Program Financial Analyst I
Sierra Nevada Corporation • Plano, Texas • Full Time
Posted on Fri, Oct 16, 2026
SNC has led thoughtful and disruptive change in the aerospace and defense industry for the past 60 years and now, we’re applying this tenacity and expertise to the U.S. Air Force’s (USAF) Survivable Airborne Operations Center (SAOC) mission. Join the SNC-led SAOC team and be a part of exciting and meaningful work to modernize and deliver the next-generation SAOC aircraft trusted by the President, Secretary of Defense and Chairs of the Joint Chiefs of Staff to ensure continued critical command, control and communication during national emergencies. If you’re passionate about building the airborne command post of the future, consider SNC for your next mission. Learn more about NC3 and SAOC here.
Are you looking for an opportunity to use your analysis and finance skills in a meaningful work environment that supports and protects explorers and heroes? Join our team! The Program Financial Analyst I is responsible for reviewing, monitoring, and controlling project data to support internal and external project reporting. This role involves preparing budgets and schedules for contract work, assisting with cost proposals, pricing documentation, and performing cost variance analysis to ensure realistic contract cost and schedule baselines are maintained.Responsibilities:
- Review, monitor, and control project data for internal and external project reporting.
- Prepare budgets and schedules for contract work and assist with cost proposals and pricing documentation.
- Conduct "what-if" cost analysis, program cost forecasts, and cost variance analysis.
- Monitor outstanding work against each contract to maintain realistic contract cost and schedule baselines.
- Support the development and maintenance of financial models and reports.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure accurate financial data and analysis.
- Assist in the preparation of financial presentations for management and stakeholders.
- Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
Qualifications You Must Have:
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field.
- 0-2 years of experience in financial analysis, project control, or a related field.
- Relevant experience can be considered as a substitute for the required educational qualifications. In the absence of a degree, a minimum of 4 years of related experience is required.
- Ability to effectively and clearly communicate program and financial related information.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office software, especially Excel.
- The ability to obtain and maintain a Secret U.S. Security Clearance is required
Qualifications We Prefer:
- Enthusiasm for the Aerospace and Defense industry.
- Experience with financial software and Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems such as SAP or Oracle.
- Knowledge of Earned Value Management.
Essential Functions:
- Ability to work in an office or hybrid environment.
- Ability to work on a computer for extended periods.
- Strong hand/finger dexterity for computer tasks.
- Ability to occasionally lift/move up to 20 pounds.
- May require occasional travel for training or meetings.
This posting will be open for application for a minimum of 5 days and may be extended based on business needs.
SNC offers a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) with 150% match up to 6%, life insurance, 3 weeks paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and more.
IMPORTANT NOTICE:
This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a Secret U.S. Security Clearance. U.S. Citizenship status is required as this position needs an active U.S. Security Clearance for employment. Non-U.S. citizens may not be eligible to obtain a security clearance. The Department of Defense Consolidated Adjudications Facility (DoD CAF), a federal government agency, handles the adjudicative aspects of the security clearance eligibility process for industry applicants. Adjudicative factors which affect the outcome of the eligibility determination include, but are not limited to, allegiance to the U.S., foreign influence, foreign preference, criminal conduct, security violations and illegal drug use.Learn more about the background check process for Security Clearances.
SNC is a global leader in aerospace and national security committed to moving the American Dream forward. We’re known and respected for our mission and execution focus, agility, and disruptive and rapid innovation. We provide leading edge technologies and transformative solutions that support our nation’s most critical security needs. If you are mission-focused, thrive in collaborative environments, and want to make our country stronger with state-of-the-art technologies that safeguard freedom, join our team!
SNC is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to an environment free of discrimination. Employment decisions are made based on merit without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran or other characteristics protected by law.
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