Duties and Responsibilities (to include but not be limited to the following): Serve as a Cost Analyst for the Rapid Capabilities and Critical Technologies Office (RCCTO), which is responsible for the rapid and efficient research, develop, prototype, test, evaluate, procure, transition, and/or field critical enabling technologies and capabilities that address near-term and mid-term threats. The candidate will also need to be able travel up to 5% of the time. Primary responsibility will be in support of Business Management Office (BMO) which include:

• Develop cost estimates via Automated Cost Estimating Integration Tool (ACEIT)
• Preparing cost analyses of changes in technical and/or funding baselines 
• Analyze mission requirements to determine cost parameters, specific cost factors, and relationships to be utilized in constructing cost models 
• Provide support for defending cost estimating methodologies 
• Develop life cycle cost estimates to determine the total cost of the program 
• Support contract cost estimating financial activities Routinely provide detailed financial reports and documentation 
• Provide advice and technical assistance to functional specialists in identifying and evaluating program cost factors and cost impact on program alternatives 
• Evaluate impacts on program based on direction and funding adjustments 

• Bachelor’s degree in related field
• 3-5 years of experience in providing cost analysis
• Possess excellent data-gathering, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• Must have knowledge of Cost Accounting Standards and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles Experience in DoD acquisition programs. 
• Proficient with ACEIT
• Familiarity with Army Acquisition Process
• Knowledge and skill in the application of policies, precedents, methods, and techniques of Army and OSD cost estimating
• Multitasking in a face paced environment
• Self-starter with the ability to independently prioritize and work multiple tasks
• Knowledge of Army acquisition streamlining initiatives including the use of Other Transaction Agreements (OTA).
• Proficiency in MS Office

Desired Qualifications:

• Providing cost analysis and support to defense programs
• Experience with evaluating projects using different methods and options to determine the most cost-effective solution that meets the required specifications 
• Refine and adjust cost models in response to changes in technical specifications, support requirements, design alternatives, engineering, and operational trade-off proposals
• Strong verbal and written communication skills Experience with expedited/rapid acquisition efforts.
• Experience in one or more Army program offices.

U.S. Citizenship Required for this Position: Yes 

Job Type: Regular Full-time

Security Clearance: Secret

Schedule: M-F; 8-5

Work Location:  Huntsville, AL. 

Travel: 0-10%

Relocation Assistance Available: No

Position Contingent Upon Award of Contract: No

Benefits:

Torch Technologies is proud to offer a stable and professional work environment, a competitive salary, and an excellent, comprehensive benefit package including: ESOP participation, 401(k) match and safe-harbor contribution, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, flexible spending accounts, Health Saving Accounts and Health Reimbursement Accounts, EAP, education assistance, paid time off, and holidays. 

Applying to Torch Technologies:

Only those candidates invited for an interview will be contacted. Employment at Torch Technologies is contingent upon the successful completion of a comprehensive background check.

Torch Technologies is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability or any other protected class.