Job ID: 114069
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
The Senior Program Financial Analyst will provide comprehensive financial and program analysis support, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and government compliance standards. This role requires expertise in program budgeting, cost analysis, and reporting. Responsibilities include supporting proposal preparations, managing budgets, analyzing trends, and ensuring adherence to financial regulations, such as FAR, DFAR, and CAS. Candidates should possess strong analytical skills, proficiency in financial systems (e.g., ERP/Oracle, Deltek Costpoint), and a solid understanding of government contract structures and compliance requirements.
Job Responsibilities
Provide leadership for the financial and program analysis management functions of the company
Ensure soundness of analysis, good business judgment, compliance with policies and procedures, adequacy of results and that all costs and reasonable fees have been provided for
Obtain agreement on previously determined goals and objectives through negotiation, persuasion and advocacy
Establish, develop and maintain effective business relationships with internal and external customers
Support negotiations with the government, industry prime contractors and foreign customers
Conduct difficult analytical studies, monitor trends and be able to accurately interpret the results
Support of government compliance and audit activities
Understand standards of conduct to include: conflicts of interests; improper practices; liability and fraud
Understand contract design and structure to include: FFP; CPIF; CPFF; CPAF; BOA; IDIQ; Foreign Military Sale (FMS); and International Direct Commercial Sale (DCS), and, competitive and sole source procurements
Strong grasp of generally accepted accounting principles and an in-depth working knowledge of the cost accounting standards (CAS) and IFRS
Participate in acquisition planning strategies including: the definition of contract requirements and risks, and, market research
Support proposal preparations including: bid/no-bid requirements; cost estimating; pricing; RFP review; risk mitigation; and negotiation
Understand source selection evaluation process to include cost and price analysis, discussions, debriefings and protest
Program and finance: Basis of Estimate (BOE) preparation; budget preparation, reporting and management; cost & variance analysis; Earned Value Management Systems (EVMS); estimate at completion (EAC); cash management/working capital; forecasting; contractual reporting (CDRL, EVM, cost and pricing, C/SSR); risk management; return on investment (ROI); audit preparation and management; and program review preparation
Support, communicate, reinforce and defend the mission, values and culture of the organization
Maximize IT utilization through electronic commerce and ERP/Oracle implementation
Provide claims and litigation support involving ASBCA and USCFC
General business operations knowledge to include: management principles; business development; HR; operations; finance; accounting; economics; and information technology
Ability to interact effectively at all levels and across diverse cultures
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in business, finance, accounting or related field and at least seven years of progressive experience in a government-manufacturing environment. MA, MS and/or professional certification is highly desirable.
In-depth knowledge of the FAR, DFAR, CAS, and SOX
Deltek Costpoint experience preferred
Contract compliance knowledge
Developing leadership skills
Understand financial analysis principles and have financial analysis skills
Ability to mentor junior staff members
Working knowledge of IR&D/B&P/direct sell and allowable vs. unallowable cost
Strong computer skills (MS Office Suite , MS Project, Visio, Oracle, Pro Pricer)
The expected pay scale for this position is $86,885/year - $124,245/year. Should the level, location, or scope of the position change during the hiring process, the pay scale may be modified accordingly. When extending an offer of employment, Leonardo DRS considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position; any Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, the candidate's relevant work experience, education/training, certifications, and key skills; internal equity; and market and business considerations.
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,