Strategic Capability Costing Analyst

Department of Defence; Canberra; Hybrid; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Department of Defence in Canberra seeks a Capability Costing Analyst to support cost estimates for major capability proposals, including helicopters, ships, satellites and ICT systems.

You will gather costing inputs, validate assumptions, prepare written and verbal advice for senior leaders, and contribute to continuous improvement. Applicants must obtain Negative Vetting Level 1 clearance and adapt in a flexible, collaborative team.

Qualifications

• Strong written and verbal communication across stakeholders.
• Problem-solving abilities and lateral thinking.
• Ability to analyse information and provide informed advice.
• Experience building relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Assist in development and analysis of cost estimates for capability proposals.
• Gather and validate costing inputs and assumptions from stakeholders.
• Prepare high-quality written and verbal advice for senior leaders and committees.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives within costing processes and systems.

Skills

Communication

Problem-solving

Analytical thinking

Stakeholder management

Continuous improvement

STEM background

Education

Accounting / Finance / Economics / Project Management / STEM (desirable)

Job description

Department of Defence in Canberra seeks a Capability Costing Analyst to support cost estimates for major capability proposals, including helicopters, ships, satellites and ICT systems.

You will gather costing inputs, validate assumptions, prepare written and verbal advice for senior leaders, and contribute to continuous improvement. Applicants must obtain Negative Vetting Level 1 clearance and adapt in a flexible, collaborative team.