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# Cost Analyst/Financial Management - Subject Matter Expert (FM4)

- **Company:** Tecolote Research
- **Location:** Chantilly, VA, United States
- **Salary:** $130,000.0 - $150,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Data Analysis, Databases, Microsoft PowerPoint
- **Published:** July 16, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/9032576/cost-analystfinancial-management-subject-matter-expert-fm4

## About the Role

+ Master's degree (MA/MS) is required.
 + Minimum 15 years of relevant experience.
 + Expert experience in cost estimating, program management, contract negotiations, and technical reviews across military systems.
 + Extensive knowledge of DoD budgetary principles and procedures.
 + Demonstrated expert knowledge of acquisition management regulations, practices, policies, and procedures, including major system acquisition lifecycle resource planning, Acquisition Program Baseline (APB) development, and PMPs.
 + Highly proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
 + Advanced operational judgment and the skill to recognize when decisions or information should be escalated to higher authorities.
Desired Qualifications
o Proven leadership in directing strategic cost estimates for major defense acquisition programs.
Core Competencies
# Advanced Cost Modeling
# Strategic Acquisition Leadership
# Executive Negotiation Support
# Complex Technical Reviews
Work Environment
@ Will perform duties daily on-site in a customer SCIF.
@ On-site leadership role in a high-visibility environment requiring independent execution and team oversight.
@ Some domestic travel may be required.
Security Clearance

 - Active DoD TS/SCI Security Clearance is required.
 - U.S. citizenship is required.
Salary Range: $130,000 - $150,000/year, DOE.
Bachelor's degree required, preferably in math, engineering, or the sciences.

## Description

* Lead cost support for the Space Systems Command (SSC) SBST mission area, working alongside Program Control Support staff as specified by the Customer.
 * Interface securely and effectively with Space Force project officers, external USG partners, and commercial vendors.
 * Direct cost modeling and execute launch vehicle "quick reaction" scenario studies.
 * Leverage expert subject matter expertise to address complex scenarios presented by SSC and USSF leadership-develop, oversee, and maintain the requisite tools, databases, and systems required to maximize estimate accuracy/reliability while minimizing estimate development time.
 * Provide high-level input to specialized independent cost estimating products with a defined scope and end product on an as-needed basis.
 * Mentor and teach junior analysts and program managers the cost analysis and estimation process, as well as the advanced mathematical concepts underlying them.
 * Utilize advanced modeling and estimation subject matter expertise to coordinate securely with external estimating organizations, including but not limited to the DAF/AFCAA and OSD/CAPE.
 * Oversee data analysis and performance visualization to safeguard government interests.
 * Conduct rigorous evaluation and documentation for high-visibility acquisition strategies.
 * Create advanced cost estimating relationships (CER) through modeling and data analysis, utilizing commercial tools and supporting the Cost Analysis Data Operating Model (CADOM).


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