Cost Analyst

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.