Director, Finance

Mercury Systems • Phoenix, AZ

11d • Hybrid

About The Position

Mercury Systems is seeking a Director of Finance to lead financial planning, reporting, and cost strategy for a portfolio of programs in aerospace and defense. The role owns P&L, investment planning, budget development, variance analysis, and external EVMS reporting, supported by a team of finance analysts. It is a hands-on role in a lean environment that calls for initiative, adaptability, and comfort navigating ambiguity and growth.

The position is hybrid and based at one of the listed Mercury Systems locations: Torrance, California; Andover, Massachusetts; or Phoenix, California. The Director partners with P&L leaders, Finance leadership, and Program Management teams, and leads and develops finance professionals responsible for operational, financial, and program-performance metrics.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree and at least 10 years of relevant experience, or an advanced degree and at least 7 years of relevant experience.
• Experience with Estimates at Completion (EACs) or similar forecasting systems and tools.
• Deep knowledge of program costs and schedules.
• Leadership experience supporting high-visibility projects and programs.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
• Knowledge of Earned Value Management principles and processes.
• Extensive systems experience in a manufacturing environment, such as Oracle, Cobra, ProPricer, or OpenPlan.
• Demonstrated ability to mentor staff and effectively advise senior management.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to meet critical deadlines, implement solutions, and drive process improvements.
• Must have or obtain a government security clearance; security clearances may only be granted to U.S. citizens.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree in Finance, Business, Economics, or a related field.
• Experience in the defense or aerospace industries.
• Active DoD Security Clearance.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a key partner to P&L leaders, Finance leadership, and Program Management teams.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of Finance professionals focused on operational, financial, and program-performance metrics.
• Oversee the development of Estimates at Complete (EACs).
• Ensure detailed analytics, adherence to financial policies, robust variance analysis, and Risk & Opportunity assessments in partnership with program teams.
• Provide analysis to support monthly Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and monthly business reviews.
• Lead financial planning, reporting, and cost strategy for a portfolio of programs.
• Own P&L, investment planning, budget development, variance analysis, and external EVMS reporting.

Benefits

• Comprehensive skills training.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Casual and enjoyable work atmosphere that supports employee learning and growth.
• Recognition and rewards for employee contributions.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director