Cost Analyst

Booz Allen Hamilton•Usa, DC

13h•Remote

About The Position

As a cost analyst on our team, you’ll transform program requirements into data‑driven, defensible cost estimates that will impact how hundreds of millions of dollars are invested throughout the defense system life cycle. You’ll collaborate with engineers, project managers, and technical subject matter experts to plan and execute cost data collection, normalize and analyze data, and develop baseline and alternative cost estimates. You will apply analytical techniques such as regression analysis, learning curves, risk and uncertainty analysis to produce credible, comprehensive cost positions. Using data analysis and visualization tools, you will model and clearly communicate results to senior leaders. Your work will help ensure the Navy fields systems on time and with resources aligned to mission needs. This is your chance to gain skills in naval systems while continuing to build your cost analysis experience. Join us as we help fuel our country's Navy with the funding they need.

Requirements

2+ years of experience with cost estimating, cost analysis, or financial analysis
Experience with data collection and cost model development
Experience with Microsoft Office products, such as Excel or Power Point
Knowledge of core competencies, including Work Breakdown Structures (WBSs), and inflation and escalation
Knowledge of government procurement and acquisition processes
Secret clearance
Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Operations Research, Mathematics, Statistics, or Economics

Nice To Haves

Experience with Microsoft Power BI, Tableau, Crystal Ball, Python, R, or AI tools
Ability to multitask and work under minimal supervision
Possession of excellent verbal and written communication skills
Possession of excellent teamwork and collaboration skills
International Cost Estimating and Analysis Association (ICEAA) Certified Cost Estimator and Analyst (CCE/A) Certification

Responsibilities

Transform program requirements into data‑driven, defensible cost estimates.
Collaborate with engineers, project managers, and technical subject matter experts to plan and execute cost data collection.
Normalize and analyze data.
Develop baseline and alternative cost estimates.
Apply analytical techniques such as regression analysis, learning curves, risk and uncertainty analysis.
Model and clearly communicate results to senior leaders using data analysis and visualization tools.