Cost Analyst at Delta Solutions & Strategies

Reston, Virginia, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Defense, AerospaceIndustries

Requirements

BS degree or 5 years of experience (Note: 5 years related experience equates to a bachelor’s degree). In lieu of a bachelor’s degree, 10 years of total related experience
5 years’ experience in DoD EVM, cost analysis, and program planning
Budget development and administration of government projects
Excellent written communication skill
In-depth knowledge of PPBE process
Must possess an Active DoD SECRET Security Clearance
BS degree in one of the following concentrations: Mathematics, Mathematical focused Business (Accounting, Finance, etc.), Mathematical focused Engineering, Operations Research
Works and communicates well in team environments, strong understanding of Cost Team roles and responsibilities; capable of working independently
Has at least 1 year of demonstrated experience working with Automated Cost Estimating Integrated Tools (ACEIT)
Considered an expert in Excel amongst peers in previous organizations

Responsibilities

Provide expert advice, conduct broad based analysis, and assess initiatives in support of strategic organizational planning and development
Provide Business Management Support analysis, facilitation, expert advice, and assessment relating to business management initiatives supporting the CHPMO
Research and analyze business cases and develop recommended metrics and strategies for implementing them
Provide expert advice and analysis supporting data collection, requirements, and input for the development of Business Management initiatives and contributing to Integrated Product Teams (IPTs)
Support the development, maintenance, and assessment when required of the Monthly Acquisition Report (MAR), Defense Acquisition Executive Summary (DAES), Modernized Selective Acquisition Report (MSAR) previously Selective Acquisition Report (SAR)
Research and analyze existing web applications, such as Cost Analysis Requirements Description (CARD), Defense Acquisition Visibility Environment (DAVE), Earned Value Management (EVM) Central Repository, Project Management Resource Tools (PMRT), Program Data Alignment Application (PDAA), Acquisition Information Repository (AIR) and WinSight
Provide Financial Management support to independent cost analyses, Independent Government Estimates (IGEs), assessments, and recommendations for budget preparation to the CH PMO
Support the development, maintenance, and assessment of program schedules/Earned Value Management and milestone planning supporting the CH PMO
Possible travel to CONUS locations

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Earned Value ManagementEVMCost AnalysisFinancial ManagementStrategic PlanningBusiness ManagementIPTCARDDAVEPMRTPDAAAIRWinsightMSARSAR

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What education and experience are required for the Cost Analyst position?

A BS degree or 5 years of related experience is required (with 10 years total in lieu of degree), plus 5 years in DoD EVM, cost analysis, and program planning. Preferred degrees include Mathematics, Mathematical-focused Business (Accounting, Finance), Mathematical-focused Engineering, or Operations Research.

Is this Cost Analyst role remote or on-site?

The position is located at Redstone Arsenal, AL, indicating an on-site requirement.

What security clearance is needed for this job?

An Active DoD SECRET Security Clearance is required.

What salary or compensation does the Cost Analyst role offer?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What skills make a strong candidate for this Cost Analyst position?

Strong candidates will have budget development experience, in-depth knowledge of the PPBE process, excellent written communication skills, and the ability to work well in team environments.

Delta Solutions & Strategies

Advisory and assistance services for government defense

About Delta Solutions & Strategies

Delta Solutions & Strategies, LLC provides Advisory and Assistance Services, Technical Training, Information Technology, Operations and Maintenance, Modeling and Simulation, Test and Evaluation, and Space support to Government and Department of Defense customers. The company is ISO 9001:2008 certified and ITAR registered, offering a range of capabilities to meet the needs of its clients.

Colorado Springs, ColoradoHeadquarters

2000Year Founded

ACQUISITIONCompany Stage

Consulting, DefenseIndustries

201-500Employees