Cost Analyst

The Opportunity:

As a defense mission professional, you ask questions others don’t. You understand the nuances of complex situations. You use your skills to think bigger and push further, solving complex problems. We’re looking for an expert like you to create cost estimates for the solutions and missions that keep our nation safe.

As a Cost Analyst, you’ll Provide Research and Development and Life Cycle Cost Estimating (LCCE) support, at the 50% and 80% confidence levels, for Analysis of Alternatives (AoA) projects. You’ll work with Program Managers and technical experts to develop Work Breakdown Structures (WBS) and cost estimates while coordinating with the Air Force client. You’ll prepare reports and presentations for teammates, managers, clients, and senior Air Force leaders. Bring your consulting, analytical, strategic, tactical, technical, and DOTMLPF expertise to work on projects for the Department of Defense (DoD) focused on battle management and command and control. You’ll analyze, assess, plan, and provide support to analytical efforts and operations for future developments of Air Force operations. You’ll be a trusted advisor to our clients, and we’ll look to you to identify, analyze, and evaluate complex systems, policies, and processes as part of service and joint missions.

Further your career with us as you help solve complex design, integration, and analytical problems for the Air Force's challenging electronic battle management issues.

Join us. The world can’t wait.

You Have:

• 3 years of experience working with military cost analysis in support of system development with active-duty military, national guard bureau, and civilian agencies for the Air Force
• Experience with a variety of cost models to include ACEIT, SEER, and PRICE, and cost analysis processes and methodologies
• Ability to present complex operational and analytical cost information to Air Force senior leaders
• TS/SCI clearance
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Mathematics, Statistics, Business Administration, Accounting, or Finance
• Defense Acquisition Workforce Improvement Act (DAWIA) Business- Cost Estimating (BUS-CE) Certification and Industry International Cost Estimating and Analysis Association (ICEAA) Cost Estimator and Analyst (CE/A) Certification

Nice If You Have:

• Experience developing cost analysis plans and metrics for cost analysis
• Experience in program and acquisition management
• Experience using a variety of cost models to include ACEIT, SEER, and PRICE
• Knowledge of Middle Tier Acquisition strategy, and cost analysis research techniques
• Knowledge of the Air Force Cost Analysis Agency (AFCAA), and OSD and Cost Assessment and Program Evaluation (CAPE) cost analysis processes
• Ability to work in a multi-disciplinary environment, operate independently in the execution of assignments, and interact positively and independently with clients
• Ability to make significant contributions to projects and analyses
• Possession of strong analytic curiosity and creativity
• Possession of strong planning, organizational, critical thinking, and interpersonal skills
• Possession of excellent verbal and written communication skills

Clearance: 

Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information; TS/SCI clearance is required.

Create Your Career:

Grow With Us

Your growth matters to us—that’s why we offer a variety of ways for you to develop your career. With professional and leadership development opportunities like upskilling programs, tuition reimbursement, mentoring, and firm-sponsored networking, you can chart a unique and fulfilling career path on your own terms.

A Place Where You Belong

Diverse perspectives cultivate collective ingenuity. Booz Allen’s culture of respect, equity, and opportunity means that, here, you are free to bring your whole self to work. With an array of business resource groups and other opportunities for connection, you’ll build your community in no time.

Support Your Well-Being

Our comprehensive benefits package includes wellness programs with HSA contributions, paid holidays, paid parental leave, a generous 401(k) match, and more. With these benefits, plus the option for flexible schedules and remote and hybrid locations, we’ll support you as you pursue a balanced, fulfilling life—at work and at home.

Your Candidate Journey

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Compensation

At Booz Allen, we celebrate your contributions, provide you with opportunities and choices, and support your total well-being. Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, work-life programs, and dependent care. Our recognition awards program acknowledges employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our values. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in Booz Allen’s benefit programs. Individuals that do not meet the threshold are only eligible for select offerings, not inclusive of health benefits. We encourage you to learn more about our total benefits by visiting the Resource page on our Careers site and reviewing Our Employee Benefits page.

Salary at Booz Allen is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, the individual’s particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements. The projected compensation range for this position is $81,800.00 to $186,000.00 (annualized USD). The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of Booz Allen’s total compensation package for employees.

EEO Commitment

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