Cost Estimating & Price Analysis SME (Federal Agency)

Aalis Management Consulting is an 8(a) certified Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) and Economically Disadvantaged Woman-Owned Small Business (EDWOSB) driven by the same principles that guide our armed forces. Founded by a US Army veteran, we take pride in our core values: excellence in reputation, commitment, candor, teamwork, and dependability. Our team delivers stakeholder-focused support in the areas of Acquisition & Procurement Support, (IT) Financial Management, Program Management, and Logistics & Supply Chain Support. Visit us at www.aalismc.comTitle: Cost Estimating & Price Analysis SMEClient: Federal AgencyLocation: Remote (Washington, D.C. area)Clearance: Public TrustSchedule: Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PMOpenings: 1Position OverviewAalis Management Consulting is seeking a Cost Estimating & Price Analysis SME to support a federal agency. This role provides day-to-day support for cost estimating, price analysis, and acquisition support across a wide range of federal procurement actions, including micro-purchases, simplified acquisitions, large contracts, BPAs, task orders, and interagency agreements.Key ResponsibilitiesDevelop and support Independent Government Cost Estimates (IGCEs) and cost evaluation plansAssist in drafting and reviewing cost proposal instructions for RFQs and RFPsReview and analyze cost proposals, bids, and quotations for realism and reasonablenessProvide cost and price analysis support throughout the contract lifecycleSupport contract modifications, terminations, and option pricing validationMaintain cost data and produce price analysis documentation (~120 actions annually)Recommend process improvements to enhance efficiency and consistencyMinimum QualificationsBachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Economics, Acquisition, or related fieldMinimum of five (5) years of experience in Acquisition Management SupportExperience in federal cost estimating and price analysisStrong knowledge of FAR and federal acquisition processesExperience developing IGCEs and evaluating proposalsPreferred QualificationsFAC-C or DAWIA Level III certification (or equivalent)NCMA certifications (CFCM, CCCM, etc.)Experience supporting high-volume federal acquisition environmentsFamiliarity with multiple contract types and lifecycle supportAalis Management Consulting is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.