Epirus
Principal Cost Engineer
$138K–$164K
Torrance, California, United States · Principal · Full-time · Posted May 29, 2026
- Experience
- Minimum 8 years of relevant experience with a bachelor’s degree; or advanced degree with equivalent experience.
- Education
- Bachelor’s degree; or advanced degree with equivalent experience.
- Visa sponsorship
- 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 required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.
About the job
Develops and sustains lifecycle cost data and analysis programs to inform design, proposals, affordability, sustainment, and operational readiness for Epirus platforms and products.
What you'll do
- Create a standardized lifecycle cost data framework and quantify ownership costs across the full system lifecycle.
- Structure cost data for design trades, affordability analysis, sustainment planning, and program control; establish analytics and continuous improvement.
- Define cost element structures and integrate lifecycle cost data pipelines with existing systems.
What they ask for
- Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of 8 years of relevant experience; or advanced degree with equivalent experience.
- Experience developing or using life cycle cost models (LCC, TCO, O&S cost analysis).
- Proficiency in analytical tools such as Excel, Python, MATLAB, or cost modeling software.
- Familiarity with reliability/maintainability principles and logistics support concepts.
Nice to have
- Master’s degree in Engineering, Systems Engineering, or Business (MBA).
- Experience with DoD acquisition and cost frameworks, named standards, ERP/PLM integration, or parametric cost estimating tools.
Pay
$138,000 — $164,500 USD (base salary)
Tools
Excel, Python, MATLAB, ERP, PLM, Oracle, SAP, Teamcenter
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