Sr. Business Analyst, Special Materials

BWXT; Jonesborough (TN); On-site; USD 99,000 - 157,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Benefits package

Flexible schedules

Professional development

Inclusive culture

Mission-driven work

Continual training

Job summary

BWX Technologies, Inc. is seeking a Sr.

Business Analyst – Special Materials in Jonesborough, TN to identify and maximize financial opportunities through pricing strategy, cost optimization, capital efficiency, and program profitability initiatives. The role collaborates with the Special Materials management team to achieve corporate objectives while upholding financial controls and regulatory requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance or economics.
• 15+ years of progressive financial leadership experience.
• Experience maximizing financial performance in regulated environments.
• Strong cost accounting, forecasting, and investment analysis.
• Ability to influence senior leaders and drive decisions.
• Advanced Excel and financial analysis tool proficiency; ERP experience.
• Experience with government-funded, defense, nuclear or special materials programs preferred.
• Familiarity with FAR/DFARS or regulated contracting preferred.
• Willingness to travel up to 10%.
• U.S. citizenship and DoD/DOE security clearance eligibility.

Responsibilities

• Identify and maximize financial opportunities through pricing, cost optimization, and profitability initiatives.
• Develop business cases, capital investment proposals, and ROI analyses for special materials programs.
• Partner with program and operations leaders for accurate cost estimating, forecasting, and performance tracking.
• Analyze cost drivers, material yields, labor plans, overhead absorption to improve margins.
• Lead annual operating plans, multi-year forecasts, and long-range financial plans.
• Establish and monitor KPIs; serve as trusted advisor to senior leadership.
• Drive continuous improvement in financial processes, tools, and reporting accuracy.
• Act as liaison between Special Materials and BWXT Finance.
• Ensure alignment with financial standards and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Financial leadership

FP&A

Cost accounting

Forecasting

Investment analysis

Influence senior leaders

ERP systems

U.S. citizenship

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance or economics

Tools

Excel

ERP systems

Job description

At BWX Technologies, Inc. (NYSE: BWXT), we are People Strong, Innovation Driven. A U.S.-based company, BWXT is a Fortune 1000 and Defense News Top 100 manufacturing and engineering innovator that provides safe and effective nuclear solutions for global security, clean energy, environmental restoration, nuclear medicine and space exploration. With more than 7,800 employees, BWXT has 14 major operating sites in the U.S., Canada and the U.K. We are the sole manufacturer of naval nuclear reactors for U.S. submarines and aircraft carriers. Our company supplies precision manufactured components, services and fuel for the commercial nuclear power industry across four continents. Our joint ventures provide environmental restoration and operations management at a dozen U.S. Department of Energy and NASA facilities. BWXT’s technology is driving advances in medical radioisotope production in North America and microreactors for various defense and space applications. For more information, visit www.bwxt.com . Follow us on LinkedIn , X , Facebook and Instagram .

Welcome to BWXT

We believe in empowering our employees and cultivating a dynamic workplace that fosters growth and collaboration. Whether you’re an experienced professional or just starting your career, you'll find opportunities to challenge yourself, learn from seasoned experts, and contribute to nuclear innovation. We require a diverse range of skills to support our work in the markets that drive our business and welcome candidates from all backgrounds and life stages who are passionate about making a difference.

Position Overview

As our Sr. Business Analyst – Special Materials, you will be responsible for identifying and maximizing financial opportunities through pricing strategy, cost optimization, capital efficiency and program profitability initiatives. This role will work in collaboration with the Special Materials management team to achieve organizational objectives and ensure alignment with the company’s goals while fostering a culture of excellence and accountability.

Location

Jonesborough, TN

Your Day to Day as Sr. Business Analyst – Special Materials:

• Identifies and maximizes financial opportunities through pricing strategy, cost optimization, capital efficiency, and program profitability initiatives.
• Develops and evaluates business cases, capital investment proposals, and return-on-investment (ROI) analyses for special materials programs and infrastructure.
• Partners with program and operations leaders to ensure accurate cost estimating, forecasting, and performance tracking for complex and regulated materials programs.
• Analyzes cost drivers, material yields, labor plans and efficiency, and overhead absorption to improve margins and financial predictability.
• Works with site assigned finance personnel to lead development of annual operating plans, multi-year forecasts, and long-range financial plans related to special materials operations and new ventures.
• Establishes and monitor key financial and operational performance indicators (KPIs).
• Serves as a trusted financial advisor to senior leadership and cross-functional stakeholders.
• Drives continuous improvement in operational performance, financial processes, tools, and reporting accuracy.
• Acts as a liaison between the Special Materials organization and BWXT Finance organization.
• Ensures alignment with financial standards, internal controls, and regulatory or contractual financial requirements.

Required Qualifications

• A bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance or economics
• Minimum of 15 years of progressive financial leadership experience, including FP&A, program finance, or strategic financial analysis
• Demonstrated experience maximizing financial performance in complex, highly regulated, or materials-intensive environments
• Strong knowledge of cost accounting, business forecasting, and investment analysis
• Proven ability to influence senior leaders and drive financially sound business decisions
• Advanced proficiency in Excel and financial analysis tools; experience with ERP systems
• Experience supporting government-funded, defense, nuclear, energy, or special materials programs preferred
• Familiarity with FAR/DFARS or other regulated contracting environments preferred
• Experience in capital project analysis and long-term infrastructure investments preferred
• Must be a US Citizen with no dual citizenship
• Must be eligible to obtain and maintain a Department of Defense (DOD) and/or Department of Energy (DOE) security clearance
• Must be willing to travel (local and CONUS) up to 10% of the time

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package, including health, dental, and retirement plans.
• Flexible work schedules and paid time off to promote a healthy work-life balance.
• Professional development opportunities, including mentorship programs and sponsorship for continuing education.
• An inclusive atmosphere that celebrates new perspectives and supports collaboration between different generations.
• The chance to be part of a mission-driven organization making a positive impact on the future of energy.
• Opportunities for continuous learning and training to grow throughout your career!

Pay

Pay: $99,410 - $157,000

The base salary range for this position in Tennessee (US-TN) at the start of employment is expected to be between $99,410 and $157,000 per year. However, the base salary offered is based on local job market factors, and may vary further depending on factors specific to the selected job candidate, such as job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and other objective business considerations. Subject to these considerations, the total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, such as an annual cash incentive in addition to a full range of medical, retirement, and/or other benefits. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided at such time the selected job candidate receives an offer of employment. If hired, the selected job candidate will be employed 'at-will,’ unless employed at a location and in a position subject to a collective bargaining agreement. The company further reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment, compensation or benefit program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, company or individual department/team performance, and other market factors.

As a federal government contractor, BWX Technologies, Inc. and any subsidiaries, affiliates and related entities (“BWXT” or the “Company”) complies with all federal, state, and local laws and customer requirements regarding health and safety protocols. As such, all BWXT new hires will be required to adhere to applicable Company health and safety requirements within the workplace as a condition of employment.

All candidates must be U.S. citizens. Selected applicants are required to successfully complete a pre-employment check and drug screening. In addition, the position may require the ability to obtain and maintain applicable federal eligibility requirements for access to classified/sensitive information or matter which involves an extensive criminal and financial background investigation, drug test, previous employment, and reference verifications.

BWXT is committed to the concept of Equal Employment Opportunity. We have established procedures to ensure that all personnel actions such as recruitment, compensation, career development, benefits, company-sponsored training and social recreational programs are administered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, protected veteran or other protected status.

Nearest Major Market

Asheville

Nearest Secondary Market

Knoxville

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Defense, DoD, Business Analyst, Nuclear Engineering, Security Clearance, Government, Technology, Engineering