Cost Analyst​/Financial Management - Subject Matter Expert; FM

Overview

Our Cost Analyst Subject Matter Expert will lead the development of strategic estimates, optimize acquisition strategies, and ensure technical and financial compliance for high-visibility military systems projects. The role supports programs involved in development and procurement of space vehicles, ground segments, software suites, and integration infrastructure for various programs of the SBST PAE. The support and expertise you provide will directly impact the objectives of national defense and security.

• Lead cost support for the Space Systems Command (SSC) SBST mission area, working alongside Program Control Support staff as specified by the Customer.
• Interface securely and effectively with Space Force project officers, external USG partners, and commercial vendors.
• Direct cost modeling and execute launch vehicle quick reaction scenario studies.
• Leverage expert subject matter expertise to address complex scenarios presented by SSC and USSF leadership—develop, oversee, and maintain the requisite tools, databases, and systems required to maximize estimate accuracy/reliability while minimizing estimate development time.
• Provide high-level input to specialized independent cost estimating products with a defined scope and end product on an as-needed basis.
• Mentor and teach junior analysts and program managers the cost analysis and estimation process, as well as the advanced mathematical concepts underlying them.
• Utilize advanced modeling and estimation subject matter expertise to coordinate securely with external estimating organizations, including but not limited to the DAF/AFCAA and OSD/CAPE.
• Oversee data analysis and performance visualization to safeguard government interests.
• Conduct rigorous evaluation and documentation for high-visibility acquisition strategies.
• Create advanced cost estimating relationships (CER) through modeling and data analysis, utilizing commercial tools and supporting the Cost Analysis Data Operating Model (CADOM).

• Master’s degree (MA/MS) is required.
• Minimum 15 years of relevant experience.
• Expert experience in cost estimating, program management, contract negotiations, and technical reviews across military systems.
• Extensive knowledge of DoD budgetary principles and procedures.
• Demonstrated expert knowledge of acquisition management regulations, practices, policies, and procedures, including major system acquisition lifecycle resource planning, Acquisition Program Baseline (APB) development, and PMPs.
• Highly proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Advanced operational judgment and the skill to recognize when decisions or information should be escalated to higher authorities.

• Proven leadership in directing strategic cost estimates for major defense acquisition programs.

• Advanced Cost Modeling
• Strategic Acquisition Leadership
• Executive Negotiation Support
• Complex Technical Reviews
• Will perform duties daily on-site in a customer SCIF.
• On-site leadership role in a high-visibility environment requiring independent execution and team oversight.
• Some domestic travel may be required.

• Active DoD TS/SCI Security Clearance is required.
• U.S. citizenship is required.

Salary Range: $130,000 – $150,000/year, DOE.

Education:

Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in math, engineering, or the sciences.

Full-Time on-site duties in a secure, government customer facility. On-site leadership in a high-visibility environment with independent execution and team oversight.

We offer competitive salaries commensurate with education and experience. Benefits include:

• Major Medical Insurance for employees and family members
• Dental Insurance for employees and family members
• Vision Insurance for employees (employee-paid for family members)
• Group Life Insurance
• Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance
• Travel Accident Insurance
• Long-Term Disability
• Short-Term Disability
• Supplemental Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (pre-tax deferrals for health care expenses)

• Money Purchase Pension Plan - 100% Company funded defined contribution retirement plan. One-year entry waiting period and 5-year vesting. Core Funds available and a self-directed brokerage account option.
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan - 100% Company funded discretionary contribution. 100% vested after one-year entry waiting period.

Tecolote’s generous paid time off benefits give employees the flexibility they need to relax, recharge and take care of the unexpected.