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Senior Air Force Cost Estimator
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We’re seeking a skilled and motivated Senior 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.
What You Will Do 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
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
ACTIVE and MAINTAINED "SECRET" Federal or DoD security clearance
Bachelor's degree; FOUR (4) years of additional professional experience in lieu of Bachelor's
FIVE (5) 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 ICEAA or equivalent certification authority
Demonstrated expertise in the Microsoft Office suite (SharePoint, Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel, Access, OneNote, etc.)
DAWIA Level 1+, CDFM, Project Management, Lean Six Sigma or similar process improvement techniques
Experience producing cost estimates in traditional and agile software development environments; cloud-transition experience is a plus
Experience in DoD acquisition, financial management, and cost analysis
Experience with cost estimating tools: ACEIT, SEER-SEM, 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
Discretionary variable incentive bonus eligibility
Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance
401(k) Retirement Plan
Life Insurance; Health Savings Account; Flexible Spending Accounts
Disability insurance
Student Loan PayDown; Tuition Reimbursement; Personal Development
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 qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable law.
If you require an accommodation, please contact Guidehouse Recruiting at 1-571-633-1711 or RecruitingAccommodation@guidehouse.com. All information you provide will be kept confidential and used only to provide needed reasonable accommodation.
All recruitment correspondence will come from Guidehouse email domains. Never provide banking information to third parties. If you suspect fraudulent activity, report it to Guidehouse’s Ethics Hotline. For validity checks, contact recruiting@guidehouse.com.
Seniority level : Mid-Senior level
Employment type : Full-time
Job function : Management and Manufacturing
Industries : Business Consulting and Services
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Senior Air Force Cost Estimator
role at
Guidehouse .
We’re seeking a skilled and motivated Senior 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.
What You Will Do 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
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
ACTIVE and MAINTAINED "SECRET" Federal or DoD security clearance
Bachelor's degree; FOUR (4) years of additional professional experience in lieu of Bachelor's
FIVE (5) 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 ICEAA or equivalent certification authority
Demonstrated expertise in the Microsoft Office suite (SharePoint, Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel, Access, OneNote, etc.)
DAWIA Level 1+, CDFM, Project Management, Lean Six Sigma or similar process improvement techniques
Experience producing cost estimates in traditional and agile software development environments; cloud-transition experience is a plus
Experience in DoD acquisition, financial management, and cost analysis
Experience with cost estimating tools: ACEIT, SEER-SEM, 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
Discretionary variable incentive bonus eligibility
Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance
401(k) Retirement Plan
Life Insurance; Health Savings Account; Flexible Spending Accounts
Disability insurance
Student Loan PayDown; Tuition Reimbursement; Personal Development
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 qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable law.
If you require an accommodation, please contact Guidehouse Recruiting at 1-571-633-1711 or RecruitingAccommodation@guidehouse.com. All information you provide will be kept confidential and used only to provide needed reasonable accommodation.
All recruitment correspondence will come from Guidehouse email domains. Never provide banking information to third parties. If you suspect fraudulent activity, report it to Guidehouse’s Ethics Hotline. For validity checks, contact recruiting@guidehouse.com.
Seniority level : Mid-Senior level
Employment type : Full-time
Job function : Management and Manufacturing
Industries : Business Consulting and Services
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