Cost Analyst SME
Core
Develop and deliver cost estimation products and requirements artifacts for the Next Generation Airlift (NGAL) weapon system to support capability alternatives definition, evaluation, and selection for Air Mobility Command.
Role type
Senior Cost Estimating Subject Matter Expert (SME)
Builds
Cost-benefit products, Analysis of Alternatives (AoA), Joint Force Requirements Process (JFRP), and System Attributes and Requirements Document (SARD) for advanced aircraft capabilities
Domain
National Security / Defense Acquisition / Airlift Modernization
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Cost estimating execution, Financial modeling, Lifecycle cost estimating, Strategic and tactical airlift experience, Operational analysis, Requirements identification and selection, Acquisition strategy development, Schedule and risk management, Integration coordination, MS Excel with Crystal Ball plug-in, Automated Cost Estimating Integrated Tool (ACEIT)
Preferred skills
Master's degree, Certified Cost Estimator/Analyst (CCEA), Headquarters Air Mobility Command experience, SAF/AQ, HAF/A3, HAF/A5, HAF/A8 experience, Joint Capabilities Integration and Development System (JCIDS) process knowledge, DoW 5000.02 and AFLCMC policies knowledge
Technologies
MS Excel, Crystal Ball plug-in, Automated Cost Estimating Integrated Tool (ACEIT)
Responsibilities
Lead and manage NGAL financial analysis ensuring compliance with DoD, Air Force, AMC, and AFLCMC policies; Shape system requirements leveraging strategic and tactical airlift experience; Provide expert operational analysis to inform NGAL capability development; Coordinate with cross-organizational teams including Air Staff and Systems Program Office; Prepare and present detailed analysis results and status reports to senior AMC leadership
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC
