Cost Analyst-Weapons Programs
Core
Analyze cost, schedule, and performance for advanced weapon system acquisition programs within the U.S. Air Force Armament Directorate.
Role type
Senior IC cost & earned value analyst
Builds
Defensible cost estimates, EVM analyses, dashboards, and executive briefings for Government program teams
Domain
Defense / National Security / Weapon Systems Acquisition
Required skills
Cost estimating, Earned Value Management (EVM), quantitative analysis, regression analysis, Monte Carlo simulation, data visualization, stakeholder communication
Preferred skills
Program Cost Estimates (PCEs), Life Cycle Cost Estimates (LCCEs), EVMS, Integrated Baseline Reviews (IBRs), statistical uncertainty modeling, Power BI/Tableau
Technologies
Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Power BI, Tableau, IPMDAR, IPMR
Responsibilities
Develop and update program cost estimates across the weapon system lifecycle; Perform EVM analysis using CPI, SPI, and EAC projections; Analyze contractor performance data to identify trends and risks; Create dashboards and visualizations for program leadership; Participate in Integrated Baseline Reviews and cost estimate reviews; Research historical programs and acquisition guidance to resolve analytical questions.
Seniority
Mid-to-senior level, hands-on IC