Cost Estimator - Journeyman level

Applied Research Solutions•Colorado Springs, CO

About The Position

Applied Research Solutions (ARS) is seeking a Cost Estimator to provide support to Program Executive Office for Nuclear Command, Control, Communications Sustainment Division (NCL). ARS is a world-class provider of technically integrated solutions, delivering premier talent and technology across focused markets for unparalleled, continuous mission support. Awarded a Best Places to Work nominee since 2020, ARS recognizes that employees are crucial to delivering state-of-the-art results. The company provides a culture where employees are challenged to meet career goals and aspirations while maintaining work-life balance. ARS employees are motivated through a competitive benefits package, an awards and recognition program, and personalized attention from ARS Senior Managers.

Requirements

Must be a US citizen
Current Active Top-Secret Clearance
BA/BS degree
3+ years of relevant work experience within a DoD setting
Familiarization with Air Force Cost Estimating practices & techniques
Strong Finance background
Analytical mindset

Responsibilities

Use of routine cost estimating methods such as analogy, engineering or scientific methodology, and extrapolation.
Use of cost estimating outputs to assess the impact various factors have on the costs to design, research, develop, produce, field, operate, maintain, and dispose of a particular weapon system.
Determine the most appropriate phase of the budgetary cycle (planning, programming, justification, execution, etc.) for initiating new programs.
Analyze all elements affecting costs for a project of limited scope.
Analyze Contractor financial data using EVM measures of merit to determine program viability with respect to cost, schedule, and performance.
Use of the Automated Cost Estimating Integrated Tool (ACEIT) Suite to perform all program office estimates and analyses is mandatory use for working in the NC3 Directorate for all cost analysis positions.
Perform analytical processes, such as setting up the problem, conducting background research, collecting and reducing data, displaying data for analysis, formulating mathematical expressions, and drawing conclusions.
Ensure compliance with all cost estimating guidance including the appropriate DoD, Air Force, AFMC, AFNWC, or lower-level policy, publications, supplements, manuals, etc., as well as applicable documents and regulations, systems, processes, and guides, as required.
Perform other duties as assigned.