Space Program Finance & Operations Lead (TS/SCI)

Saic; Chantilly (VA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

SAIC in Chantilly, VA is seeking a highly experienced Business Operations Analyst to provide financial insight, oversight, and guidance to support program and organizational performance within a government-led space program. The role requires on-site presence at the Program Office and close collaboration with leadership.

The ideal candidate has a strong background in satellite program financial management, forecasting, cost control, and procurement support, with experience navigating fast-paced

Qualifications

• Experience providing financial support and guidance in the acquisition, development, and deployment of satellite systems.
• Ability to work in a dynamic environment with senior government/military personnel and industry partners.
• Ability to communicate with senior decision makers across programmatic and technical domains.
• Security clearance: TS/SCI is required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee project cost control activities, including actual cost analysis, variance reporting, trend identification, and performance assessments.
• Lead forecasting efforts, including labor, material, subcontract, revenue, profit, and indirect rate projections.
• Review and approve financial analyses, forecasting rates, cost allocations, account assignments, and related business transactions.
• Prepare, review, and communicate financial deliverables, quarterly program reviews (QPRs), and other business performance reports.
• Support pricing initiatives, and long-range financial planning activities.
• Assist Government leadership with the management of procurement-related business activities, including material requisition approvals, vendor coordination, invoicing issues, and accrual reviews.
• Support internal and external audits and drive resolution of identified business, financial, or compliance issues.
• Provide business guidance to Government leadership and ensure Program Managers are informed of significant financial risks, opportunities, and performance trends.
• Proactively partner with the Satellite Program Office and support staff Teams to address urgent gaps and resolve challenges that impact the Program.
• Partner with the Government Military Leader and Program Managers to strategically and tactically guide nationally-critical satellite programs through acquisition, engineering, and operational trades to achieve on-time launch and on-orbit performance.

Skills

Financial analysis

Forecasting

Cost control

Acquisition support

Communication with senior leaders

TS/SCI

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

PhD/JD

Job description

SAIC in Chantilly, VA is seeking a highly experienced Business Operations Analyst to provide financial insight, oversight, and guidance to support program and organizational performance within a government-led space program. The role requires on-site presence at the Program Office and close collaboration with leadership.

The ideal candidate has a strong background in satellite program financial management, forecasting, cost control, and procurement support, with experience navigating fast-paced