Cost Analyst

Job ID: 9708 | Date Posted: October 2, 2026

About the role

Space Dynamics Laboratory (SDL) is seeking a Cost Analyst to support proposal cost estimating and provide financial tracking, analysis, reporting, and forecasting for internal projects and externally funded programs. As a research and development (R&D) organization, SDL supports programs focused on developing new and innovative technologies. While programs may share certain characteristics, each is unique and requires a thorough assessment of the resources, costs, and schedules necessary to meet Statement of Work (SOW), contractual, and internal project requirements. Working collaboratively with program managers, engineers, schedulers, contract administrators, and other team members, the selected candidate will translate program resource requirements and schedules into comprehensive budgets and detailed proposal cost estimates. For awarded programs, the selected candidate will provide ongoing financial tracking, analysis, reporting, and forecasting to support effective program planning and execution. This position offers the opportunity to work in a collaborative, team-oriented environment with opportunities for professional growth and both upward and lateral career development.

Responsibilities

• Support proposal cost estimating
• Provide financial tracking, analysis, reporting, and forecasting for internal projects and externally funded programs
• Translate program resource requirements and schedules into comprehensive budgets and detailed proposal cost estimates
• For awarded programs, provide ongoing financial tracking, analysis, reporting, and forecasting to support effective program planning and execution
• Work collaboratively with program managers, engineers, schedulers, contract administrators,