Cost Analyst
Qualis Corporation | Huntsville | apply.workable.com |
Duties and Responsibilities (to include but not be limited to the following): Serve as a Cost Analyst for the Rapid Capabilities and Critical Technologies Office (RCCTO), which is responsible for the rapid and efficient research, develop, prototype, test, evaluate, procure, transition, and/or field critical enabling technologies and capabilities that address near-term and mid-term threats. The candidate will also need to be able travel up to 5% of the time. Primary responsibility will be in support of Business Management Office (BMO) which include:
• Develop cost estimates via Automated Cost Estimating Integration Tool (ACEIT)
• Preparing cost analyses of 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 support for defending cost estimating methodologies
• Develop life cycle cost estimates to determine the total cost of the program
• Support contract cost estimating financial activities 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
• Evaluate impacts on program based on direction and funding adjustments
Requirements
Required Skills:
• Active Secret level security clearance
• Proficient with ACEIT
• Familiarity with Army Acquisition Process
• Knowledge and skill in the application of policies, precedents, methods, and techniques of Army and OSD cost estimating
• Multitasking in a face paced environment
• Self-starter with the ability to independently prioritize and work multiple tasks
• Knowledge of Army acquisition streamlining initiatives including the use of Other Transaction Agreements (OTA).
• Proficiency in MS Office
Required Experience:
• Bachelor’s degree in related field
• 3-5 years of experience in providing cost analysis
• Possess excellent data-gathering, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• Must have knowledge of Cost Accounting Standards and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles Experience in DoD acquisition programs.
Desired Qualifications:
• Providing cost analysis and support to defense programs
• Experience with evaluating projects using different methods and options to determine the most cost-effective solution that meets the required specifications
• Refine and adjust cost models in response to changes in technical specifications, support requirements, design alternatives, engineering, and operational trade-off proposals
• Strong verbal and written communication skills Experience with expedited/rapid acquisition efforts.
• Experience in one or more Army program offices.
Clearance:
• Applicants selected may be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.
EOE/Minorities/Females/Vet/Disabled
Benefits
Qualis Corporation is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse and talented workforce who can contribute to the mission and vision of the Company. Our employees are our greatest asset and we promote a positive work environment, teamwork, professional growth, innovation, community involvement, flexible scheduling and a family-friendly work environment.
• Develop cost estimates via Automated Cost Estimating Integration Tool (ACEIT)
• Preparing cost analyses of 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 support for defending cost estimating methodologies
• Develop life cycle cost estimates to determine the total cost of the program
• Support contract cost estimating financial activities 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
• Evaluate impacts on program based on direction and funding adjustments
Requirements
Required Skills:
• Active Secret level security clearance
• Proficient with ACEIT
• Familiarity with Army Acquisition Process
• Knowledge and skill in the application of policies, precedents, methods, and techniques of Army and OSD cost estimating
• Multitasking in a face paced environment
• Self-starter with the ability to independently prioritize and work multiple tasks
• Knowledge of Army acquisition streamlining initiatives including the use of Other Transaction Agreements (OTA).
• Proficiency in MS Office
Required Experience:
• Bachelor’s degree in related field
• 3-5 years of experience in providing cost analysis
• Possess excellent data-gathering, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• Must have knowledge of Cost Accounting Standards and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles Experience in DoD acquisition programs.
Desired Qualifications:
• Providing cost analysis and support to defense programs
• Experience with evaluating projects using different methods and options to determine the most cost-effective solution that meets the required specifications
• Refine and adjust cost models in response to changes in technical specifications, support requirements, design alternatives, engineering, and operational trade-off proposals
• Strong verbal and written communication skills Experience with expedited/rapid acquisition efforts.
• Experience in one or more Army program offices.
Clearance:
• Applicants selected may be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.
EOE/Minorities/Females/Vet/Disabled
Benefits
Qualis Corporation is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse and talented workforce who can contribute to the mission and vision of the Company. Our employees are our greatest asset and we promote a positive work environment, teamwork, professional growth, innovation, community involvement, flexible scheduling and a family-friendly work environment.
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