Cost Analyst

Systems Planning & Analysis

. Serve as primary point-of-contact for cost-related activities on assigned program .

Posted 11/2/2026full-timeAlexandria • Virginia • United StatesSeniorLead💰 $120,000 - $165,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Lifecycle Cost Estimates, Independent Government Cost Estimates, and risk analysis while effectively managing customer relationships and mentoring team members. Proficient in data analysis and financial performance monitoring within government program environments.

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Lifecycle Cost Estimates (LCCE)Independent Government Cost Estimates (IGCE)Cost Estimating Tools (Crystal Ball, @Risk, SEER-SEM, ACEIT)15+ Years of Government Program Cost Estimation ExperienceCertified Cost Estimator/Analyst (CCEA)

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Hard Skills

Cost/Benefit AnalysisData Collection and ModelingRisk AnalysisSensitivity AnalysisNet Present Value (NPV) EvaluationCost EstimationFinancial Performance Monitoring

Soft Skills

Excellent Communication SkillsMentoring and Training Guidance

Tools & Technologies

MS ExcelMS PowerPointMS Products

Certifications & Qualifications

Certified Cost Estimator/Analyst (CCEA)

Industry Keywords

Federal Aviation Administration ProgramsGovernment Acquisition ProcessPublic Trust Clearance

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as primary point-of-contact for cost-related activities on assigned program
Lead and develop Lifecycle Cost Estimates (LCCE’s), Independent Government Cost Estimates (IGCE’s), Alternative Analysis, Cost/Benefit Analysis, and business case support
Collect data and develop models
Manage databases and normalize data
Perform risk analysis and sensitivity analysis
Conduct net present value (NPV) acquisition/contract evaluation
Monitor cost and financial performance
Participate in technical working groups with engineering, budget, schedule, and acquisition team members
Provide mentoring and training guidance to fellow team members
Manage customer relationships and expectations

Requirements

What you’ll need

Must meet eligibility requirements for a U.S. Public Trust clearance
15+ years of experience in government program cost estimation roles
Strong proficiency in MS Excel, MS PowerPoint, and other MS Products
Strong analytical background in gathering and interpreting complex amounts of data
Excellent communication skills
Experience working on Federal Aviation Administration programs
Analytical involvement with government acquisition process
Proficiency in cost estimating and risk tools such as Crystal Ball, @Risk, SEER-SEM, and/or ACEIT
Master's degree required; focus in Economics, Mathematics, Operational Research, Engineering, Business, or Finance preferred
Certified Cost Estimator/Analyst (CCEA®)

Benefits

Comp & perks

Variable compensation opportunities
Health insurance
Flexible spending accounts
Health savings accounts
Retirement savings plans
Life insurance
Disability insurance
Paid time away from work
Unpaid time away from work