Program Cost Analyst

Booz Allen Hamilton•Washington, DC

4d•$69,400 - $158,000•Remote

About The Position

The Opportunity: Do you want to use your analysis skills to help the Navy get the most out of its funding? When it comes to considering the costs of building and maintaining systems, you know there is more to it than parts and labor. That's why we need you, a cost analyst who can turn requirements into a complete financial understanding for the Navy. 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. Join us. The world can’t wait.

Requirements

5+ 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
Experience with application of core competencies, including Work Breakdown Structures (WBSs) and inflation or escalation
Experience with analysis and estimates supporting government procurement and acquisition processes
Secret clearance
Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Operations Research, Mathematics, Statistics, or Economics

Nice To Haves

Experience with management and business development
Experience with Microsoft Power BI, Tableau, Crystal Ball, Python, R, or AI tools
Experience in leading a team, training of junior staff, project management, or business development
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 to produce credible, comprehensive cost positions.
Use data analysis and visualization tools to model and clearly communicate results to senior leaders.