Cost Estimator Associate

Job Description: Collaborate with a team of Quantech cost analysts & subject matter experts on a variety of projects-Develop life cycle cost estimates for DoD weapon system programs-Analyze historical data and develop analogies and cost estimating relationships using regression analysis-Understand technology trends and analyze impact on cost-Analyze software program progress tracking tools (JIRA, Microsoft TFS, etc.) and develop metrics and insights for program managers-Interview functional specialists in support of estimating methodology development-Develop risk distributions for cost driver variables & cost estimating relationship equations-Analyze program schedules and quantify schedule uncertainty-Study, analyze, and develop metrics for complex modern software development programs-Build complex spreadsheet-based program cost models used as decision analysis tools-Apply statistics concepts to quantify the probability of success for program budget and schedule plans-Conduct business case analyses, trade studies and economic analyses-Assist program managers in development and execution of contract strategies and program plans

Job Requirements: Cost analysis experience or relevant experience in quantitative analysis positions (economic analysis, analytics, statistics, regression)-Proficient in analyzing datasets and developing statistical models, but also able to tackle problems by thinking outside of the box-Technical fast learner with the ability to communicate with multiple functional teams to gather (programmatic/technical) data and translate it into cost impacts for the government-Experienced problem solver, comfortable working in ambiguous environments with the ability to lead financial focused conversations with cross functional teams-Approachable team player with the skillset to successfully work a variety of projects and take direction from multiple sources at once-Experience/coursework using data science, machine learning, visualization and business intelligence tools a plus-Experience with Agile Software Development and/or Software Acquisition Pathway (SWP) programs Colorado Springs, COOn-Site5 DaysBA/BS in relevant functional fieldMA/MS and 7 Years w 5 in DoD OR BA/BS and 9 Yrs exp w 5 in DoD5 YearsTop Secret Clearance Salary information below is a general guide only. Salaries are commensurate with experience and qualifications, as well as business and market considerations.

Salary Range: $115,000- $135,000We hire Military! Security clearance requiredTOPSECTravelN/A