Job Description

Job Description

BAE Systems Electronic Systems (ES) Sector is seeking a Finance Manager to lead the financial planning and analysis activity for the Advanced Electronic Warfare Solutions (AEWS) product line within the Electronic Combat Solutions business area. This role will also provide financial oversight and support to the Shadow Product-Based Organization and related Strategic Initiatives program area.

The Finance organization is a trusted business partner delivering information and innovative solutions for decision-making 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 impact the internal and external community in which we work.

This challenging and fast-paced hybrid role is responsible for executing the quarterly business review (QBR) and integrated business plan (IBP) for the product line in addition to managing discretionary spend, funding/sales/profit/cash risks and opportunities, interim forecast updates, and other financial reporting requirements. This role will also oversee a family of programs within the product line and have direct reports working program control on those programs. This individual will serve as a full business partner to the program managers they support.

Because this role involves a combination of collaborative/in-person and independent work, it will take the form of a hybrid work format, with time split between working onsite and remotely. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants must either currently reside within a reasonable commute of Nashua, NH, or must be willing to relocate to the Nashua area.

ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Lead the development, review and presentation of all AEWS financial forecasts, including the Operating Plan, Quarterly Business Reviews (QBRs), latest looks, and the long-term Integrated Business Plan (IBP), working collaboratively across functions

• Provide primary finance support to the Shadow Product-Based Organization and related Strategic Initiatives program area:

  • Build business cases and investment evaluation models (ROI analyses) for new product offerings

  • Assist in development of pricing strategy, Commercial Item Determination packages, and pricing catalogues for FAR part 12 commercial product offerings

  • Collaborate with internal customers and manufacturing partners across the enterprise to ensure alignment of overlapping financial plans

• Influence favorable program execution via robust baseline management, application of EVMS principles, developing realistic Estimate at Completions (EACs), and actively managing risks and opportunities

• Maintain a level of flexibility to shift between tactical program execution and strategic portfolio planning.

• Interface with internal and external customers to support all reporting requirements, data requests and audits

• Promote the professional development of the finance team; drive and sustain a high level of collaboration and continuous improvement mindset amongst the team

• Collaborate with other financial disciplines as required (Accounting, Government Compliance, Pricing)

• Review and support new business pursuits from pre-Request For Proposal (pre-RFP) stage through contract negotiations and award

• Monitor and analyze weekly, monthly, and quarterly financial performance against forecast and plan and provide insights to senior leadership

• Develop and implement financial strategies that support the AEWS product line objectives

• Maintain a keen understanding of the risk and opportunity sets for both programmatic estimates at complete and ability to meet financial commitments

• Ensure Lifecycle Management (LCM) requirements are met

 

Typical Education and Experience

Typically a Bachelor's Degree and 8 years work experience or equivalent experience

Required Skills and Education

• Bachelor’s degree and 8+ years of work experience or equivalent experience

• Ability to obtain Secret clearance

• Ability to develop solutions to complex problems using ingenuity & innovation

• Experience communicating and presenting financial data to other functions and senior leadership in an accurate, concise, and understandable manner

• Exceptional organizational skills; ability to develop an achievable schedule and hold stakeholders accountable for adhering to stated deadlines

• Strong interpersonal skills

• Ability to develop and maintain professional and effective relationships with internal and external customers

• Ability to make decisions with sound judgment while complying with policies and procedures

• Ability to interact with customers

• Ability to multitask and balance competing priorities without sacrificing accuracy

Preferred Skills and Education

• Direct experience with FAR part 12 commerciality

• Financial planning and analysis (FP&A) and program control experience

• Demonstrated ability to supervise the development and management of compliant EVMS baseline

• Active Secret Clearance

• Experience with Oracle, Hyperion (Smartview), ProPricer, Investment Evaluation Models, and Cobra

• Ability to challenge and improve knowledge of industry practices and standards as well as company policies

• Previous experience working proposals

   

About BAE Systems, Inc.

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.