Senior Operational Energy Financial Analyst/Manager

Overview

This role supports the Office of Operational Energy Innovation (OE-I) within the Office of the Under Secretary of War for Acquisition & Sustainment (OUSW(A&S)). The position is remote.

• Job Status: Full-Time
• Salary: $125,000 - $150,000
• Clearance: TS/SCI
• Travel: Occasional travel to the Pentagon and the Mark Center

Responsibilities

As the Senior Operational Energy Financial Analyst/Manager, responsibilities include:

• Lead financial oversight of 100+ operational energy innovation projects across all domains, ensuring efficient use and tracking of Military Interdepartmental Purchase Requests (MIPRs).
• Monitor and report on project execution, including obligation/expenditure trends and discrepancies.
• Support allocation of funding for energy strategies, including space energy, nuclear innovation, and integrated multi-domain energy roadmaps.
• Provide financial analysis and reporting that informs high-level Department of Defense decisions.
• Contribute to development of policy and strategy documents related to DoD energy innovation.

Key Tasks

• Manage end-to-end MIPR funding processes: documentation, tracking, compliance, and reporting.
• Analyze complex financial data and develop technical recommendations for leadership.
• Collaborate with Service project managers to execute OE innovation initiatives.
• Support budget development and funding strategies for space, cyber, and multi-domain energy programs.
• Draft reports, presentations, and briefings for senior leaders.
• Assist in developing energy strategy documents that may include classified annexes and direct policy recommendations.

Requirements

• Active Top Secret clearance, must be SCI eligible
• Bachelor’s degree (finance/accounting preferred); Master’s Degree strongly preferred
• 11-15 years of experience in financial management, technical analysis, or defense acquisition support
• Minimum of 5 years of experience with MIPR scheduling and DAI DoW financial systems
• Strong knowledge of DoD Form 7600 series and DoD 7000.14-R Financial Management Regulations
• Exceptional organizational, analytical, and communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI clearance
• Experience with OSD-level program offices, space/nuclear energy initiatives, or operational energy portfolios
• Familiarity with DoD acquisition, budgeting, and strategic planning processes

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary: $125,000 - $150,000

Location & Work Environment

• Primarily remote
• Periodic travel (10-20%) to the Pentagon, Mark Center, or program sites
• May include domestic and occasional international travel
• Ability to navigate industrial or operational sites and carry light materials for demonstrations or briefings