Operations Research Analyst

Modern Technology Solutions - Huntsville, AL

Full-time - Mid Level

Huntsville, AL

11-50 employees

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

The Operations Research Analyst at Modern Technology Solutions, Inc. (MTSI) will play a crucial role in supporting the Army Acquisition Product Manager's Cost Analyst Team. This position involves preparing Life Cycle Cost Estimates and cost models to determine total program costs, as well as providing inputs for Independent Government Cost Estimates and Proposal Evaluations. The analyst will be responsible for articulating and defending cost models and estimates, and will work closely with mid and senior staff personnel to ensure effective communication and understanding of financial analyses.

Responsibilities

• Prepare Life Cycle Cost Estimates and cost models in ACEIT.
• Support the Cost Analyst Team with Independent Government Cost Estimates and Proposal Evaluation inputs.
• Perform parametric cost estimating and life cycle cost analysis.
• Conduct cost risk analysis and performance measurement (earned value).
• Set up cost control systems and monitor costs and schedules on contracts.
• Prepare budgets and schedules for contract work and perform financial analyses.
• Conduct schedule risk assessments to identify and mitigate program cost and scheduling risks.
• Develop and maintain Program Objective Memorandum (POM) briefings.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree with at least 7 years' relevant experience.
• Must have an Active Secret clearance; US Citizenship required.
• At least 3 years' previous experience in an advanced cost analysis/financial position with 1 year of experience using ACEIT.
• Experience generating Life Cycle Cost Estimates and Independent Government Estimates.
• Strong skills in developing alternative solutions for program management challenges.

Nice-to-haves

• Program Executive Office Aviation PMO experience.
• Acquisition Level III Certification.
• Experience supporting program budgeting processes with POM submissions.

Benefits

• Starting PTO accrual of 20 days PTO/year + 10 holidays/year.
• Flexible schedules.
• 6% 401k match with immediate vesting.
• Semi-annual bonus eligibility.
• Company funded Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).
• Up to $10,000 in annual tuition reimbursement.
• Life and disability insurance options.
• Zero deductible Blue Cross/Blue Shield health insurance plan.