Senior Operations Research/Cost Analyst

Lead or facilitate the leadership of a team to develop defensible time phased, risk adjusted, documented life cycle cost estimates.Provide thought leadership on project teams to facilitate a sound analysis and development of team members to their fullest extent.Perform a wide variety of cost and economic analyses directly interfacing with government sponsors and assisting the development and presentation of management level briefings as needed.Contribute to studies that quantify best value assessments through affordability analysis that may include parametric cost estimating, life cycle cost analysis, cost estimating relationships and model development, and cost uncertainty and sensitivity analysis.
Qualifications

You meet our minimum qualifications for the job if you have...

• A Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Business, Data Science, Economics, Engineering, Management Science, Mathematics, Operations Research or another related field.
• At least five years of relevant experience in preparing cost estimates and analyses for DoD programs.
• Experience with DoD or Government agency acquisition programs, including milestone reviews, reporting, and budget development.
• Knowledge or training in the use of DoD cost estimating software, models, and databases (e.g. ACEIT, @Risk, Crystal Ball, Price TruePlanning, VAMOSC).
• Demonstrated study leadership, communication, interpersonal, problem solving, and analytical skills.
• The ability to manage multiple priorities in a demanding environment.
• The ability to obtain a final Secret level security clearance by your start date. If selected, you will be subject to a government security clearance investigation and must meet the requirements for access to classified information. Eligibility requirements include U.S. citizenship.You'll go above and beyond our minimum requirements if you have...
  • A Master's degree or higher in Business, Cost Estimating, Data Science, Economics, Engineering, Management Science, Mathematics, or Operations Research.
  • A current certification related to cost estimation/analysis (e.g., Defense Acquisition Workforce Improvement Act (DAWIA) Level III certification, Certified Cost Estimator/Analyst (CCEA).
  • In-depth knowledge and experience in any/all of the following: Life Cycle Cost Estimating, Cost Uncertainty & Risk Analysis, Parametric Estimating Techniques, Multi-Criteria Decision Analysis, Government and Commercial Pricing Requirements, Forecasting, Data Mining, Simulation & Optimization Techniques.
  • In-depth knowledge and experience in the use of DoD cost estimating software, models, and databases (e.g. ACEIT, @Risk, Crystal Ball, Price TruePlanning, VAMOSC).
  • In-depth knowledge and understanding of the DoD 5000 series of systems acquisition polices.
  • Past leadership of DoD Affordability Studies or cost-benefit analysis of MDAP ACAT programs.Why work at APL?The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) brings world-class expertise to our nation's most critical defense, security, space and science challenges. While we are dedicated to solving complex challenges and pioneering new technologies, what makes us truly outstanding is our culture. We offer a vibrant, welcoming atmosphere where you can bring your authentic self to work, continue to grow, and build strong connections with inspiring teammates.At APL, we celebrate our differences and encourage creativity and bold, new ideas. Our employees enjoy generous benefits, including a robust education assistance program, unparalleled retirement contributions, and a healthy work/life balance. APL's campus is located in the Baltimore-Washington metro area. Learn more about our career opportunities at.#LI-AG1
    About Us
    
    APL is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, occupation, marital or familial status, political opinion, personal appearance, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.APL is committed to promoting an innovative environment that embraces diversity, encourages creativity, and supports inclusion of new ideas. In doing so, we are committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals of all abilities, including those with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in any part of the hiring process, please contact Accommodations@jhuapl.edu. Only by ensuring that everyone's voice is heard are we empowered to be bold, do great things, and make the world a better place.The referenced pay range is based on JHU APL's good faith belief at the time of posting. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as geographic location, work experience, market conditions, education/training and skill level with consideration for internal parity. For salaried employees scheduled to work less than 40 hours per week, annual salary will be prorated based on the number of hours worked. APL may offer bonuses or other forms of compensation per internal policy and/or contractual designation. Additional compensation may be provided in the form of a sign-on bonus, relocation benefits, locality allowance or discretionary payments for exceptional performance. APL provides eligible staff with a comprehensive benefits package including retirement plans, paid time off, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, flexible spending accounts, education assistance, and training and development. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis.
    Minimum Rate
    
    $90,000 Annually
    
    Maximum Rate
    
    $230,000 Annually

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