Principal FP&A Analyst - Air Dominance

Overview

A remote Financial Analyst role is available within the Air Dominance Business Office of an Air & Space Defense Systems division. This position involves supporting a high-visibility portfolio with approximately $1.5 billion in annual sales. The role requires partnering with program leadership and cross-functional teams to influence financial decisions and drive execution with direct profit and loss implications. The position offers an opportunity to gain experience across the full financial lifecycle, from proposal through contract close-out.

This role requires U.S. citizenship and the ability to obtain and maintain an active DoD Secret security clearance from day one.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with program business managers and analysts to manage forecasts, balance sheets, fund cancellations, cash collections, and other FP&A needs.
• Support financial forecasting activities including current forecasts, annual operating plans, long-range planning, and short-range outlooks addressing risks and opportunities.
• Coordinate with program leadership and factory management to align unit delivery plans with key financial metrics such as sales and receipts.
• Partner and influence program Integrated Product Leadership (IPL) and strategic partners on program execution and strategy.
• Drive FP&A cadence across the portfolio while providing hands-on support to help programs understand financial data sources and impacts.

Requirements

• U.S. citizenship is required.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government-issued DoD Secret security clearance.
• Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience, or an advanced degree with at least 3 years of experience.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Willingness to travel up to 25% to Tucson, Arizona.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with SAP (APEX/PRISM).
• Strong presentation, communication, and professional skills.
• Ability to work independently with some supervision.
• Experience with financial forecasting tools such as RPlan.
• Knowledge of balance sheet management and cash collection processes.
• Proven analytical skills.
• Familiarity with Estimate at Completes (EACs), EDIT+, and accounting policies including contract close-out.
• Experience with invoicing best practices and fund cancellations.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate across functional disciplines including Engineering, Supply Chain, Contracts, and Operations.
• Experience working in a fast-paced environment managing multiple priorities.

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary range: $86,800 to $165,200, dependent on experience and qualifications.
• Eligibility for benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability coverage, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, flexible work schedules, employee assistance programs, parental leave, paid time off, and holidays.
• Potential eligibility for annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs based on performance.
• Relocation assistance is provided.

Location

• This is a remote position based in the United States; candidates must reside and work from one of the 50 U.S. states (excluding U.S. territories).
• Travel to Tucson, Arizona up to 25% of the time is required to support business needs.

Candidates may be required to attend select interview steps in person at office locations as part of the hiring process.