Cost Estimator
Apply NowCompany: SixGen, Inc.
Location: Annapolis, MD 21401
Description:
We are seeking an experienced Cost Estimator to support the Maryland Procurement Office (MPO) customer. This position will develop and present Life Cycle Cost Estimates (LCCE) and will have a strong focus on EVM for Multiple Defense Acquisition Programs.
This role resides in our SETA Divisionand reports to our Director of Program Communications. This position is on site in the Fort Meade area with no travel requirement.
SIXGEN supports cyber and intelligence missions by serving government and commercial organizations as they overcome global cybersecurity challenges. Our highly skilled operators conduct research and assessments based on real-world threats. We simulate adversaries and malicious actors to report details and actionable findings on critical assets and infrastructures. Our program planners advise mission owners to bring rapid solutions to intelligence mission leaders. Using innovative processes, tools, and techniques, we predict and overcome cybersecurity vulnerabilities. Our successes are supported by our diverse team of experienced, technical talent. SIXGEN, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disabled Employer.
Core Responsibilities:
Required Skills and Experience:
Additional Details
Compensation & Benefits
We are committed to fostering an inclusive culture that values diversity in our people, reflecting the communities we serve and our customer base. We strive to attract and retain a diverse talent pool and create an environment where everyone is empowered to be their authentic selves at work.
SIXGEN is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We ensure that all applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, marital status, ancestry, projected veteran status, or any other protected group or class.
This role resides in our SETA Divisionand reports to our Director of Program Communications. This position is on site in the Fort Meade area with no travel requirement.
SIXGEN supports cyber and intelligence missions by serving government and commercial organizations as they overcome global cybersecurity challenges. Our highly skilled operators conduct research and assessments based on real-world threats. We simulate adversaries and malicious actors to report details and actionable findings on critical assets and infrastructures. Our program planners advise mission owners to bring rapid solutions to intelligence mission leaders. Using innovative processes, tools, and techniques, we predict and overcome cybersecurity vulnerabilities. Our successes are supported by our diverse team of experienced, technical talent. SIXGEN, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disabled Employer.
Core Responsibilities:
- Analyze business and financial data to obtain a basis for decision making through application of modeling and measuring techniques and a variety of analysis methods
- Collect, organize, analyze, and document data (including cost, programmatic, and technical data)
- Apply analytic processes to data sets and provide solutions, including alternatives, to decision makers
- Cost estimation and analysis including Life Cycle Cost Estimates (LCCEs)Advise on cost analysis and estimation
- Develop cost estimation relationships and factors
- Prepare and present briefings on cost estimation, LCCEs, analysis of cost, etc.
Required Skills and Experience:
- BS/BA in Engineering, Operational Research, Cost Estimation, Mathematics, Finance, Economics, or Business Administration and 18 semester hours in quantitative analysis courses.
- Minimum of five (5) years of Department of Defense (DoD) or Intelligence Community (IC) acquisition cost analysis/estimating experience (excluding EVM, cost performance report analysis, and cost proposal preparation experience) demonstrating progressively more responsible assignments. At least three (3) of the five (5) years must be on business major automated information systems.
- Managed or provided leadership or direction for preparation of cost estimates.
- Planned, developed, and documented a defendable, realistic LCCE as an Independent Cost Estimator (ICE), Component Cost Analysis (CCA), or Program Office Estimate (POE) within the DoD or IC.
- Documented Cost Estimate and presented to a Program Management Office or Program Executive Office
- Experience with development and analysis of a Cost Analysis Requirements Description (CARD) or IC Baseline Description (ICBD).
- Research in the cost analysis field.
- International Cost Estimating and Analysis Association (ICEAA) certification is DESIRED.
Additional Details
- Job Location: On Site - Annapolis Junction, MD
- Clearance Requirement: TS/SCI/FSP (CI may be considered)
- Travel: None outside local area; local travel very minimal
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive salary
- Employer-paid health insurance premiums (medical, dental, vision)
- Employer-paid short/long term disability insurance and basic life/AD&D insurance
- 401K with a 4% employer contribution
- Professional development reimbursement options available (training, certification, education, etc)
- Flexible and remote work policies for most positions
- Paid Time Off (PTO) at a rate of three (3) weeks plus one (1) day per year of service up to four (4) weeks annually
- 11 paid holidays per calendar year
We are committed to fostering an inclusive culture that values diversity in our people, reflecting the communities we serve and our customer base. We strive to attract and retain a diverse talent pool and create an environment where everyone is empowered to be their authentic selves at work.
SIXGEN is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We ensure that all applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, marital status, ancestry, projected veteran status, or any other protected group or class.