FP&A Manager, Engineering & Program Finance Business Partner

HawkEye 360•Herndon, VA

About The Position

HawkEye 360 is seeking an analytical and collaborative FP&A Manager to serve as the Finance business partner for the Engineering organization and key Program teams. The role leads budgeting and planning cycles, develops program-level financial forecasts, evaluates gross margin performance, and provides insights to improve execution across Engineering program operations. The position works closely with Engineering, Mission Management, System Operations, and Executive Leadership to improve forecast accuracy, optimize resource allocation, and support long-range planning. It combines program finance and strategic analysis in a dynamic, mission-driven environment.

Requirements

At least 6 years of progressive experience in FP&A, Corporate Finance, Program Finance, or a related role.
Proven experience supporting budgeting cycles, program financials, and/or Engineering program forecasting.
Strong analytical skills and financial modeling expertise, with the ability to interpret complex data and develop meaningful insights.
Ability to collaborate cross-functionally and influence stakeholders at all levels.
Proficiency with Excel.
Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field.

Nice To Haves

Experience in a technology, aerospace, defense, or government contracting environment.
Experience with program budgets, labor planning, cost tracking, or gross margin modeling.
Experience with Salesforce, Power BI, or financial planning systems.

Responsibilities

Lead Engineering budgeting and forecasting, including annual operating plans, quarterly forecasts, and monthly updates for program-level operational metrics.
Own budget-versus-actual reporting for Engineering and major programs, providing variance analyses and actionable recommendations.
Partner with Program Managers to build and manage program budgets covering labor planning, non-labor expenditures, capital expenditures, and funding-profile reporting.
Develop gross margin models incorporating contract terms, delivery costs, labor requirements, and program performance trends.
Conduct scenario planning to evaluate revenue outcomes, resource needs, mission schedules, and program execution paths.
Support Engineering leadership with financial insight into long-term planning, contract structures, and the financial viability of new opportunities.
Prepare monthly and quarterly financial packages for Engineering, Program Management, and Executive teams, highlighting risks, opportunities, and recommended actions.