security clearance and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. A Secret level of clearance is required for this position.

The pay range for this position in Viriginia $140,000/year to $180,000/year; however, base pay offered may vary depending on established government contract ranges, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience, and other factors. MTSI also offers a full range of medical, financial, and other benefits, dependent on the position offered. Base pay information is based on market location. Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis. This posting will be renewed periodically until the position is filled.

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