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Job Title

Cost Analyst

Overview

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Cost Analyst to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for estimating the costs of space systems, including hardware, payloads, launch and ground systems, and services. Your expertise will help ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and meet quality standards. You will utilize advanced analytical methods and collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop accurate and reliable cost estimates for various space-related product lines.

Education Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in a quantitative field such as Engineering, Physics, Operations Research, Cost Analysis, Mathematics, Finance, Economics, or Business Administration.

Clearance Requirements

Top Secret/SCI CI Poly clearance is required.

Work Arrangement

On-Site

Responsibilities

Utilize parametric approaches and space system experience to develop cost estimates using software such as MS Excel, custom code, or FOSS (i.e., R, Python)

Develop and implement tool development to support cost estimating and analysis

Analyze data to include statistical methods and develop cost improvement curve analysis

Evaluate source selection and provide support for cost estimating of Agile Development efforts

Develop and implement method development, including multivariate regression analysis and risk analysis (e.g., Monte Carlo simulation tools)

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure accurate and timely cost estimates

Required Qualifications

At least 4 years of experience in cost analysis or related field

Experience with cost estimating on multiple space-related product lines, including GEOINT, SIGINT, COMM, and resiliency capabilities

Experience with space system cost estimating (e.g., NRO systems, NASA/AF systems)

Experience with launch system cost estimating (e.g., NSSL)

Experience with ground system cost estimating (e.g., mission management/command and control software, processing, ground terminals, communication networks, data centers)

Experience with data collection, normalization, analysis, and method development

Desired Skills

Preference for space system experience, including software estimating

Proficiency with statistical methods and modeling tools

Strong collaboration skills across technical teams

Pay Range

$150,000–$250,000 (annual)

Why Apply

This role offers the opportunity to work on impactful space projects, utilizing advanced analytical techniques and collaborating with a talented team. If you are passionate about space systems and cost analysis, and meet the qualifications, we encourage you to apply and contribute to innovative solutions in this exciting field.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Take2 is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to access job openings or apply for a job on this site as a result of your disability. You can request reasonable accommodations by contacting Careers@Take2it.com .