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With a constant emphasis on innovation, we are redefining the future of power to bring tomorrow’s capabilities to life, today. And that’s just the beginning. \n\nJob Summary: \nEpirus is seeking a Principal Cost Engineer responsible for developing, implementing, and sustaining a comprehensive data capture and cost evaluation program to quantify and optimize the total life cycle cost (LCC) of Epirus platforms and products. This role integrates engineering, logistics, finance, and program management data to inform design decisions, support proposals, and improve long-term affordability and operational readiness. This role is a direct report to the Chief Operating Officer. \n\nResponsibilities: \nDesign and implement a standardized LCC data capture framework across platform and product lines for items such as Total life cycle Cost, Average Unit Life Cycle Cost, Cost per Operational System, average Procurement Unit Cost (APUC), reliability and Maintainability Cost Drivers and Operations and Support metrics. \nBe able to quantify total ownership cost across the full system lifecycle (concept → development → production → operations & support → disposal). \nStructured data to support design trades, affordability analysis, sustainment planning, and program control \nEstablish data analytics & Continuous Improvement constructs for platforms and products. \nDefine cost element structures (CES) aligned with DoD and industry standards (e.g., O&S cost categories) \nIntegrate LCC data pipelines with existing systems (ERP, PLM, sustainment databases) \n\nBasic Qualifications: \nBachelor’s degree with a minimum of 8 years of relevant experience; or advanced degree with equivalent experience \nExperience developing or using life cycle cost models (LCC, TCO, O&S cost analysis) \nStrong analytical skills with proficiency in tools such as Excel, Python, MATLAB, or cost modeling software \nFamiliarity with reliability/maintainability (R&M) principles and logistics support concepts \n\nPreferred Skills and Experience: \nMaster’s degree in Engineering, Systems Engineering, or Business (MBA) \nExperience with DoD acquisition lifecycle and cost analysis frameworks \nKnowledge of standards such as MIL-HDBK-881 (WBS), MIL-HDBK-217 (reliability), and DoD O&S cost estimating guides \nExperience integrating data from ERP/PLM systems (e.g., Oracle, SAP, Teamcenter) \nBackground in parametric cost estimating tools (e.g., SEER, PRICE) \nITAR REQUIREMENTS: \nTo conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here. \nAt Epirus, you’ll work with technical peers and great people-and get first crack at some of the defining technology challenges of our time. Here, “impossible” is just a challenge. We're a diverse, fast-growing team of change-makers fueling the future of energy with revolutionary solutions. Join us and rewrite the rules. \nAs required by the Equal Pay Transparency Act, Epirus provides a reasonable range of minimum compensation for roles that may be hired. 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