Budget Analyst

Space Systems Command; Los Angeles (CA); Remote; USD 104,000 - 161,000; Full time

Job summary

Space Systems Command in Los Angeles, CA, is seeking a Budget Analyst to support Missile Warning & Tracking and Space Based Sensing portfolios at Los Angeles AFB. The role is NH-0501-03, GS-12/13 equivalent, with telework eligibility and a Secret clearance requirement.

The position emphasizes budget formulation, cost analysis, and earned value management across complex acquisition programs. Ideal candidates have 3+ years of relevant experience and a related college degree.

Qualifications

• Business or Finance related college degree.
• 3+ years of experience in budget/financial management.
• Knowledge of budget formulation, submission, and cost analysis.

Responsibilities

• Support budget formulation and submission for programs.
• Monitor and justify budget activities across ACAT programs.
• Provide decision support for cost and schedule performance.

Skills

Budget formulation

Cost analysis

Earned value management

Budget execution

Communication

Education

Finance or business degree

Tools

DAWIA Certification

CDFM-A

Job description

Key Responsibilities

The United States Space Force (USSF) Space Systems Command (SSC) at Los Angeles Air Force Base, California is searching for a Budget Analyst (NH-0501-03, GS-12/13 equivalent).

Description: The Finance Office provides financial management and decision support to programs in the Missile Warning & Tracking and Space Based Sensing & Targeting Portfolios, enabling planning and execution of acquisition strategies and delivery of space capabilities in support of United States Space Force and Department of War. This financial manager's role will support various program offices within Space Systems Command.

Are you interested in supporting advanced space technologies in one of the most diverse areas in the country? Come join our team here in sunny Southern California at Space Systems Command. We are located in the city of El Segundo, gateway to the beaches. The area offers a multitude of sandy choices, from Santa Monica to Redondo with plenty of things to do in between including hiking trails, breweries, sporting events, museums, piers, theme parks, zoos, and more.

There is only 1 place in the world where you can surf and snowboard all on the same day, and it is in Southern California! Ideal Candidate: Business or Finance related college degree. At least 3 years of relevant experience as NH-02 or GS-11 equivalent. Preferred: DAWIA Certification (Practitioner Level) in Business or Cost Estimating or equivalent industry certification and/or CDFM-A.

5-10 years in acquisition financial management; participating in budget presentation and execution that included the application of budgeting and financial management laws, regulations, policies, precedents, and methods to formulate, justify, monitor budget activities; 5 years as a budget analyst on various ACAT programs; experience with challenging acquisition programs (e.g., breaches, Congressional notifications, innovative funding solutions, etc.

Advanced knowledge in budget and cost analysis techniques, tools, concepts and procedures. Strong leadership skills with excellent ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Solid analytical and problem-solving abilities. Self-starter with attention to detail. Collaborator. Proactive. Resilient. Growth mindset. Key Skills and Abilities: 1. Knowledge of budget formulation and submission requirements. 2.

Knowledge of budget obligations and expenditure concept. 3. Knowledge of cost and schedule performance measurement concepts. 4. Knowledge of contractor system requirements for earned value management systems. 5. Skill applying budget formulation concepts to generate cogent documents. 6. Skill in describing the results of contractor cost and schedule performance analysis. 7. Skill in evaluating the output of computer tools and adjusting for program conditions. 8.

Skill in identifying and analyzing cost-effectiveness relations between all aspects of financial management which are subject to significant and continuing changes over time. 9. Ability to evaluate acceptability of a submitted budget requirement. 10. Ability to communicate effectively the results of evaluations and analysis. 11. Ability to adapt models and techniques to changing program requirements. 12.

Ability to consider and analyze the intent of financial and program legislation and impacts of financial actions upon the finances of contractors.

Which agency is hiring for this position?

This position is with Space Systems Command, Department of the Air Force.

What is the salary for this position?

The posted pay range is $104349 – $161313/yr.

Is this position remote or telework eligible?

This position is eligible for telework.

What security clearance is required?

This position requires a Secret security clearance.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-10-08.

Who is eligible to apply?

This position is open under the 'Public' hiring path.

Source: USAJOBS.gov — U.S. Federal Government