Air Force Cost Estimator

Job Family:

Operational Effectiveness

Travel Required:

Up to 10%

Clearance Required:

Active Secret

What You Will Do:
We’re seeking a skilled and motivated Air Force Cost Estimator to join our team, working alongside Air Force Program Management Offices to help shape the future of national defense. Our clients rely on us to deliver high-quality, data-driven insights that guide billion-dollar decisions. As a trusted advisor, you’ll help ensure taxpayer dollars are spent wisely while supporting the mission of national defense.

In this role, you’ll play a critical part in managing and controlling program costs for cutting-edge Information Technology (IT) and/or weapon system acquisitions throughout their entire lifecycle. Your expertise will directly support strategic decision-making and ensure the success of high-visibility defense programs.

• Develop a wide range of cost analysis products, including: Life Cycle Cost Estimates (LCCEs), Economic Analyses (EAs), Business Case Analyses (BCAs), Analyses of Alternatives (AoAs), What-if Analyses or Rough Order of Magnitudes (ROMs)

• Collaborate closely with Air Force program managers, engineering Leads, contracting officers, and budget analysts

• Provide expert cost advice and insights to senior government leadership

• Contribute to a culture of excellence by applying industry best practices and thought leadership in cost estimating

What You Will Need:

• An ACTIVE and MAINTAINED "SECRET" Federal or DoD security clearance

• Bachelor's degree; FOUR (4) years of additional professional experience in lieu of Bachelor's

• THREE (3) years of professional experience including TWO (2) years of experience with cost estimation, data analytics, statistical analysis, or Excel spreadsheets

• Experience with Air Force Program Office or other DoD programs

What Would Be Nice To Have:

• Certified Cost Estimator/Analyst (CCEA) (or ability to obtain CCEA) via International Cost Estimating and Analysis Association (ICEAA) or equivalent recognized certification authority

• Demonstrated knowledge/experience in Microsoft Office programs (SharePoint, Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel, Access, One Note, etc.)

• Additional relevant certifications and training such as Defense Acquisition Workforce Improvement Act (DAWIA) Level 1+, Certified Defense Financial Manager (CDFM), Project Management, and Lean Six Sigma and similar process improvement techniques

• Experience producing cost estimates in both traditional and agile software development environments; commercial versus organic (DoD) development solutions; and efforts to shift program sustainment and development into a Cloud environment

• Additionally, a general or integrated perspective and/or experience in DoD acquisition, financial management, and cost analysis

• Experience using the following cost estimating tools: ACEIT (Automated Cost Estimating Integrated Tool), SEER-SEM (Software Evaluation and Estimation of Resources – Software Estimating Model), Crystal Ball, TruePlanning

The annual salary range for this position is $89,000.00-$148,000.00. Compensation decisions depend on a wide range of factors, including but not limited to skill sets, experience and training, security clearances, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs.

What We Offer:

Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.

Benefits include:

• Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance

• Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays

• Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus

• Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance

• 401(k) Retirement Plan

• Basic Life & Supplemental Life

• Health Savings Account, Dental/Vision & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts

• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability

• Student Loan PayDown

• Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning Opportunities

• Skills Development & Certifications

• Employee Referral Program

• Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach

• Emergency Back-Up Childcare Program

• Mobility Stipend

About Guidehouse

Guidehouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer–Protected Veterans, Individuals with Disabilities or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.

Guidehouse will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law or ordinance including the Fair Chance Ordinance of Los Angeles and San Francisco.

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