Senior Planning & Cost Analyst - Engineering Ops

HII; Newport News (VA); On-site; USD 83,000 - 106,000; Full time

Job summary

HII's Newport News Shipbuilding seeks a seasoned engineer with program planning and cost analysis expertise to coordinate plans, schedules, and budgets for complex defense programs.

The role involves negotiating with customers, analyzing impacts on engineering and labor, and leading monthly overhead deep dives. A bachelor’s degree with multiple years of exempt experience is required; advanced degrees and Navy nuclear credentials are advantageous.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree required with 6+ years exempt experience; Master’s with 4+ years exempt experience.
• NNS Apprentice School or NNPS graduates encouraged.
• Various combinations of 2‑year program plus experience acceptable.
• Military background (E-5+) and related shipbuilding experience may satisfy requirements.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and coordinate plans and schedules for programs; monitor budgets and manpower needs.
• Support customer negotiations and assess impact on Engineering, Facilities, and labor pool.
• Lead overhead cost analysis and develop budgets, EACs, and monthly deep dive discussions.
• Provide ad hoc reports, prepare review slides, and identify cost‑saving opportunities.
• Serve as liaison for multiple ET&D sub‑divisions and drive efficiency within the team.
• Ensure actions and schedules align with established plans and parameters.

Skills

Analytical

Teamwork

Communication

Excel basics

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Master’s Degree

NNS Apprentice School

Navy Nuclear Power School

Associate’s Degree

Military paygrade E-5

High School/GED + 4 years experience

High School/GED + 8 years experience

Job description

HII's Newport News Shipbuilding seeks a seasoned engineer with program planning and cost analysis expertise to coordinate plans, schedules, and budgets for complex defense programs.

The role involves negotiating with customers, analyzing impacts on engineering and labor, and leading monthly overhead deep dives. A bachelor’s degree with multiple years of exempt experience is required; advanced degrees and Navy nuclear credentials are advantageous.