Cost Account Manager

Responsibilities for this Position

Cost Account Manager

ID: 2025-69261
USA-MA-Pittsfield
Required Clearance: Secret
Posted Date: 11/13/2025
Category: Engineering-Other
Employment Type: Full Time
Hiring Company: General Dynamics Mission Systems, Inc.


Basic Qualifications

Requires a Bachelors or Technology degree in Engineering or a related specialized area/field, or equivalent (4 years job-related experience). Requires an additional 2+ years of job-related experience, or a Master's degree.

CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS
Department of Defense Secret security clearance is preferred at time of hire. Applicants selected will be subject to a U.S. Government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Due to the nature of work performed within our facilities, U.S. citizenship is required.

Responsibilities for this Position

At General Dynamics Mission Systems, we create the technologies, products and services that help our nations heroes keep our nation safe. The work we do is so advanced, we are continuously moving the boundaries of whats possible. Here youll work with the best and your talent will be front and center on projects that impact the world. Are you up to the challenge?

We apply advanced technologies such as Artificial Intelligence, Blockchain, AR/VR, Cloud Native and Quantum Physics to solve our customers missions in cyber, RF, undersea, interstellar and everything in between.

Showing initiative and exercising judgement, youll design, develop, analyze, troubleshoot and provide technical skills during research and/or product development, analyze effects of projects upon various areas such as Engineering, Facilities, and the labor pool to determine the most practical and cost-efficient methods to obtain the required resources and design systems, software and equipment layout. Participating on the engineering work team, youll develop, implement, install, test, modify and/or operate complex equipment and systems as well as support other team members concerning experiment design, materials, equipment setup/maintenance and related issues.

What youll experience:

• Technologies that arent just top-notch, theyre often top-secret
• A team of bold thinkers committed to exploring whats next
• Opportunities to gain new knowledge - as its discovered

What you bring to the table:

• A Bachelors of Science or Technology degree, a related specialized area or field (or equivalent experience) plus a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience; or Master's degree
• Demonstrate narrowly focused in-depth technical level of practical operational process knowledge in a specific engineering area
• Demonstrate technical competence in the setup, monitoring and documentation of experiments and/or lab equipment

What sets you apart:

• Creative thinking with the ability to multi-task
• Commitment to ongoing professional development
• Team player who thrives in collaborative environments and revels in team success

Duties and Tasks:

• Serve as the Control Account Manager (CAM) for assigned projects, overseeing the financial performance and ensuring alignment with project goals
• Develop and manage control account plans, including budgets, schedules, and resource allocation
• Conduct detailed financial analysis and modeling to support project decision-making
• Prepare and maintain monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports, ensuring accuracy and compliance with company standards
• Monitor project financial performance, identifying variances, and implementing corrective actions to stay within budget and schedule constraints
• Collaborate with project managers, engineering teams, and other stakeholders to ensure financial alignment and support project execution
• Assist in the preparation of financial presentations for senior management and stakeholders
• Ensure compliance with company financial policies, procedures, and government contracting regulations

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Bachelors degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in financial analysis, project management, or related roles
• Proficiency in financial modeling, data analysis tools, and project management software
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and presentation abilities
• Experience with Earned Value Management (EVM) principles and practices
• Knowledge of financial software and ERP systems is a plus
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment

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Salary Note

This estimate represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors (geographic location, etc.). Actual pay may vary. This job posting will remain open until the position is filled.

Combined Salary Range

USD $86,091.00 - USD $93,154.00 /Yr.

Company Overview

General Dynamics Mission Systems (GDMS) engineers a diverse portfolio of high technology solutions, products and services that enable customers to successfully execute missions across all domains of operation. With a global team of 12,000+ top professionals, we partner with the best in industry to expand the bounds of innovation in the defense and scientific arenas. Given the nature of our work and who we are, we value trust, honesty, alignment and transparency. We offer highly competitive benefits and pride ourselves in being a great place to work with a shared sense of purpose. You will also enjoy a flexible work environment where contributions are recognized and rewarded. If who we are and what we do resonates with you, we invite you to join our high-performance team!

Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans

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General Dynamics Mission Systems is a technology integrator and original equipment manufacturer that provides mission critical solutions across ground, sea, air, space and cyberspace.

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