Senior Program Financial Analyst

Firestorm•San Diego, CA

5h•$113,000 - $156,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Senior Program Finance Analyst role is a key partner to Program Management, Engineering and Business Development, and is responsible for ensuring strong financial planning. To include, but not limited to, disciplined execution and accurate forecasting across complex government and commercial programs. This role supports the full program lifecycle from proposal pricing and contract award, through execution and closeout, with a focus on cost control, profitability, compliance and data driven decision making. The ideal candidate is highly analytical, detail oriented, and comfortable operating in a fast-paced Aerospace and Defense environment while balancing program execution needs with audit readiness and long-term financial integrity.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration or related field ; may substitute equivalent hands-on experience in lieu of a degree
Minimum 4 years of program & financial analysis experience in the Aerospace & Defense sector
U.S. Citizenship required due to ITAR regulations & the ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Defense (DoD) security clearance
Familiarity with DoD contract types (CPFF, FFP, T&M) and government regulations (FAR, DFARS)
Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret financial data and provide actionable insights
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and ERP systems (e.g., Costpoint, SAP, Unanet)

Nice To Haves

6+ years of experience in program finance in the Aerospace & Defense sector
Knowledge of GAAP and government audit processes (DCAA/DCMA)
Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, lookups, macros)
Prior experience supporting major aerospace or defense programs

Responsibilities

Develop, maintain, and analyze program budgets, forecasts, and Estimate at Completion (EAC) and Estimate to Complete (ETC) submissions
Assist in preparing financial models to evaluate program profitability, risk, and variance impacts
Support pricing and cost proposals for new business, contract modifications, and engineering change orders
Track actual costs, obligations, and commitments, ensuring alignment with contract baselines
Monitor and analyze variances between planned, actual, and forecasted costs and recommend corrective actions
Support Earned Value Management (EVM) reporting and compliance requirements
Assist with build cost models for proposals, ROMs, engineering change orders, and contract modifications
Partner with Business Development and Capture teams to support price to win alignment and competitive positioning
Perform bottoms up pricing that includes labor, material, subcontract, travel, ODC, and indirect rates
Evaluate quantity price breaks and production scaling impacts with Supply Chain
Support development of multi scenario pricing models for various contract structures (CPFF, FFP, T&M)
Assist with preparation of cost volumes, pricing justification, and audit ready backup for submission to government customers
Prepare and present monthly program financial performance reports to internal leadership and customer stakeholders
Support DCAA/DCMA audits, financial reviews, and internal compliance checks
Assist with annual financial and program audits, including revenue tie-outs, margin analysis, Estimate to Complete (ETC) and Estimate at Completion (EAC) reconciliations, and preparation of supporting schedules for detailed financial workbook audits
Partner with Program Managers to ensure financial alignment with schedule, technical performance, and contract requirements
Coordinate with Contracts, Procurement, and Operations on funding, subcontract management, and cash flow planning
Assist in the preparation of Estimate at Completion (EAC) and Estimate to Complete (ETC) submissions
Support annual budgeting, indirect rate analysis, and strategic planning initiatives
Contribute to continuous improvement of program finance processes, tools, and reporting

Benefits

We offer comprehensive medical, dental, and visions plans
401(k) Retirement Savings Plan to invest in your long-term retirement goals
Equity grants for new hires
Unlimited PTO
Extremely generous company holiday calendar, including a holiday hiatus in November, & December.
Generous Parental Leave
Lifestyle Spending Account
FSA
DCFSA
HSA
Hospital Indemnity insurance
Critical Illness insurance
Accident insurance
Basic Life/AD&D, short-term and long-term disability insurance, 100% covered by Firestorm. Plus, the option to purchase additional life insurance for you and your family.
Mental Health Resources: We provide free mental health resources 24/7 including therapy and more. Additional work-life services, such as free legal and financial support, are available to you as well.