Affordability Cost Modeler Engineer
$68,900–$131,100 year
On-siteTucson, Arizona, United States
Job Summary
Develop and execute cost models for development, production, and sustainment forecasting by populating inputs with validated engineering, operations, supplier, and financial data. Identify key cost drivers and evaluate how technical or manufacturing decisions influence cost outcomes through Design-to-Cost, Cost-as-an-Independent-Variable, and lifecycle cost modeling analyses. Apply statistical methods such as trend analysis, regression, and variance assessment to support Business Case Analyses and cost-reduction opportunity evaluations. Maintain traceable data, assumptions logs, and documentation to ensure model credibility while collaborating with Affordability Leads and senior Modelers to align outputs with program requirements. Requires an active Top Secret security clearance and onsite work in Tucson, AZ.
Required Qualifications
- U.S. citizen, U.S. person, or immigration status requirements
- The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance
- Active and existing security clearance
- Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM)
- A minimum of 2 years prior relevant experience
- Experience in engineering, manufacturing, and/or supply-chain environments or concepts
- Experience with analysis in at least one of the following: cost modeling, economics, statistics, and/or quantitative data interpretation
- Active and transferrable Top Secret security clearance
- Degree or advanced degree in Mathematics, Data Analytics, Economics, Industrial Engineering, Operations Research, Business Analytics, or a related analytical field
- Exposure to cost analysis, operations research, engineering economics, or related disciplines
- Experience with data analysis tools such as Python, R, MATLAB, Tableau, or Power BI
- Proficiency with Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, formulas, charts)
- Ability to communicate technical and cost concepts clearly to internal teammates
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail in documenting assumptions and processes
- Onsite location in Tucson, AZ
Desired Qualifications
- Experience with analysis in at least one of the following: cost modeling, economics, statistics, and/or quantitative data interpretation
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