Senior Principal Program Control Analyst (Hybrid)

Job Description

What is it like working for a company that makes a national impact? Inspiring. At BAE Systems, the work that you do will help keep some of the nation’s biggest defense programs streamlined and on time. Whether it is an innovative financial solution or helping to create the vision for the next five years, you will be a key part of an innovative and unique problem-solving team. Our team is looking for an experienced Finance Manager. You can help our teams successfully capture and execute complex programs – all while growing your own career. Our generous benefits and compensation packages will help you secure the life you want while you help our teams advance the technologies that keep nations safe.

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.

A unique opportunity exists for a motivated individual to join the Advanced Compact Electronic Warfare Solutions (ACES) Product Line within the Countermeasure & Electromagnetic Attack Solutions (CEMA) Business Area. The candidate will serve as the finance partner to the Compact Countermeasure Solutions (CCS) product area Finance Manager. This portfolio is currently comprised of classified cost type development, low-rate production, and full-rate production programs. This individual will be responsible for supporting the financial management and analysis of programs within the portfolio, supporting strategy, proposals, planning and baseline integrity, internal reporting, Earned Value Management System and Life Cycle Management compliance, financial salient forecasting and analysis, and risk and opportunities development. The candidate will also be expected to provide leadership, expertise, and guidance to junior members of the product area.

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 on-site at our 95 Canal St, Nashua, NH offices, and remotely. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants must either currently reside within a reasonable daily commute of our Nashua office, or be willing to relocate to the area.

Responsibilities include:

• Ability to lead and motivate a team of Finance professionals and foster a culture of continuous improvement

• Serve as the Finance partner to the Product Area Finance Manager, Program Director, leadership team and program team members

• Key member of the ACES Finance team, supporting Product Line financial commitments and requirements, goal setting/management, resource planning, etc.

• Supporting, reviewing and influencing program baselines through earned value management

• Developing and shaping program risks and opportunities

• Developing financial forecasts and reviewing/analyzing estimates at completion

• Supporting weekly, monthly, and quarterly reporting requirements

• Interfacing with customers and serving as a consultant for external communications

• Demonstrated ability to communicate and present financial data to other functions and leadership in an accurate, concise, and understandable manner

• Seeking out projects to continually improve processes

• Proposal support through participating in strategy discussion, kick-off preparation, proposal preparation/review, fact-finding, statements of position, and negotiations

• Investment management and reporting

• Developing creative solutions to problems and driving change

• Has/able to obtain a Secret Clearance to support classified programs

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

• Bachelor Degree in Accounting, Finance or related discipline plus 6+ years of relevant experience, or advanced degree with 4+ years of relevant experience

• Prior Program Controls experience working with various contract types

• Experience managing and developing individuals

• Working knowledge of Earned Value Management

• Capable of efficient and relevant decision-making

• Demonstrated problem solving and in-depth analytical skills

• Strong interpersonal skills to influence cross-functional work teams

• Ability to develop strong working relationships at all levels of the organization

• Ability to communicate and present financial data to various functions and varying levels of Management

• Experience with Financial forecasting and analysis

• Recent experience in the Defense Industry

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools, in particular, Excel and Power Point

• Active Secret Clearance is strongly preferred, although we'll consider those who do not possess a current clearance but are eligible to obtain one.

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

• Experience with Hyperion, Cobra, ProPricer, Oracle, and Smartview

• 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

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $118747 - $201870

Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.

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.


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.