Program Finance Analyst

Leonardo DRS; Germantown (MD); On-site; USD 76,000 - 99,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

401(k) with company contribute

Flexible work schedules (9/80)

Paid time off

Job summary

DRS RADA Technologies, a subsidiary of Leonardo DRS, seeks a Program Finance Analyst to support financial performance on government and commercial programs. You will partner with program teams to turn data into actionable insights for sound decision-making in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

The role develops expertise in program finance, forecasting, earned value, cost analysis, and government contracting while leveraging Oracle and other ERP tools.

Qualifications

• ,Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business or related field; 3+ years in program finance or financial analysis in government/manufacturing environments; equivalent combo accepted
• Master's degree or professional finance certification preferred
• Experience with government contracting and compliance (FAR, DFARS, CAS, SOX) is desirable

Responsibilities

• Support program financial planning, analysis, and reporting across the program lifecycle.
• Develop and maintain program budgets, forecasts, workforce projections, revenue/operating profit outlooks, cash-flow forecasts, and Estimates at Completion.
• Perform cost, schedule, and variance analysis; identify trends, risks, and communicate findings to leadership.
• Assist with Annual Operating Plan and Strategic Guide Plan data preparation (bookings, revenue, operating profit, cash-flow).
• Partner with Program Managers and cross-functional teams to provide timely financial analysis and decision support.
• Support cost proposal development, bid/no-bid assessments, cost estimating, pricing, RFP reviews, risk mitigation, and negotiation prep.
• Assist with program reviews, audit prep, contractual reporting, and government compliance activities.
• Develop working knowledge of job-cost collection and billing across contract types.
• Support negotiations with government customers, prime contractors, and international customers.
• Ensure compliance with accounting, government contracting, and business conduct requirements.
• Leverage ERP/financial systems (Oracle) to improve reporting accuracy and data visibility.

Skills

Financial analysis

Budgeting

Forecasting

Variance analysis

Cost accounting

ERP systems

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance/Accounting/Business

Tools

Oracle

MS Project

ProPricer

Job description

DRS RADA Technologies, a subsidiary of Leonardo DRS, is focused on proprietary radar solutions and legacy avionics systems supporting the defense industry globally. The company is a global pioneer of AESA tactical radars for active military protection, counter-drone applications, critical infrastructure protection, and border surveillance.

Job Description

Job ID: 115703

DRS RADA Technologies, a subsidiary of Leonardo DRS, is focused on proprietary radar solutions and legacy avionics systems supporting the defense industry globally. The company is a global pioneer of AESA tactical radars for active military protection, counter-drone applications, critical infrastructure protection, and border surveillance.

Job Summary

We are seeking a Program Finance Analyst to support the financial performance and strategic execution of complex government and commercial programs. In this role, you will partner closely with program management, operations, contracts, and site leadership to turn financial data into actionable insights that drive sound decisions. This is an opportunity for a finance professional who enjoys working in a fast-paced, mission-focused manufacturing environment and wants to build expertise in program financial management, forecasting, earned value, cost analysis, and government contracting.

What you'll do

• Support program financial planning, analysis, and reporting activities across the program lifecycle.
• Develop and maintain program budgets, forecasts, workforce projections, revenue and profit outlooks, cash-flow forecasts, and Estimates at Completion.
• Perform cost, schedule, and variance analysis; identify trends, assess risks, and communicate meaningful findings to program and site leadership.
• Support Annual Operating Plan and Strategic Guide Plan activities, including preparation of bookings, revenue, operating profit, investment, and cash-flow data.
• Partner with Program Managers and cross-functional teams to provide timely financial analysis and decision support.
• Support cost proposal development, including bid/no-bid assessments, cost estimating, pricing, request-for-proposal reviews, risk mitigation, and negotiation preparation.
• Assist with program reviews, audit preparation, contractual reporting, and government compliance activities.
• Develop working knowledge of job-cost collection and billing across a range of contract types.
• Support negotiations and business interactions with government customers, industry prime contractors, and international customers.
• Help ensure compliance with applicable accounting, government contracting, and business conduct requirements.
• Leverage ERP and financial systems, including Oracle, to improve reporting accuracy, data visibility, and business processes.

What you'll bring

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or a related field, plus 3 or more years of progressive experience in program finance, financial analysis, or a related discipline within a government or manufacturing environment. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
• Master's degree, professional certification, or advanced coursework in finance, accounting, or a related discipline is preferred.
• Strong financial-analysis skills, including experience with budgeting, forecasting, cost analysis, variance analysis, and financial reporting.
• Working knowledge of government contracting and compliance requirements, including FAR, DFARS, CAS, and SOX.
• Familiarity with program-finance concepts such as:
  • Earned Value Management Systems
  • Estimate at Completion development
  • Basis of Estimate preparation
  • Cost and pricing analysis
  • Cash-flow and working-capital management
  • Risk management and return-on-investment analysis
• Knowledge of government contract types, such as FFP, CPIF, CPFF, CPAF, BOA, IDIQ, FMS, and direct commercial sales.
• Understanding of allowable and unallowable costs, including IR&D, B'P, and direct-sell activities.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications; experience with Oracle, MS Project, Visio, and/or ProPricer is a plus.
• Strong communication, relationship-building, analytical, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate across functions and organizational levels.

The salary range for this position is $75,956.00 - $98,743.00. This range reflects the good faith estimate of pay the employer is willing to offer at the time of posting. Several factors can influence the pay scale, including but not limited to: Federal contract labor categories and contract wage rates, collective bargaining agreements, geographic location, business considerations, scope, and responsibilities of the position, local or other applicable market conditions, and internal equity. Other factors include the candidate's qualifications such as prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education/training, and certifications.

Taking care of our people is a top priority at Leonardo DRS. We are proud to offer competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, a company contribution to a health savings account, telemedicine, life and disability insurance, legal insurance, and a 401(k) savings plan. We champion wellness programs that focus on physical, emotional, and financial well-being. We develop our talent by offering programs and activities to support career-growth, professional development, and skill enhancement. And we understand there is more to life than work, and the importance of offering flexible work schedules with our 9/80 program, competitive vacation, health/emergency leave, paid parental leave, and community service hours. *Some employees are eligible for limited benefits only.

Leonardo DRS, Inc. and its subsidiaries provide equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.