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Tecolote Research · 1 month ago

Technical Expert/Subject Matter Expert

Washington, DC

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$120K/yr - $160K/yr

20+ years exp

Tecolote Research is a private, employee-owned corporation that values its people and invests in technology and training. They are seeking a Technical Expert / Subject Matter Expert to support a high-visibility Navy program, focusing on developing new cost estimates and providing analytical support for program controls and financial reporting.

AerospaceSoftware

Comp. & Benefits

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Hiring Manager

Emma Godinez

Responsibilities

Lead the development of a new cost estimate from inception for a major Navy program progressing towards Milestone A

In addition, conduct cost and feasibility analyses for complex program alternatives, Program Office budgets, Contractor Proposals, and other high-impact cost-related products

Provide expert-level analytical support for program controls, financial reporting, and budget execution, ensuring the alignment of estimates with program objectives and DoD guidelines

Spearhead the development of the program Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) and play a critical role in crafting the program’s initial Cost Analysis Requirements Description (CARD) and Acquisition Program Baseline (APB)

Engage with senior leadership, stakeholders, and contractors to present, defend, and document cost estimate results, ensuring clarity and confidence in program projections

Qualification

DoD acquisition regulationsLife cycle cost estimationWBS developmentAutomated Cost Estimating Integrated ToolCost estimating certificationMicrosoft Office SuiteQuantitative coursework

Required

Minimum of 20 years of experience in cost estimating and analysis

Extensive expertise in DoD cost estimating and acquisition processes

Ability to lead efforts in creating comprehensive cost models for large-scale programs

Deep understanding of DoD acquisition regulations, processes, and best practices

Proven experience in leading life cycle cost estimate development, including risk/uncertainty analysis and model documentation for large DoD programs

Extensive knowledge of WBS development, particularly with MIL-STD-881

24 semester hours of quantitative course work (mathematics, statistics, engineering, physics, chemistry, etc.) to include at least three hours of college level calculus

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

Active DoD Secret Clearance required

Preferred

Direct experience supporting ACAT 1D acquisition programs

Knowledge & experience estimating costs for advanced missile systems (targeting, guidance, flight control, engine, warhead)

Demonstrated knowledge and experience using the Automated Cost Estimating Integrated Tool (ACEIT) suite to perform cost estimating and analysis tasks

Certification in cost estimating or financial management, such as DAWIA Level III (or equivalent), ICEAA CCEA, CDFM, or related professional credential

TS clearance preferred

Bachelor's degree preferably in math, engineering, business, or the sciences