About this role
Program Cntrl Anst Sr
Job Description: The F-15 International sustainment portfolio within Tactical Aircraft Electronic Warfare Solutions (TACAIR) Product Line is seeking a passionate and experienced project finance analyst to support this exciting and challenging sustainment program. The candidate will be responsible for ensuring timely and accurate program financial analysis for all programs within the assigned program area. This includes external and internal reporting, proposal support, leading program Estimates at Complete (EACs), managing cash flow, supporting quarterly business reviews, and leading the Integrated Business Plan for assigned programs. This candidate will be a full business partner with the program teams, support the business area strategy and provide financial data and analysis for decision-making.
This role involves a combination of collaborative/in-person and independent work, therefore this individual will be working in a hybrid remote work format, with time split between working on-site at our offices in Nashua, NH and remotely on a weekly basis.
The finance organization is a trusted business partner delivering information and innovative solutions for decision-making in order to deliver quality products and capabilities to our customers and, ultimately, the warfighter. We are committed to employee growth and development allowing employees to build a long-term career at BAE Systems. In addition to challenging day-to-day assignments, employees are encouraged to pursue special projects, participate in formal and informal mentoring programs and networking events, and rotate into different roles with increasing levels of responsibility. BAE Systems also provides employees with opportunities to engage with and positively influence the internal and external community in which we work.
Come join BAE Systems and help us in our mission as “We Protect Those Who Protect Us®.”
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Responsibilities include:
• Supporting weekly, monthly, and quarterly reporting requirements both internally and externally
• IPMDAR external financial reporting
• Reporting & presenting financials to management
• Serving as a full business partner to the cross functional program team
• Working with the contracts function for funding, billings, and other contractual items
• Creating and influencing program baselines through earned value management
• Developing and monitoring program risks and opportunities
• Developing financial forecasts and analyzing estimates at completion
• Significant program team contributor. Coordinating team meetings and reviews.
• Ensure compliance to internal controls while seeking out opportunities for continuous improvement.
• Proposal support through pricing basis of estimates, and preparing request for bid approvals (RBA); participating in fact-finding, statements of position, and negotiations.
About BAE Systems Electronic Systems: BAE Systems, Inc. is a defense, aerospace, and security company headquartered in Falls Church, Virginia, with more than 40,000 employees worldwide. We serve, supply, and protect those who protect us. As one of the most geographically diverse international defense companies, we deliver a full range of products and services spanning air, land, maritime, space, and cyber, including advanced electronics, intelligence solutions, and dedicated customer support.
Our culture is performance-driven and values-led, built on curiosity, creativity, and collaboration. Purpose isn't a tagline here. It's what drives us. We're developing breakthrough technologies that defend national security and make a lasting impact on our communities and our planet. When you join BAE Systems, you're not just building a career. You're contributing to a mission that truly matters.
This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled, or a qualified pool of candidates is identified.
Required Skills and Education: • Bachelor’s degree in business administration, accounting, finance, or related degree / and 4 years of work experience; alternatively, a master’s degree and 2 years of work experience
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools
• Experience with Earned Value Management
• Demonstrated problem solving and in-depth analytical skills
• Demonstrated ability to communicate and present financial data to other functions in an accurate, concise, and understandable manner
• Strong interpersonal skills to influence cross-functional work teams
• Ability to prioritize and self-manage a multi-tasked workload in a fast paced environment
• Ability to make decisions with sound judgment while complying with company policies and procedures
Preferred Skills and Education: • Experience in program finance and/or other finance functional disciplines
• Experience with IPMDAR reporting
• Experience with Oracle, Hyperion, ProPricer, Cobra, and iPortal
• Experience with project forecasting and analysis, particularly in a US Defense environment
• Experience with proposals
• Understanding and knowledge industry practices and standards as well as company policies
Benefits Information: Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.
Intern Benefits: Temporary employees generally are not eligible for BAE Systems benefits, but can elect to participate in the 401(k) savings plan. Temporary employees working 20+ hours per week are eligible for medical benefits, the employee assistance program, and business travel accident insurance.
Please note: Some benefits may be different for union employees that are governed by a collective bargaining agreement (CBA) or for positions covered by a wage law called the McNamara-O’Hara Service Contract Act (SCA).