Program Cost Control Analyst, Level 3

Mission Technologies, a division of HII

. Set up cost control systems .

Posted 11/9/2026full-timeFairfax • Virginia • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $73,510 - $100,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in cost control systems, budget preparation, and financial analysis to ensure compliance with government guidelines and contract parameters. Proficient in monitoring schedules and expenditures while mitigating risks associated with program costs.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Cost Control SystemsBudget PreparationFinancial AnalysisSchedule Risk AssessmentExpenditure Projections

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Hard Skills

Cost MonitoringVariance AnalysisContract ManagementProgram PlanningExpenditure Record Maintenance

Industry Keywords

Government Cost Control GuidelinesContract ParametersFunding ProfilesSales OutlookContractual Changes

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Set up cost control systems
Monitor and control costs and schedules on contracts requiring validated cost schedule control systems
Perform analyses and prepare reports to ensure contracts remain within negotiated parameters and government cost control guidelines
Prepare budgets and schedules for contract work
Perform or assist with financial analyses, including funding profiles, sales outlook, and variance analysis
Prepare program plans to ensure program requirements and statements of work are captured and scheduled
Perform schedule risk assessments to identify and mitigate program cost and scheduling risks
Maintain accurate expenditure records and ensure adequate funding availability
Direct preparation of expenditure projections
Submit timely requests for additional government funding
Incorporate contractual changes into control systems
Monitor outstanding work against each contract to maintain realistic cost and schedule baselines

Requirements

What you’ll need

6 years relevant experience with a Bachelor’s degree in a related field; or 4 years relevant experience with a Master’s degree in a related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 10 years relevant experience
Security clearance: None
Required travel: 0–10%
Adequate visual acuity and manual dexterity for meeting the requirements of the discipline
Ability to work in an office environment

Benefits

Comp & perks

Best-in-class medical, dental and vision plan choices
Wellness resources
Employee assistance programs
Savings Plan Options (401(k))
Financial planning tools
Life insurance
Employee discounts
Paid holidays and paid time off
Tuition reimbursement
Early childhood and post-secondary education scholarships
Bonus/other non-recurrent compensation occasionally offered for qualified positions
Supportive and welcoming environment
Educational and training programs for continual career growth