Cost Analyst

🇺🇸 Dayton, OH

🕑 Full-Time

💰 TBD

💻 Finance

🗓️ June 18th, 2025

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Edtech.com's Summary

University of Dayton is hiring a Cost Analyst to support the Sustainment Technologies Transition Division within its Research Institute. The role requires analyzing cost data, developing cost models, and collaborating with engineers and project managers to evaluate the use of new technologies, primarily additive manufacturing in support of U.S. Air Force sustainment. The Cost Analyst will interpret cost drivers and make recommendations based on engineering knowledge in a dynamic, team-oriented environment.

Highlights

Analyze and interpret cost drivers and associated cost data for new technology adoption.
Develop, audit, and improve cost models and methodologies.
Collaborate with engineers and project managers to estimate costs related to additive manufacturing and other sustainment technologies.
Prepare technical reports detailing cost analysis methods, findings, and recommendations.
Proficient in Microsoft Excel; familiarity with Tableau, Power BI, Salesforce, and Microsoft Dynamics preferred.
Bachelor's degree in business, mathematics, engineering, or related field with 3+ years of cost estimating and manufacturing process analysis experience required.
Experience with government contracts and ability to work on related projects; U.S. citizenship required.
Preferred qualifications include a master’s degree, Lean and Six Sigma certification, and ability to interpret DoD and USAF guidelines on economic analysis.
Supports research contributing to U.S. Air Force mission readiness and rapid sustainment through technology application.
Full-time position with benefits including health, dental, vision insurance, retirement, disability, tuition assistance, and paid leave.