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Modern Technology Solutions, Inc. (MTSI) is seeking a Cost Estimator in Aberdeen Proving Ground. 

Why is MTSI known as a Great Place to Work?

Interesting Work:  Our co-workers support some of the most important and critical programs to our national defense and security.  Values: Our first core value is that employees come first.  We challenge our co-workers to provide the highest level of support and service, and reward them with some of the best benefits in the industry. 100% Employee Ownership: we have a stake in each other's success, and the success of our customers.  It's also nice to know what's going on across the company; we have company wide town-hall meetings three times a year.  Great Benefits - Most Full-Time Staff Are Eligible for: Starting PTO accrual of 20 days PTO/year + 10 holidays/yearFlexible schedules6% 401k match with immediate vestingSemi-annual bonus eligibility (July and December)Company funded Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) - a separate qualified retirement accountUp to $10,000 in annual tuition reimbursementOther company funded benefits, like life and disability insuranceOptional zero deductible Blue Cross/Blue Shield health insurance planTrack Record of Success:  We have grown every year since our founding in 1993

Modern Technology Solutions, Inc. (MTSI) is a 100% employee-owned engineering services and solutions company that provides high-demand technical expertise in Digital Transformation, Modeling and Simulation, Rapid Capability Development, Test and Evaluation, Artificial Intelligence, Autonomy, Cybersecurity and Mission Assurance.

MTSI delivers capabilities to solve problems of global importance. Founded in 1993, MTSI today has employees at over 20 offices and field sites worldwide.

For more information about MTSI, please visit www.mtsi-va.com.

Responsibilities:

Support the Army Rapid Capabilities and Critical Technologies Office (RCCTO) Deputy Director, Rapid Acquisition Prototyping and Project Office (RAPPO) and Deputy Director, Advanced Concepts and Critical Technologies (ACCT) Office. The RCCTO mission is to rapidly and efficiently research, develop, prototype, test, evaluate, procure, transition, and/or field critical enabling technologies and capabilities that address near-term, and mid-term threats. This individual will provide cost-estimating support and various cost functions involving the formulation, justification, and/or execution of costs (incurred or future) for programs and projects. Teleworking is available based on mission requirements.  Primary reporting location will be Aberdeen Proving Ground with occasional in person support required Ft. Belvoir with a minimum of four in-person support days per month.

The Cost Estimator is responsible for:

Developing R&D cost estimates for prototype projectsDeveloping life cycle cost estimates to determine the total cost of a programPreparing estimates for changes in technical and/or funding baselines Analyzing mission requirements to determine cost parameters, specific cost factors, and relationships to be utilized in constructing a cost model Providing support in defending cost estimating methodologies Refining and adjusting cost models in response to changes in technical specifications, support requirements, design alternatives, engineering, and operational trade-offs Providing detailed cost reports and documentation Providing advice and technical assistance to functional specialists in identifying and evaluating program cost factors and cost impact on program alternatives Developing Independent Government Estimates (IGCEs) for R&D prototype projects to support management needsPreparing independent government cost estimates (IGCE)Refine and adjust cost models in response to changes in technical specifications, support requirements, design alternatives, engineering, and operational trade-off proposals Providing all necessary cost estimating, cost analysis, documentation, and support to RCCTO Army projects/programs

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in related fieldActive Secret Clearance4 years of relevant experience providing cost analysis Experience in DoD acquisition programs. Army experience preferred.Experience with evaluating projects using different methods and options to determine the most cost-effective solution that meets the required specifications Use of ACEIT (Automated Cost Estimating Integrated Tools) and Excel in development and review of cost analyses and project cost estimates

Desired Qualifications:

Experience with contracts, budget, and the program acquisition processes.Cost Estimating certifications such as PCE/A or CCE/A.Experience with Earned Value Management (EVM)

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