Naval Cost Analyst: Budget & Acquisition

The Intrepid Group; Alexandria (VA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc. (SPA) is seeking a Cost Analyst to provide cost estimation support for NAVSEA's Naval Special Warfare program office, contributing to acquisition decisions throughout the lifecycle.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in a related field, at least 1 year of cost estimating experience, and an active DoD Secret clearance. The role requires collaboration with NAVSEA stakeholders and rigorous data analysis.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Mathematics, Economics, Finance, or a related field
• Minimum of 1 year of cost estimating, financial analysis, or a related field
• Active DoD Secret clearance
• Reports to a designated work location, up to full-time, based upon the needs of the client

Responsibilities

• Develop, update, and manage cost estimates throughout the acquisition lifecycle for PMS 340 programs using Navy-approved systems.
• Collaborate with NAVSEA stakeholders—program managers, contracting officers, engineers, and logisticians—to integrate data into cost analyses.
• Evaluate vendor proposals and provide objective cost assessments to inform contract negotiations and award decisions.
• Prepare detailed documentation and presentations of cost estimates for program reviews and milestone decisions. Sensitivity analyses and trade-off studies will be conducted to optimize cost alternatives.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Mathematics, Economics, Finance, or a related field

Tools

ACEIT

SEER

Job description

Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc. (SPA) is seeking a Cost Analyst to provide cost estimation support for NAVSEA's Naval Special Warfare program office, contributing to acquisition decisions throughout the lifecycle.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in a related field, at least 1 year of cost estimating experience, and an active DoD Secret clearance. The role requires collaboration with NAVSEA stakeholders and rigorous data analysis.