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$104,349 – $161,313
Via USAJOBS, the federal government’s official jobs site, retrieved October 28, 2026. You apply through the official announcement on USAJOBS.
What this role is
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. The full posting is on their site.
Skills this role names
- Cost Estimation
- Data Analysis
- Monte Carlo Simulation
- Operations Research
- Predictive Modeling
- Statistical Analysis
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What they ask for
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