Entry Level Program Cost Analyst
Vervic
Entry Level Program Cost Analyst
Full Time • Vervic
Benefits:
- Competitive salary
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
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.
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.
Compensation: $65,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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