What are the responsibilities and job description for the Business Process/Operations Engineer position at Brandes Associates Inc.?
Overview
BAI, a defense contractor, is seeking a Test and Evaluation oriented Cost Engineer with 8 years of experience for our expanding workforce supporting the business process development. The focus of effort supports the reuse of evolving Sea Range Future Capabilities for Systems Under Test requiring integrated instrumentation surface platform stimulation/simulation and data collection resources at Point Mugu Ca. Opportunities for career advancement, excellent benefits and long-term stability are some of the advantages of our growing, employee-focused company.
Salary
The typical annual salary range for this position is $100,000.00 USD to $140,000.00 USD. Salary will be based on current qualifications, directly related experience, geographic location, and possible contractual requirements which could fall outside of this range.
Responsibilities
Cost Development & Pricing:
- Establish fully burdened cost rates for range capabilities, instrumentation, and support services
- Develop cost models that capture direct costs (labor, materials, range time) and indirect costs (facilities, maintenance, overhead)
- Create standardized pricing structures for different test event types
- Ensure pricing covers cost recovery while remaining competitive and technologically relevant
Financial Planning & Sustainment:
- Structure reimbursable agreements that fund both immediate test services AND capability sustainment/improvements
- Develop business cases showing how external funding supports capability maintenance and modernization
- Track cost performance against reimbursable work
- Forecast revenue streams from planned test events
Customer Interface:
- Work with Systems Under Test (SUT) program offices to scope test requirements
- Translate technical test needs into cost estimates and funding requirements
- Support the negotiation of terms for reimbursable test support agreements
Capability Investment Analysis:
- Analyze which capability improvements can be funded through reimbursable work
- Assess affordability of maintaining/upgrading instrumentation packages and test platforms
- Support ROI analysis for capability investments
Qualifications
- Minimum of 8 years’ of experience in cost engineering, financial analysis, or a related field, preferably within a government contracting environment or defense sector
- Experience in cost modeling, financial planning, and pricing strategy development for complex technical projects
- Ability to analyze complex financial data and create accurate and detailed cost estimates
- Experience in managing multiple projects simultaneously and meeting deadlines
- Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel and competence with other financial modeling applications
- Knowledge of Earned Value Management (EVM)
- Familiarity with DoD pricing regulations, FAR, and DFARS
- Ability to clearly present cost estimates and financial proposals to stakeholders at various levels
- Capability to collaborate with SUT program offices, negotiate terms, and manage client expectations effectively
Desired Experience
- Experience with Department of Defense (DoD) projects, especially those involving electronic warfare systems, would be highly advantageous
- Certified Cost Estimator/Analyst (CCEA) or similar certification is preferred
- DAWIA (DoD) Certifications:
- Program Management
- Engineering (SPRDE)
- Test & Evaluation
- Financial Management
EDUCATION
Degree: BA or BS in Engineering or related field.
Condition of Employment: Applicant must have an active DoD SECRET Clearance. The applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.
CITIZENSHIP
The applicant must have US citizenship at the time of application.
BAI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other non-merit based factors made unlawful by federal, state or local laws.
Salary : $100,000 - $140,000