Cost Estimator with Security Clearance

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Job description

Thompson Gray is an Equal Opportunity Employer and VEVRAA Federal Contractor. This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation or national origin. Moreover, these regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation national origin, protected veteran status or disability. Thompson Gray, Inc. welcomes minority and veteran applicants. Cost Estimator HR10662 Type: Full-Time Location: Ft. Belvoir, VA Position Description: Thompson Gray is seeking a Cost Estimator to support the Deputy Director for Critical Outcomes and the Business Management Lead in the Army Rapid Capabilities and Critical Technologies Office (RCCTO). The RCCTO mission is to rapidly and efficiently research, develop, prototype, test, evaluate, procure, transition, and/or field critical enabling technologies and capabilities that address near-term, and mid-term threats. This individual provides cost-estimating support for the HQ Business Management office. This person will perform various cost functions involving the formulation, justification, and/or execution of costs (incurred or future) for organizations, programs, or projects. Liberal Teleworking opportunities. The Cost Estimator is responsible for: Developing R&D cost estimates for several prototype projects
Developing life cycle cost estimates to determine the total cost of a program
Preparing estimates for changes in technical and/or funding baselines
Analyzing mission requirements to determine cost parameters, specific cost factors, and relationships to be utilized in constructing a cost model
Providing support in defending cost estimating methodologies
Refining and adjusting cost models in response to changes in technical specifications, support requirements, design alternatives, engineering, and operational trade-offs
Providing detailed cost reports and documentation
Providing advice and technical assistance to functional specialists in identifying and evaluating program cost factors and cost impact on program alternatives
Developing Independent Government Estimates (IGCEs) for R&D prototype projects to support the project managers needs
Required Travel: Little if any Required Skills: Preparing independent government cost estimates (IGCE)
Refine and adjust cost models in response to changes in technical specifications, support requirements, design alternatives, engineering, and operational trade-off proposals
Providing all necessary cost estimating, cost analysis, documentation, and support to RCCTO Army projects/programs
Active secret clearance
Required Experience: Bachelor's degree in related field
4 years of relevant experience providing cost analysis
Experience in DoD acquisition programs. Army experience preferred.
Experience with evaluating projects using different methods and options to determine the most cost-effective solution that meets the required specifications
Use of ACEIT (Automated Cost Estimating Integrated Tools) and Excel in development and review of cost analyses and project cost estimates
Desired Qualifications: Experience with contracts, budget, and the program acquisition processes.
Cost Estimating certifications such as PCE/A or CCE/A.
Experience with Earned Value Management (EVM)
Clearance: Active Secret Clearance required EOE/Minorities/Females/Vet/Disabled For more information, or to apply now, you must go to the website below. Please DO NOT email your resume to us as we only accept applications through our website.

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