Job Requirements Eglin, FL Secret Polygraph not specified Early Career (2+ yrs experience) $120,000 - $155,000

Job Description Role:

Senior Cost Analyst Location:

Fort Walton Beach, FL Compensation:

$120,000 - $155,000 +

Benefits Clearance Requirements:

Active Secret Clearance Required Our Client is seeking a Senior Cost Analyst to support one of our large defense clients in Fort Walton Beach, FL. This role will support complex government programs through cost analysis, strategic pricing, financial modeling, and program-level estimating. The Senior Cost Analyst will work closely with systems engineers, logisticians, program managers, and other stakeholders to turn complex technical requirements and historical data into accurate cost estimates and actionable recommendations. Responsibilities Develop Life Cycle Cost Estimates (LCCEs), Independent Cost Estimates (ICEs), and Rough Order of Magnitude (ROM) estimates Apply multiple cost-estimating methodologies based on program requirements Collect, verify, normalize, and analyze large historical datasets Apply inflation indices, learning curves, and advanced risk and uncertainty distributions Partner with systems engineers, logisticians, and program managers to understand technical specifications and program risks Develop customized pricing and cost solutions for program stakeholders Translate complex quantitative data and financial models into clear briefings and reports for senior leadership Support cost analysis and strategic pricing activities in a fast-paced government environment Required Qualifications 3+ years of experience with cost analysis or strategic pricing Experience developing LCCEs, ICEs, ROM estimates, or similar cost products Knowledge of inflation and cost-estimating methodologies Knowledge of Work Breakdown Structure regulatory procedures Ability to collect, verify, and normalize large historical datasets Experience applying inflation indices, learning curves, and advanced risk or uncertainty distributions Ability to translate complex quantitative data and financial models into clear, actionable information Education / Citizenship Bachelor's degree U.S. Citizenship Preferred Qualifications Experience with Earned Value Management applications Experience with data visualization tools, including Microsoft Power BI or Tableau Knowledge of cost-related Contract Data Requirement List (CDRL) template development and modifications Clearance Requirements Active Secret clearance required group id: 10501259 Log in to view the job poster Apply now