Entry Level Program Cost Analyst

Existing Clearance Not Required!

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented PM ASE Business Division Program and Planning 
Analyst to provide cost estimating and program support. As a Program/Cost Analyst within Program 
Manager Aircraft Survivability Equipment (ASE) you will collect and analyze data to develop written 
presentations that encompass complex program analyses with a high degree of quality and accuracy. 
This entry-level role is an excellent opportunity to build a career in defense acquisition, program 
planning, and federal budgeting.

Responsibilities
  Program Budgeting & Justification: Prepare, develop, and coordinate the Army Program Budget 
Briefings (APBB) to provide decision-makers with data necessary to justify and shape funding 
requests.
Briefing Development: Develop Procurement (P-Forms), Research, Development, Test and Evaluation 
(R-Forms), and Program Objective Memorandum (POM) briefings.
Information Management: Gather cross-functional responses to both external and internal Requests 
for Information (RFIs).
Presentations: Develop comprehensive presentations and communicate complex program data 
effectively to leadership.
Cost Estimation (Foreign Military Sales):
Develop Independent Government Cost Estimates (IGCEs) for Foreign Military Sales (FMS).
Develop detailed cost estimates for projected FMS cases in support of forthcoming contract 
actions.
Database Management: Obtain cost data to establish and maintain a credible, structured cost 
database.
Documentation: Review and integrate vital information for Cost Analysis Requirements Documents 
(CARDs).
Stakeholder Collaboration: Interface directly with the Government Program Manager
to support all tasks, subtasks, and strategic program direction.

Education / Experience / Skills Required
Quantitative math-based bachelor’s degree in fields such as Mathematics, Engineering, Economics, 
Statistics, Operations Research or related disciplines.
Must qualify to be granted a Secret Security Clearance.
Strong analytical skills with great attention to detail.
Excellent oral and written communication skills, with the ability to interact professionally and 
work effectively in a team environment.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel to include the ability to produce graphs and tables, pivot 
tables, use spreadsheets efficiently, and perform calculations.
Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office applications such as Word and PowerPoint to design reports 
and present findings.
Candidate must be a self-starter, highly motivated, able to multi-task and possess excellent 
interpersonal skills.

Preferred Qualifications:
Master’s Degree is preferred.