Sr, Cost Analyst

Job Title

Sr Cost Analyst

Arnold Air Force Base, TN

• Job Family Code: G – Program Management & Operations (non-tech)
• Function/Branch:
  Project Controls
• Directorate:
  Business Operations
• Position Type:
  Regular, Full Time
• Pay Type:
  
  Exempt
• Grade: A08
• Salary Range: $75,000 - $125,000 /year
• Open to internal and external candidates.
• U.S. Citizenship is required. No immigration sponsorship.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a security clearance and access to the AEDC local area network.

The successful candidate will work closely with management, project controls, and project managers to analyze project performance, identify trends, and support recommendations to improve performance. This is a challenging and rewarding role that requires strong analytical, communication, and problem‑solving skills.

• Provide and ensure customer support regarding planning, estimating, execution and reporting of projects, specifically funding scenarios and future year planning exercises.
• Support project managers in the development of monthly project estimates, monitoring project cost performance, funding availability, and earned value management related reporting.
• Support annual workload proposal process and subsequent proposal revisions.
• Perform budget, financial and cost variance analysis.
• Collect, assimilate, and report project information monthly, analyzing actual and forecasted resource requirements vs contract baseline funding levels.
• Ensure data accuracy and integrity.
• Monitor actual cost collection for accuracy and comparison to budget.
• Process actual cost corrections when needed.
• Coordinate and communicate project and contract funding availability.
• Support on‑demand business reporting requests as required.
• Analyze financial data to provide accurate and timely cost reports to management.
• Prepare and present cost analysis reports for management highlighting trends and variances.
• Develop and maintain work instructions and procedures as required.
• Support and attend meetings where cost and schedule reporting and performance are discussed.
• Condition of employment: wear company issued PPE as directed.
• Perform other related duties as required.

• BS degree in Finance, Accounting, or Engineering plus seven years of progressive and relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Current U.S. Citizenship.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a security clearance and access to the AEDC local area network.

• Experience in performing, monitoring, and reviewing cost functions, including cost estimating, cost control, financial reporting systems, and cost analysis.
• Demonstrated ability to plan, organize, perform, review, and present financial and cost performance reports.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to collect, organize and analyze complex financial data.
• Attention to detail and accuracy in performing data analysis.
• Strong communication skills and ability to communicate effectively across all levels of leadership.
• Knowledge of Earned Value Management techniques.
• Strong problem‑solving and critical‑thinking skills.
• Self‑driven with the ability to work independently to meet strict deadlines and as a team player.
• Highly proficient in Microsoft Office, especially advanced Excel.
• Proficiency with People Soft Financials, especially People Soft Data Query.

• Competitive salaries
• Continuing education assistance
• Multiple healthcare benefits packages
• 401(k) with employer matching
• Paid time off (PTO) along with a federally recognized holiday schedule

Beyond New Horizons (BNH) is a joint venture of Astrion and Fluor Federal Services, Inc., providing Test Operations and Sustainment services for the Arnold Engineering Development Complex. BNH specializes in testing and evaluation for military and space systems and offers large‑scale government program management, integration, engineering, and construction services for highly technical facilities.

BNH is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type, regardless of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, veteran status, or any other grounds for discrimination prohibited by applicable law. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.