Jr. Cost Estimator

Overview This position supports the Air Force Laboratory, applicant must have the ability to gather and analyze technical, programmatic, schedule, labor and cost data. The position requires 1-5 years of experience in combined industry and government system acquisition experience. Responsibilities The applicant will be responsible for collecting program and cost data, developing cost estimating relationships as well as creating and presenting defense acquisition cost estimates. The applicant should be familiar with stochastic modeling and understand how to apply sophisticated statistical and analytical techniques and convey the meaning of the results to DOD decision makers. Applicant will be responsible for creating and documenting estimates using Automated Cost Estimating Integrated Tools (ACEIT) software (www.aceit.com). The applicant may be required to work with higher DoD officials and communicate with prime contractor personnel. U.S. Air Force The Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) leads the discovery, development, and integration of affordable warfighting technologies for the U.S. Air Force and U.S. Space Force and is responsible for planning and executing science and technology (SandT) programs . The directorate's mission is to develop and transition technologies that provide space-based capabilities to the United States and its allies to maintain space superiority. It serves as a bridge between basic scientific discovery and the delivery of affordable, resilient warfighting technologies to the Air Force and Space Force. Skills Required Applicants must have the ability to gather and analyze technical, programmatic, schedule, labor and cost data to support the development of various different types of cost estimates. Problem solving and analytical thinking is an absolute must. It is desirable that applicants must have an understanding of developing and/or performing cost estimates, and developing Work Breakdown Structures (WBS). It is also desirable that applicants also be familiar with statistics, cost estimating principles/ DoD acquisition policies and have a working knowledge of the DoD acquisition and project management process. Working knowledge of earned value management, scheduling, and the DoD Budget cycle is preferred. Applicant should be proficient in the use of M/S office applications, i.e., M/S PowerPoint, Word, and very proficient using Excel. Experience with Microsoft PowerBI a plus. Excellent verbal communication, written, and quantitative analytical skills are required. The position requires 1-5 years of experience in combined industry and government system acquisition experience. Applicant must be able to work in a team environment. Applicants must be able to obtain a security clearance. U.S. citizenship required. Education Bachelors degree required, preferably in math, engineering, business, or the sciences. Benefits We offer competitive salaries commensurate with education and experience. We have an excellent benefits package that includes: Comprehensive health, dental, life, long and short-term disability insurance 100% Company funded Retirement Plans Generous vacation, holiday and sick pay plans Tuition assistance About Tecolote Research Tecolote Research is a private, employee-owned corporation where people are our primary resource. Our investments in technology and training give our employees the tools to ensure our clients are provided the solutions they need, and our very high employee retention rate and stable workforce is an added value to our customers. Apply now to connect with a company that invests in you. View all career opportunities: www.tecolote.com Follow us on social media: LinkedIn | X @TecoloteInc | Facebook [EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans]