Manufacturing Operation Financial Analyst

Leidos • Huntsville, AL

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Defense Sector at Leidos currently has an opening for a to support our manufacturing portfolio across our Huntsville - AL sites. This is an exciting opportunity to support multiple high profile mission critical DoD development and production programs. This position will play a key role in supporting the rapid scaling of the Manufacturing organizations. Looking for an opportunity to make an impact? At Leidos, we deliver innovative solutions through the efforts of our diverse and talented people who are dedicated to our customers’ success. Everything we do is built on a commitment to do the right thing for our customers, our people, and our community. Our Mission, Vision, and Values guide the way we do business. We are seeking a highly motivated individual to support multiple high priority defense manufacturing programs. This role combines Program Financial Analyst responsibilities with manufacturing operations insight to support informed decision-making across production programs and Sites. The position is finance-led, with primary accountability for forecasting, financial performance, and risk identification for manufacturing operations, while leveraging manufacturing and supply chain understanding to improve cost, schedule, and delivery outcomes. Manufacturing Operation Financial Analysts are at the forefront of ensuring effective, sustainable program performance. They are responsible for effective cost control at the point of execution. They work shoulder to shoulder with the Manufacturing team on the production floor to help ensure that Manufacturing meets their commitments for cost and schedule. While you do need to be located in Huntsville - AL area, we offer flexible / hybrid work from home opportunity.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or related field
• 4+ years of experience supporting manufacturing or production-focused programs
• Strong forecasting, cost analysis, and variance analysis skills
• Ability to interpret manufacturing metrics and link them to financial performance
• Proficiency in Excel and financial analysis tools

Nice To Haves

• Experience in defense, aerospace, or regulated manufacturing environments
• Experience with Earned Value Management reporting
• Familiarity with labor standards, learning curves, and material cost drivers
• Experience partnering with manufacturing and supply chain teams

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage budgets, forecasts, EACs, and ETCs for manufacturing programs
• Perform variance, trend, and margin analysis tied to labor efficiency, material usage, yield, and throughput
• Analyze manufacturing performance metrics and translate impacts to financial outcomes
• Partner with Program Management, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, and Engineering to evaluate cost and capacity trade-offs
• Support financial reviews, audits, and executive briefings for production programs
• Ensure compliance with Leidos financial policies and manufacturing cost controls

Benefits

• Pay and benefits are fundamental to any career decision. That's why we craft compensation packages that reflect the importance of the work we do for our customers. Employment benefits include competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave and Retirement. More details are available here.

What This Job Offers

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