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Cost Analyst

Qualis Corporation

Huntsville, alabama


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Full Job Description

Duties and Responsibilities (to include but not be limited to the following):  Serve as a Cost Analyst for the Rapid Capabilities and Critical Technologies Office (RCCTO), which is responsible for the rapid and efficient research, develop, prototype, test, evaluate, procure, transition, and/or field critical enabling technologies and capabilities that address near-term and mid-term threats. The candidate will also need to be able travel up to 5% of the time. Primary responsibility will be in support of Business Management Office (BMO) which include:

  • Develop cost estimates via Automated Cost Estimating Integration Tool (ACEIT)
  • Preparing cost analyses of changes in technical and/or funding baselines 
  • Analyze mission requirements to determine cost parameters, specific cost factors, and relationships to be utilized in constructing cost models 
  • Provide support for defending cost estimating methodologies 
  • Develop life cycle cost estimates to determine the total cost of the program 
  • Support contract cost estimating financial activities Routinely provide detailed financial reports and documentation 
  • Provide advice and technical assistance to functional specialists in identifying and evaluating program cost factors and cost impact on program alternatives 
  • Evaluate impacts on program based on direction and funding adjustments 

Requirements

Required Skills:

  • Active Secret level security clearance
  • Proficient with ACEIT
  • Familiarity with Army Acquisition Process
  • Knowledge and skill in the application of policies, precedents, methods, and techniques of Army and OSD cost estimating
  • Multitasking in a face paced environment
  • Self-starter with the ability to independently prioritize and work multiple tasks
  • Knowledge of Army acquisition streamlining initiatives including the use of Other Transaction Agreements (OTA).
  • Proficiency in MS Office

Required Experience:

  • Bachelor’s degree in related field
  • 3-5 years of experience in providing cost analysis
  • Possess excellent data-gathering, analytical, and problem-solving skills
  • Must have knowledge of Cost Accounting Standards and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles Experience in DoD acquisition programs. 

Desired Qualifications:

  • Providing cost analysis and support to defense programs
  • Experience with evaluating projects using different methods and options to determine the most cost-effective solution that meets the required specifications 
  • Refine and adjust cost models in response to changes in technical specifications, support requirements, design alternatives, engineering, and operational trade-off proposals
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills Experience with expedited/rapid acquisition efforts.
  • Experience in one or more Army program offices.

Clearance:

  • Applicants selected may be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

EOE/Minorities/Females/Vet/Disabled

Benefits

Qualis Corporation is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse and talented workforce who can contribute to the mission and vision of the Company. Our employees are our greatest asset and we promote a positive work environment, teamwork, professional growth, innovation, community involvement, flexible scheduling and a family-friendly work environment.

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