Job Description
Program Finance Partner The Aerospace Corporation is the trusted partner to the nation's space programs, solving the hardest problems and providing unmatched technical expertise. As the operator of a federally funded research and development center (FFRDC), we are broadly engaged across all aspects of space delivering innovative solutions that span satellite, launch, ground, and cyber systems for defense, civil and commercial customers. When you join our team, you'll be part of a special collection of problem solvers, thought leaders, and innovators. Join us and take your place in space. This position supports multiple teams within the Federal and Commercial (FCP) division that provide direct technical support to NASA, NOAA, and USGS customers. The chosen individual will perform project cost and schedule analysis for work performed by Aerospace, provide results of that analysis to Aerospace and customer task leaders, and identify and resolve issues. In this high-impact role, you will serve as a trusted financial advisor to all levels of the organizationfrom program managers to senior executivesdelivering data-driven analysis, trend identification, and predictive analytics that enable informed decision-making and support the corporation's value proposition to customers. You will collaborate closely with the Group CFO and the Program Planning & Control (PP&C) organization to ensure alignment on financial policies, practices, and processes across the enterprise. This position offers the opportunity to influence strategic direction, shape financial operations, and make a measurable impact on mission success. The selected candidate will be required to work full-time, on-site at our facility located in either Chantilly, VA or Greenbelt, MD. What You'll be Doing Implements corporate standard PP&C processes, tools, and cadence within cognizant organization, optimizing compliance and efficiency. Develops and maintains cost and schedule baselines and forecasts that meet program and company requirements and are integrated with the program Statement of Work (SOW) as included in the Aerospace Requirements Tool (ART), and other program planning documents Matrixed member of the PP&C organization; responsible for establishing standard corporate PP&C processes to facilitate organizational and corporate level management; provides leadership in the development of policies and procedures; develops Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) tied to Enterprise STE and financial goals Develops and manages delivery (STE) and financial plans and forecasts for direct and indirect funded activities at the organizational level; tracks and performs analyses for various budgets; maintain organizational statistics Compares and analyzes STE and financial results with plans and forecasts, identifies trends; assess and communicates reliable metrics that management can use to make informed business decisions; uses data driven insights to recommend corrective actions to achieve STE and financial plans Informs Group CFO and Program Finance Manager on financial trends, reporting unit performance and recommends corrective actions to achieve financial plans What You Need to be Successful Minimum Requirements for Program Finance Partner include: Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business, Accounting, Economics, or related field is required 6+ years of progressive experience in program control, budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis is required Proven ability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously while adapting to shifting priorities and stakeholder needs Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a proactive approach to identifying data trends, variances, and opportunities to improve project performance Exceptional attention to detail with a commitment to producing accurate, high-quality financial reports and deliverables Demonstrated track record as a resourceful and creative solution finder who develops strategic options with consideration for broader organizational impact Ability to quickly establish credibility, build rapport, and cultivate trust across all levels of the organizationfrom program teams to senior leadership Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to build strong, collaborative relationships with stakeholders and geographically dispersed teams Strategic thinker who applies critical judgment to evaluate ideas, anticipate customer needs, and effectively influence stakeholders to pursue optimal solutions How You Can Stand Out It would be impressive if you have one or more of these: A minimum of (2) or more years of experience in a U.S. government (Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) contracting environment is preferred Proficiency with data analytic