Staff Cost Account Manager, Talon Program

Job overview

The Staff Cost Account Manager, Talon Program role is onsite in Mojave, CA, with a stated base salary range of $119,000–$172,000 per year and eligibility for an annual bonus of up to 15%. Stratolaunch develops hypersonic testbeds and flight-test capabilities. The role manages cost, schedule, and earned-value performance for aerospace development and test programs. It helps program teams maintain accurate forecasts, identify financial risks early, and execute cost-control plans aligned with technical scope and program objectives.

What you'll do

• Own cost responsibility for assigned control accounts
• develop and maintain control account plans, baselines, and resource allocations
• lead earned-value processes, variance analysis, estimate-to-complete revisions, and monthly reporting
• monitor costs, commitments, and accruals
• coordinate cost and schedule planning
• support customer reviews, audits, contract negotiations, and risk mitigation
• mentor cost analysts and early-career cost account managers.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

staff cost account manager

talon program

mojave ca

stratolaunch

program controls

earned value management

cost forecasting

aerospace development

financial reporting

risk mitigation

security clearance eligibility

annual bonus eligible

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Healthcare (medical, dental, vision, prescription drugs)
• paid maternity and parental leave
• 401(k) company match
• tuition reimbursement.

Why this role

Combines earned-value management and financial forecasting with cross-functional support for aerospace development and test programs.

About the employer

Stratolaunch, LLC is hiring for this role. Industry: Executive Offices. Sector: 92.