Cost Analyst

Systems Planning & Analysis; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 85,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc. (SPA) is seeking a mid-level Cost Analyst to support FXR programs within the Navy portfolio. The role requires a DoD Secret clearance, cost modeling and data analysis skills, and the ability to work in a hybrid or remote environment with minimal travel.

You will develop cost estimates, maintain cost models, and support program controls and management artifacts, contributing to mission-focused defense programs in a collaborative team setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a STEM field or related technical degree.
• 3-4 years of cost analysis experience (internship/academic work acceptable).
• Experience with cost models and independent cost data analysis tasks.
• Active Secret security clearance or ability to obtain/maintain one.

Responsibilities

• Provide cost analysis support for FXR CAWG and related groups.
• Develop and maintain the FXR Cost Model and supporting documentation.
• Support program control artifacts and scheduling in the FXR program.
• Provide on-site and remote support to the FXR Integrated Product Team.
• Brief analyses and work products to lead CAWG and PC IPT leadership.

Skills

Cost analysis

Cost modeling & data analysis

Clearance eligibility

Education

Bachelor's degree in STEM or related field

Job description

Overview

Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc. (SPA) delivers high-impact, technical solutions to complex national security issues. With over 50 years of business expertise and consistent growth, we are known for continuous innovation for our government customers, in both the US and abroad. Our exceptionally talented team is highly collaborative in spirit and practice, producing Results that Matter. Come work with the best! We offer opportunity, unique challenges, and clear-sighted commitment to the mission. Objective. Responsive. Trusted.

Comprising more than 130 personnel, the Integrated Warfare Systems Group (IWSG) delivers expertise across program and project management, acquisition and contracting, systems and digital engineering, software development, test and evaluation, sustainment and life-cycle management, cybersecurity, international/Foreign Military Sales, strategic communications, and IT services. These capabilities support more than 100 Above Water Sensor, Undersea, and Combat System programs and projects within the Navy’s Portfolio Acquisition Executive for Mission Systems, Maritime and Munitions, as well as clients at Naval Surface Warfare Center, Dahlgren Division, Naval Surface Warfare Center, Crane Division, and the Office of Naval Research.

The SPA IWS Group office is located at 20 M Street in Southeast DC, conveniently down the street from our clients at the Washington Navy Yard; however, this position is expected to be either a hybrid or fully-remote work position with no projected travel.

Responsibilities

SPA is seeking a dedicated mid-level Cost Analyst with an active DoD Secret clearance to provide full-time support to the Future X-Band Radar (FXR) within Portfolio Acquisition Executive Mission Systems Above Water Sensors Directorate.

The candidate will provide cost analysis and program management services to the FXR Assistant Program Manager and FXR Cost Analysis Working Group in support of the FXR program. A remote work environment or a hybrid work environment is acceptable (work from the SPA M Street Office 2-3 times per week) with no travel anticipated at this time.

Specific responsibilities include:

• Provide cost analysis support to the FXR Cost Analysis Working Group, specifically development / production cost estimating / modeling.


• Develop and maintain the FXR Cost Model and supporting documentation, Cost Risk/Uncertainty Exposure Determination (CRED) model, the CARD, and other products.


• Brief analysis and work products to CAWG Lead and Program Control (PC) Integrated Product Team Lead.


• Support Acquisition Strategy, schedule, and other program management artifact development and maintenance in support of the FXR Program Control (PC) Integrated Product Team.


• Provide on-site and remote support to FXR Program Control (PC) Integrated Product Team.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics, Computer Science, or other related technical degree


• 3-4 years of Cost Analysis experience (internship and/or academic experience is applicable)


• Demonstrated experience in working with cost models / conducting cost data analysis and completing cost analysis tasks independently


• Active Secret security clearance or the ability to obtain/maintain an Active Secret clearance

Desired Qualifications:

• College degree in STEM discipline


• Demonstrated experience completing cost analysis tasking independently in professional environment


• Experience in a Program Office environment, and with Navy’s radar, electronic warfare, and/or combat systems

Pay Range Information

At SPA, we strive to deliver a robust total compensation package that will attract and retain top talent. Elements of the compensation package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities. SPA provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work. The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, etc. Please note that the salary information shown below is a general guideline only. Salaries are commensurate with experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations. Washington, DC, Pay Transparency Salary range: USD $85,000.00/Yr. - USD $100,000.00/Yr.