Cost Estimator - Senior

Be the Difference

Astrion offers comprehensive services that boost preparedness, optimize performance, and ensure success across various domains, from Cyber to Digital, Mission and Systems, servicing our nation's Civilian, Defense and Space communities. We support customers with Centers of Excellence in Washington DC, Huntsville, AL and Burlington, MA with an additional 36 locations across the U.S.

Astrion has an exciting opportunity for a Senior Cost Estimator to join the ISR/SOF team in our Air Force Division.

LOCATION: Wright Patterson AFB

JOB STATUS: Full-Time

TRAVEL: 5%

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS:

• Master's or Doctorate Degree in a related field and ten years of experience in the respective technical / professional discipline being performed, five years of which must be in the DoD.
• OR bachelor's degree in a related field and 12 years of experience in the respective technical/professional discipline being performed, five of which must be in the DoD.
• Possess the advanced knowledge, experience, and recognized ability to be considered a highly skilled Cost Estimating Analyst. Must work independently and be able to apply procedures.
• Utilize cost estimating/analysis techniques, including linear regression, confidence intervals, learning curves, and various estimating methods (analogy, grassroots, actual cost, parametric) to develop cost estimates for all phases of Sensors acquisition programs.
• Define Work Breakdown Structures (WBS) and Cost Estimating Structures (CES).
• Perform cost estimating/analysis, including Program Office Estimates (POE), Independent Government Cost Estimates (IGCE), special studies, and milestone reviews.
• Support the development of life cycle cost estimates, "what-if" estimates, Cost as an Independent Variable (CAIV) analyses, should/will cost reviews, Reduction in Total Ownership Costs (RTOC) analyses, and other economic analyses.
• Apply knowledge of Acquisition and Financial Management policies, procedures, regulations, and directives, including:
• Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR)/Defense FAR Supplement (DFARS)
• DoD Financial Management Regulation (FMR) DoD 7000.14-R
• Relevant DAFI and DAFMAN guidance on economic analysis, inflation, cost and planning factors, and cost analysis procedures
• AFLCMC Standard Cost Process
• MILSTD 881D
• Utilize automated management information systems and cost-estimating tools, including:
• Automated Cost Estimating Integrated Tools
• Parametric Review of Information for Costing and Evaluation "True Planning" parametric modeling
• Constructive Cost Model
• Oracle Crystal Ball
• Ensure data accuracy and maintain the integrity of financial databases.
• Support program offices in:
• Program Planning and Budget activities, including developing cost estimates and conducting "should cost"/"will cost" analyses.
• Analyzing Price and Availability (P&A) data and cost proposals to ensure reasonableness.
• Identifying and developing program requirements, cost, schedule, technical, and program risks.
• Prepare program documentation, including program management plans, program baselines, WBSs, and program risk assessments.
• Adhere to the AFLCMC Standard Process for the Annual Program Office Cost Estimate.

What We Offer

• Competitive salaries
• Continuing education assistance
• Professional development allotment
• Multiple healthcare benefits packages
• 401K with employer matching
• Flex time off (FTO) along with a federally recognized holiday schedule

Who We Are

At Astrion, we innovate, elevate, and shape the world of tomorrow. At our core is our purpose to "Be the Difference". This means we encourage our employees to take action and be the driving force for positive change. We foster an environment where innovative solutions flourish and our company continuously evolves.

We have a culture of care, empathy, and making a tangible difference within our organization and communities. We embrace continuous learning, growth, and innovation, and pushing the boundaries of what's possible. We promote collaboration and empowering our teams is at the core of our success.

Join Astrion and Be the Difference in your career and the world!

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