Cost Estimator

Global Science & Technology•Silver Spring, MD

9d•Hybrid

About The Position

GST is seeking a highly skilled Cost Estimator to serve as a strategic advisor to a Federal Program Management Office (PMO). In this capacity, you will be responsible for the end-to-end development, validation, and defense of cost estimates that underpin critical acquisition decisions. This position is located in Silver Spring, MD and has been approved for a hybrid work schedule. The successful candidate will move beyond simple spreadsheet modeling to provide "decision-quality" analysis. You will help the government navigate complex fiscal environments by ensuring all estimates are comprehensive, accurate, well-documented, and credible-the four characteristics of a high-quality cost estimate defined by the GAO.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in Operations Research, Mathematics, Economics, Industrial Engineering, Finance, or a related quantitative discipline.
8-12 years of experience, including leadership in developing estimates for major ACAT I or II programs.
Deep understanding of the GAO Cost Estimating and Assessment Guide, FAR Part 15 (Contracting by Negotiation), and DoD 5000.02 policies.
Expert proficiency in ACEIT (Automated Cost Estimating Integrated Tools) is highly desired.
Proficiency in Crystal Ball, @Risk, or SEER suite.
Advanced mastery of Microsoft Excel is mandatory (e.g., array formulas, VBA macros for automation, complex pivot tables, data modeling).
Familiarity with Microsoft Project or Primavera to understand the link between schedule duration and cost (marching army costs).

Nice To Haves

Master's degree preferred.

Responsibilities

Life Cycle Cost Estimates (LCCE) covering R&D, operations & support (O&S), and disposal costs.
Collaborate with engineers to develop and maintain a product-oriented Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) and Cost Element Structure (CES)
Apply a mix of estimating methodologies based on data maturity, including: Parametric, Analogy, and Engineering Build-Up
Research and collect historical cost, technical, and programmatic data from sources
Software Cost Estimating Risk, Uncertainty, & Sensitivity Analysis, including Monte Carlo Simulation, Risk Register Integration, Sensitivity Analysis, and perform integrated cost-schedule risk analysis to predict the probability of meeting both cost and schedule targets simultaneously.
Prepare budget quality defense exhibits and briefing materials for the Planning, Programming, Budgeting, and Execution (PPBE) process (e.g., POM slides, Exhibit 300s).
Analyze Cost Performance Index (CPI) and Schedule Performance Index (SPI) to forecast Estimates at Completion (EAC).
Conduct Cost Analysis Requirements Description (CARD)