# Cost Analyst, SSC/FMC

Hiring organization: [Space Systems Command](https://career.thegoodapps.co/organizations/space-systems-command)

Canonical page: https://career.thegoodapps.co/jobs/b55b921f-591c-4e0f-ad81-fad7a9c3fe18

Listed on Space Systems Command's own careers site. Applications go to them directly.

- Seniority: Senior
- Location: Los Angeles, CA
- Salary: 104349 – 161313 USD per year

## Summary

The U.S. Space Force seeks a quantitatively skilled cost analyst to lead estimation and modeling for defense weapon systems, applying statistical methods and operations research to guide acquisitions within budget constraints. This is a direct-hire federal position requiring top-secret clearance and expertise in cost-effectiveness analysis, data collection, and predictive modeling for military technology.

_Our summary, not Space Systems Command's wording._

## Skills named

Cost Estimation, Data Analysis, Monte Carlo Simulation, Operations Research, Predictive Modeling, Statistical Analysis

## Required

- Top-secret or higher security clearance
- Cost analysis and estimation experience
- Statistical analysis capabilities
- Operations research knowledge
- Data collection and analysis skills
- Experience with defense weapon systems
- Ability to develop and defend cost methodologies

## Nice to have

- Qualitative analysis techniques
- Leadership of cross-functional study teams
- Experience developing new cost methodologies

Apply on Space Systems Command's site: https://www.usajobs.gov/job/889881500