Job Description

Job Description

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 impact the internal and external community in which we work.  
 
This specific role is a Project Finance Lead position supporting our LRASM (Long Range Anti Ship Missile) portfolio of programs in our Small Form Factor Solutions Product Line within the Electronic Combat Systems Business Area. The LRASM area boasts a diverse portfolio of challenging programs inclusive of both Development and Production contracts.

This role will be performed in a Hybrid Remote capacity, with the individual splitting their time between working on-site at BAE Facilities (Nashua, NH or Totowa, NJ) and remotely.  To be considered for this opportunity, applicants must either currently reside within a reasonable daily commute of our Nashua or Totowa offices or be willing to relocate to the area at their own expense. 

Essential Job Responsibilities & Duties: 

• Ensuring accurate and timely reporting of Financial data to the Program team and BAE Leadership 

• Oversight of Fixed Price Earned Value & UPC data 

• Coordination and updates of quarterly financial forecasts (FP&A) 

• Support to follow-on proposal efforts 

• As a lead, the employee in this role will be looked to by fellow Finance employees as well as individuals from other functions for sound financial advice and guidance 

 

Typical Education and Experience

Typically a Bachelor's Degree and 6 years work experience or equivalent experience

Required Skills and Education

• Bachelor’s degree and 6 years of work experience or equivalent experience; alternatively, a master’s degree and 4 years of work experience 

• Program Control / Program Finance experience within the defense industry

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools 

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

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

• Strong interpersonal skills to influence and lead cross-functional work teams 

• Ability to prioritize and self-manage a multi-tasked workload in a fast-paced environment 

• Understanding of program costs, revenue recognition, profit, cash and collections 

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

• Experience with the Material Reporting System and UPC Reporting

• This role also requires the ability to acquire a Secret clearance with eligibility to obtain a SAP/SAR clearance. 

Preferred Skills and Education

• Developing an EV compliant baseline position and sound understanding of Earned Value and UPC 

• Experience with Oracle, Hyperion, ProPricer, and Cobra 

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

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

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.