Program Finance Analyst

Stratolaunch; Mojave (CA); Hybrid; USD 66,500 - 87,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Maternity and Parental Leave

50% company match on 401(k) contributions, up to $11,500

Job summary

Stratolaunch, located in Mojave, CA, seeks a Financial Analyst to provide financial oversight, analysis, and reporting for key programs. This role influences decision-making and establishes cost baselines, ensuring compliance with contracts and government guidelines.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s Degree, experience in Earned Value Management, and strong interpersonal communication skills. The position offers a full-time role either onsite in Mojave or remote, adhering to Pacific Time.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience or equivalent.
• Experience in government contracting preferred.
• Ability to work cross-functionally.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to program cost forecast and budget management.
• Perform risk analysis on company projects.
• Support audits and review requests from programs.

Skills

Earned Value Management

Cost Control

Financial Analysis

Data Analytics

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Tools

Costpoint

Kronos

Power BI

Tableau

Job description

Stratolaunch is a technology accelerator that engineers operationally realistic testing at Mach 5+. Our air‑launched, Talon testbeds are reusable, cost‑effective platforms that enable routine access to the hypersonic environment. We deliver flight data critical to validating system performance and achieving rapid technology deployment. Together with our customers, we drive innovations that are imperative to advancing national security.

Reporting to the Program Control/Finance Manager, this key role provides financial oversight, analysis and reporting of variance across programs. In close collaboration with the program team, this role will influence decision‑making for the program, company and customer. Responsibilities will include establishing cost baselines, EAC development, analysis of contract task orders, labor analysis, subcontract finances, purchase requests, EBITDA and revenue forecasting. Knowledge of Earned Value Management is a plus and will help provide performance information to the program and management team. Regular coordination with Finance, Contracts, Project Management, and other teams to develop and present program financial reporting. The role prepares ad‑hoc reports and analyses as required.

Essential Responsibilities

• Contribute to program cost forecast and budget management
• Keep the program team current regarding upcoming activities, deadlines, and milestones
• Perform schedule‑based risk analysis on the company’s projects
• Help evaluate risks and risk mitigation plans to determine if the risks are appropriate and risk mitigations are adequate
• Produce and review ad‑hoc project‑level projections, graphs, and reports for both internal and external stakeholders
• Perform analysis and prepare reports to ensure contracts are within negotiated and agreed‑upon parameters and government cost‑control guidelines
• Set up cost control system, monitor and control costs and schedules on contracts requiring validated cost schedule control system
• Support audits and review requests from programs, customers, and company management, including fact‑finding and negotiation support
• Ensure adequate funding availability by maintaining accurate records of expenditures, directing preparation of expenditure projections, and submitting timely requests for additional funding to the government
• Support the preparation and coordination of financial forecasting and reporting, Annual Operating Plan and Resource Plan
• Streamline data collection, modeling, and management practices
• Contribute financial information to the monthly program review
• Support the preparation of business proposals to the US Government and industry
• Support compliance with contractual requirements and internal procedures
• Support preparation invoices; familiarity with CPFF, T&M and FFP contracts is preferred
• Understanding of EVMS and government CPR reporting a plus

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree and 2 years of experience or equivalent experience
• Experience in Earned Value Management System (EVMS) a plus
• Knowledge of program management or operational workflow
• Ability to support program management, integration, and control strategies
• Ability to work cross‑functionally with technical and functional departments
• Ability to support decision‑making and conflict resolution
• Ability to work and communicate with a diverse group
• Familiarity with Costpoint, COBRA, or other established EVM systems
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills
• Experience in Business Consulting, Engineering, or Finance
• Experience in government contracting
• Experience in Data Analytics and Visualization (Kronos, Power BI, Tableau, or similar)
• Experience with FAR/DFAR Cost Account Standards (CAS)
• Expertise in Microsoft Office (Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Word, and Outlook)
• Ability to obtain Secret clearance

Benefits and Location

• LVL I $66,500–$87,000
• LVL II $83,100–$109,000
• This position is full‑time onsite in Mojave, CA or remote (must maintain Pacific Time Zone work schedule)
• Paid Maternity and Parental Leave
• 50 % company match per contributed dollar into 401(k) savings plan, up to $11,500

Equal Employment Opportunity

Stratolaunch is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity at our company. We encourage people from all walks of life to apply, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other characteristic protected by law. Our management team does not tolerate discrimination or harassment at any point during our employees’ and applicants’ time with us, especially with respect to recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, training, compensation, benefits, employee activities, and general treatment during employment. For purposes of transparency, U.S. Citizenship may be required for some positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.

For legal compliance, we comply with federal Export Control Laws and disclosure requirements. We do not discriminate on the basis of any protected group status under any applicable law.