Job Description

Job Description
The BAE Systems 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 challenging opportunity exists for a motivated individual to join the Integrated Survivability Solutions Product Line within the Countermeasure & Electromagnetic Attack Solutions (CEMA) Business Area of BAE Systems Aerospace and Mission Systems (AMS) Segment. This candidate would serve as the finance lead on the active Longshot OTAs and Prophet IRADs within the International Strategic Air (ISA) product area within ISS.

The ISA portfolio is in the beginning stages of transitioning groundbreaking technology developed on IRAD into the customer community. The portfolio is currently executing two OTAs with line of sight on a broad customer community to expand into. This individual will be responsible for the financial management of these programs within the portfolio, internal reporting, Earned Value Management System, financial salient forecasting and analysis, and support to risk and opportunities development. The candidate will be expected to provide leadership and guidance to the program manager and functional team.

This role involves a combination of collaborative/in-person and independent work, therefore, it will be conducted in a 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 daily commute of our offices in Merrimack, NH, or be willing to relocate to the area at their own expense.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Demonstrated ability to lead and motivate a cross functional team and foster a culture of continuous improvement
Serving as the Finance partner to program manager and functional team
Supporting, reviewing and influencing program baselines through earned value management
Developing financial forecasts and reviewing/analyzing estimates at completion
Supporting weekly, monthly, and quarterly reporting requirements
Demonstrated problem solving and in-depth analytical skills
Strong interpersonal skills
Interfacing with customers as required 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
Proposal support through participating in strategy discussion, kick-off preparation, proposal preparation/review, fact-finding, statements of position, and negotiations
Developing creative solutions to problems and driving change
Has/able to obtain a Secret Clearance to support classified programs

State/Province

New Hampshire

Salary Max Point

172377

About BAE Systems Electronic Systems

BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it’s what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts – defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team—making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you’ll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference. Electronic Systems (ES) is the global innovator behind BAE Systems’ game-changing defense and commercial electronics. Exploiting every electron, we push the limits of what is possible, giving our customers the edge and our employees opportunities to change the world. Our products and capabilities can be found everywhere – from the depths of the ocean to the far reaches of space. At our core are more than 14,000 highly talented Electronic Systems employees with the brightest minds in the industry, we make an impact – for our customers and the communities we serve.

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.

Clearance Level – Must be able to obtain for position

Secret

Shift

1st Shift

City

Merrimack

Full Time / Part Time

Full-Time

Job Posting Title

Principal Program Control Analyst, Integrated Survivability Solutions (Hybrid)

Required Skills and Education

Typically a Bachelor's Degree and 6 years work experience or equivalent experience
Prior Program Controls experience working with various contract types
Ideally a working knowledge of Earned Value Management
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
Ability to prioritize and self-manage a multi-tasked workload in a fast-paced environment
Ability to make decisions with sound judgment while complying with policies and procedures

Internal/External

Preferred Skills and Education

Experience with Cobra, Excel, Oracle, Hyperion (Smartview) and ProPricer
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.
Experience in program finance and/or other finance functional disciplines

Sector

Electronic Systems

Salary Min Point

101398

Travel Percentage

<10%

U.S. Person Required

Yes

Job Category

Finance & Accounting

Career Level

Experienced

Clearance Level – Must currently possess

Confidential

Benefits Information

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.

Intern Benefits: Temporary employees generally are not eligible for BAE Systems benefits, but can elect to participate in the 401(k) savings plan. Temporary employees working 20+ hours per week are eligible for medical benefits, the employee assistance program, and business travel accident insurance.

Please note: Some benefits may be different for union employees that are governed by a collective bargaining agreement (CBA) or for positions covered by a wage law called the McNamara-O’Hara Service Contract Act (SCA).