Operations Research Analyst (Cost Estimating - Subject Matter Expert)

Job Title: Operations Research Analyst (Cost Estimating - Subject Matter Expert)

Job Duties:

Recognized expert in cost estimating, operations research, mathematics, economics, engineering, science, or business fields
Possess extensive expertise to accomplish cost analysis, apply costing methods, research cost analysis models, perform schedule analysis, and conduct quality reviews and estimates of existing or future complex weapon systems
Perform professional and scientific work that involves designing, developing, and adapting mathematical, statistical, econometric, and other scientific methods and techniques
Analyze management problems and provide advice and insight about the probable effects of alternative solutions to these problems
Lead, plan, formulate, and apply mathematical modeling and other optimizing methods to develop and interpret information that assists management with decision making, policy formulation, or other managerial functions
Work independently, conduct strategic high-level coordination activities, and lead teams in solving problems
Specialized related extensive knowledge, skills, and abilities in the analysis field
Provide daily supervision and direction to support teams and junior analysts

Requirements:

Education: Bachelor's Degree in Mathematics, Engineering, Operations Research, Economics, Statistics, or Business Analytics and 18 years experience (Master's Degree or higher with 17 years experience)
Experience: Cost Estimating, Budget/Financial Management, Systems Engineering, or Data Analytics
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Exceptionally strong analytical skills and be detail oriented
Must possess or be eligible to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret clearance

Desired Requirements:

Strong knowledge of MS Office with demonstrated experience in Excel, including advanced functions, pivot tables, and queries
Working knowledge ACEIT, @Risk, Crystal Ball or other similar parametric and cost risk tools
Membership and certification in International Cost Estimating and Analysis Association (ICEAA)
Knowledge of planning, formulating and applying DoD Planning, Programming, Budgeting and Execution System (PPBES) methods to develop and interpret information that assists management with decision making, policy formulation, or other managerial functions
Must Work independently and conduct strategic high-level coordination activities
Must be a self-starter able to support multiple complex projects simultaneously

Vali Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.