Cost Analyst

Job Description

Job Description

Job Description:Systems Technology & Research, Inc. (STaR) is seeking a Cost Analyst in the Huntsville, AL area to support an Army Aviation Project Office located at Redstone Arsenal, AL. The successful candidate should be a highly motivated self-starter capable of managing multiple tasks and efforts. Responsibilities include but are not limited to leading cost estimating activities, guiding program cost strategy, and providing expert-level analytical insights to government stakeholders and executive leadership. This role requires strong technical proficiency in cost modeling, life‑cycle cost analysis, and risk assessment, with the ability to communicate complex financial and engineering data clearly and effectively. The Cost Analyst serves as a subject-matter expert, mentor, and key contributor to program cost decisions. This opportunity is an in-person/on-site position.Qualifications/Experience:Bachelor 's degree required with 5 years of relevant Program Office experienceWorking knowledge of Department of War (DoW) acquisition policies and the DoW acquisition and project management processKnowledge of overall life cycle cost analysis and economic analysis functions to include cost modeling, development of cost estimating methodologies and their applications, and estimating the cost of major weapon systemsAbility to learn and develop skills in maintaining a standardized life cycle cost model for project managers and cost analysis personnel for use in preparing baseline cost and independent cost estimatesAbility to understand technical baselines and formulate technical judgmentsAbility to translate technical and financial risk into cost estimates including risk application to provide estimate confidence, along with budgeting, planning, programing budgeting systems, the acquisition process, and logistics support processesAbility to learn and develop skills in applying complex mathematical and statistical theories, principles, and practices of operations research for application to the development and adjustment of Cost Estimating Relationships, relating cost to physical and performance variables by mathematical expressions such as regression analysis, sensitivity analysis, trend analysis, and uncertainty analysisAbility to learn and develop skills in life cycle cost analysis methodology and mathematical modeling for major studies required to provide management with alternative solutions to problems for assigned weapon systemsStrong understanding of program management principles and practicesStrong communication and interpersonal skillsAbility to work effectively with cross-functional teamsAbility to work independently and as part of a team, occasionally in the absence of direct oversightAbility to work under pressure and meet deadlinesFamiliarity of Microsoft Programs, to include, but not limited to Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel, etc.Possess an active DoW SECRET security clearance or the ability to obtainResponsibilities:Support program office and life-cycle cost estimate activitiesApply operations research/statistical/mathematical methodologies and techniques to develop cost positions/independent government cost estimatesCollect, normalize, and analyze complex data; uses critical thinking to synthesize information from multiple sources and effectively capture analyzed data in an understandable format such as Microsoft Excel or PowerPointAssist in forecasting future funding needsConduct research and analysis of studies designed to produce effective and efficient cost analysis within an assigned area.Analyze and apply current procedures, policies, directivesIdentify areas of analysis and formulate basic study objectives based on current cost review policies and cost objectivesPerform data evaluation, produce reports, and present findings to management with recommendationsWork and communicate effectively both independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced, rapidly changing environment reacting quickly to changing requirements and schedulesComprehend Statements of Work, Performance Work Statements, Performance Specifications, Contract Data Requirement Listings, Earned Value data, and related DoW contractual documents Systems Technology & Research, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, religion, gender, gender identity, age, veteran status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status or disability (in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act) with respect to employment opportunities. For more information go to U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission.As an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, we are additionally committed to providing reasonable accommodations to ensure all qualified applicants have the ability to be considered for employment. If a disability prevents you from participating in any step of the hiring process, please contact our HR team at [email protected] to request reasonable accommodation.