Cost Estimator - Aberdeen Proving Ground, United States - Na Oiwi Kane

Na Oiwi Kane

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Aberdeen Proving Ground, United States

3 weeks ago

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Mark Lane

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Description

Tactica Solutions LLC is seeking a Cost Estimator to support the Army Rapid Capabilities and Critical Technologies Office (RCCTO) Deputy Director, Rapid Acquisition Prototyping and Project Office (RAPPO) and Deputy Director, Advanced Concepts and Critical Technologies (ACCT) Office. 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 will provide cost-estimating support and various cost functions involving the formulation, justification, and/or execution of costs (incurred or future) for programs and projects. Teleworking is available based on mission requirements. Primary reporting location will be Aberdeen Proving Ground with occasional in person support required Ft. Belvoir with a minimum of four in-person support days per month

Duties and Responsibilities

The Cost Estimator is responsible for:

Developing R&D cost estimates for 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 tradeoffs
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 management needs

Job Requirements:

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 tradeoff 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 costeffective 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)

Required Security Clearance:
Active Secret

Job Location:
Aberdeen Proving Ground, Maryland

Travel:
Occasional in person support required Ft. Belvoir with a minimum of four in-person support days per month.

Please note: Tactica Solutions LLC reserves the right to change or modify job duties and assignments at any time. The above job description is not all encompassing. Position functions and qualifications may vary depending on business needs._

Job Snapshot:

Employee Type:
Full-Time

Location:
Aberdeen Proving Ground, Maryland, MD (Onsite)

Job Type:
Accounting, Finance

Experience:
Not Specified

Date Posted: 05/22/2024