# Principal Cost Engineer at Epirus

- Company: Epirus
- What the company does: Epirus combines the latest in directed energy, long-pulse high-power microwaves (HPM), AI, and advanced electronics for unmatched electronic warfare effects. The Leonidas family of HPM systems by Epirus are the most effective non-kinetic cUAS and counter...
- Company website: https://www.epirusinc.com
- Type: Startups
- Level: Principal and up
- Location: Torrance, California, United States
- Work setup: On-site
- Posted: 2026-05-29
- Apply by: 2026-10-08
- Apply: https://www.epirusinc.com/open-roles?gh_jid=5858160004
- Page: https://www.1752.vc/careers/jobs/epirus-principal-cost-engineer/

## About the role

Epirus 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.

## What they're looking 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)
- Strong analytical skills with proficiency in tools such as Excel, Python, MATLAB, or cost modeling software
- Familiarity with reliability/maintainability (R&M) principles and logistics support concepts

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