Space Force MUOS - Engineering Cost Account Manager (CAM)

Our DoD/Aerospace Client is seeking an Engineering Cost Account Manager (CAM) to support a critical Space Force communications program in Scottsdale, Arizona. This position offers the opportunity to work directly with engineering, program management, and finance teams to ensure successful execution of complex defense programs while maintaining cost, schedule, and performance objectives.

This role is ideal for professionals with Earned Value Management (EVM), Cost Account Management, program controls, financial planning, and engineering program execution experience. The successful candidate will play a key role in resource planning, performance measurement, forecasting, and program reporting activities supporting mission-critical aerospace and defense programs.

Location: Scottsdale, AZ
Position: Engineering Cost Account Manager (CAM)
Contract Length: 12–24 months with possibility of going direct
Pay: $67.69/hour
Education/Experience: Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Technology, or related technical field (or equivalent experience) plus 5 years of job-related experience; or Master's degree plus 3 years of job-related experience
Schedule: Hybrid (3-4 days onsite, 1-2 days remote) or fully onsite
Clearance Requirement: Active DoD Secret Security Clearance preferred; must be able to obtain a Secret Clearance; U.S. Citizenship required

Position Overview
As the Engineering Cost Account Manager (CAM), you'll be responsible for supporting the planning, execution, monitoring, and financial performance of engineering activities within a major Space Force communications program.

You will work closely with engineering leadership, program management, and finance organizations to develop resource-loaded schedules, establish control account plans, monitor labor and subcontractor costs, support forecasting efforts, and ensure program execution remains aligned with cost and schedule objectives.

This role requires strong analytical skills, Earned Value Management knowledge, and advanced reporting capabilities using Excel and Power BI. You will help support internal and external program reviews, performance measurement activities, baseline change management, and engineering status reporting.

What You Bring to the Table

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Technology, or related technical field, or equivalent experience
• Minimum 5 years of job-related experience, or Master's degree plus 3 years of job-related experience
• U.S. Citizenship
• Ability to obtain a DoD Secret Security Clearance
• Experience supporting Cost Account Management (CAM) activities
• Experience working in Earned Value Management (EVM) environments
• Experience supporting program cost and schedule performance management
• Ability to support development of resource-loaded schedules and Control Account Plans (CAPs)
• Experience reviewing labor, subcontractor, and cost performance data
• Experience supporting Baseline Change Requests (BCRs)
• Experience developing estimates to complete (ETCs)
• Experience creating program briefings and status reports
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills including:

o INDEX/MATCH functions
o COUNTIFS formulas
o Pivot Tables
o Macros and task automation

• Experience with Power Query and data transformation
• Experience developing dashboards, charts, and data visualizations in Excel and Power BI
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

What Sets You Apart

• Strong Cost Account Manager (CAM) experience supporting complex engineering programs
• Experience supporting Integrated Program Management Data and Analysis Reports (IPMDAR)
• Experience supporting Integrated Baseline Reviews (IBRs)
• Ability to develop and manage program performance metrics
• Experience coordinating with Program Finance, Engineering, and Program Management organizations
• Strong presentation and briefing skills
• Experience supporting systems development programs
• Knowledge of requirements management and system modeling tools
• Creative problem-solving and analytical skills
• Collaborative leadership approach with the ability to influence cross-functional teams
• Experience negotiating program priorities and achieving win-win solutions
• Commitment to continuous professional growth and mentoring others

About Our Client
Our client is a mission-critical DoD/Aerospace defense contractor developing solutions that lead, serve, and protect our nation. Our client develops strategic systems supporting defense, civil government, intelligence, and cyber missions worldwide.

About APR
Since 1980 APR Consulting, Inc. has provided professional recruiting and contingent workforce solutions to a diverse mix of clients, industries, and skill sets nationwide.
We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Don't miss out on this amazing opportunity! If you feel your experience is a match for this position, please apply today and join our team. We look forward to working with you!

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