Director Finance Missiles Segment

Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense Company•Simsbury, CT

About The Position

At Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense Company (EBAD), we believe that our strengths are built on our most important resource - our people. Join EBAD and you'll be a part of a team who creates cutting edge technology that will blast us into the future. No other company can match the innovative energetic solutions that we provide. At EBAD you will actively contribute to successful missions putting men, women and satellites into space, and protecting our armed service men and women around the world. If this is the culture and work environment you are seeking, then EBAD is the place for you! Position Summary: The Director of Finance for the Missiles Division is the primary finance partner to the Missiles GM and Programs leadership, responsible for driving forecasting, reporting, program margin management, and disciplined execution to plan. This leader oversees a small team that includes Operations Finance and Program Analytics, ensuring strong linkage between program performance, operational drivers, and the division P&L. The role also supports M&A and strategic initiatives led by VP Finance. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong leadership in financial planning and analysis, cross-functional collaboration, and a desire to advance to VP of Finance or CFO roles.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in finance, Accounting, or related field (MBA or CPA preferred).
10+ years progressive finance experience including FP&A, project accounting, and business partnering; Aerospace and defense or project-based manufacturing preferred (construction or similar acceptable).
Demonstrated leadership experience with a track record of developing talent and raising performance expectations.
Proven ability to lead teams and influence peers across the organization.
Strong analytical, communication, and presentation skills.
Demonstrated ability to drive cross-functional initiatives and strategic projects.
Proficient in financial systems and tools (e.g., ERP, Excel, BI platforms).
High level of integrity, accountability, and commitment to continuous improvement.

Nice To Haves

Willingness to relocate to Denver for future CFO opportunities - preferred

Responsibilities

Build and lead a high-performing team by creating a safe, inclusive environment where people can do their best work, hiring, developing, and retaining strong talent, and addressing performance issues.
Coach through regular 1:1s and clear feedback, setting expectations, aligning goals, and delivering strong performance management.
Operate with a Kaizen mindset and a bias for action, driving a consistent operating cadence with clear accountability.
Use data, visual management, and problem solving to close gaps.
Lead and sustain continuous improvement that delivers measurable results.
Own the Missiles Division financial planning, forecasting, and analysis across Programs, Operations, BD, and Strategy.
Deliver clear insights and recommendations to the GM and leadership team to drive profitable growth, margin expansion, and disciplined execution.
Establish operating rhythm for financial reviews and performance management, ensuring leaders know what matters, why it matters, and what actions are required.
Lead program financial performance governance, including margin reporting and risk and opportunity management.
Oversee review of program cost estimates and EACs in partnership with Program teams and Program Analyst, ensuring consistency, rigor, and early issue escalation.
Lead Operations Finance to connect operational drivers to financial outcomes (productivity, yields, scrap, absorption, mix, inventory health, and cost-to-serve).
Partner with Operations and Supply Chain leaders to drive data-backed decisions on cost, cash, and throughput with clear accountability.
Support the VP Finance on M&A activities including modeling, diligence, and integration, while protecting the operating cadence of the Missiles Division.
Demonstrate ambition and capability to progress to VP of Finance and/or CFO roles.