The Tactical Systems Sr. Program Finance Analyst supports program and project teams by providing advanced financial analysis, reporting, and forecasting to ensure effective cost management and compliance with contractual and corporate requirements. This role partners closely with program management, contracts, and operations to monitor financial performance, analyze variances, and support strategic decision-making. The analyst ensures accurate and timely financial reporting throughout the program lifecycle. Essential Functions * Develop and maintain program financial baselines including budgets, forecasts, and cost estimates, and Estimate-At-Completes (EACs) to meet contractual/project requirements for assigned programs * Monitor and analyze program costs, revenue, and profitability against established budgets and forecasts. * Prepare regular financial reports for internal management and external customers, including variance analysis and corrective action recommendations. * Support program managers in developing Estimates at Completion (EACs) and ensuring cost and schedule alignment. * Track and forecast labor, material, and overhead costs to identify trends and potential risks. * Assist in the preparation of proposals and pricing, ensuring alignment with company financial policies and cost structures. * Ensure compliance with internal controls, government accounting standards (if applicable), and company financial procedures. * Coordinate with accounting, contracts, and operations to ensure accurate billing, revenue recognition, and funding status. * Support monthly and quarterly financial reviews, audits, and reporting requirements. * Identify opportunities for process improvements in financial reporting and program controls. * Provide mentorship to jr. level members of the team. * Perform other duties as assigned. * Regular and reliable attendance on a full time basis [or in accordance with posted schedule]. * Responsible for exhibiting professional behavior with both internal and external business associates that reflects positively on the company and is consistent with the company's policies and practices. * Embodies AEVEX’s cultural values and aligns daily actions with department goals and company culture. Qualifications and Competencies * Security Clearance- Ability to obtain/maintain a Top Secret/SCI DoD clearance, U.S. Citizenship required * Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with high attention to detail. * High proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint * Strong understanding of cost accounting, budgeting, and forecasting principles. * Excellent ability to communicate financial data clearly to non-financial stakeholders. * Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities. * Strong knowledge of FAR/DFARS and earned value management (EVM) principles a plus. Education / Certifications * Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field. Experience * 4-6+ years of experience in financial analysis, program control, or project accounting * Experience in government contracting or manufacturing preferred. Physical Requirements The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties the employee is: Constantly required to sit, and to reach to use computers and other office equipment For the purpose of this summary, occasionally is used to represent up to 1/3 of the time given to the work day, frequently represents 1/3 to 2/3 of the time and constantly represents 2/3 or more of the time. disability, or any other protected status in accordance with all applicable federal, state and local laws.   About AEVEX  AEVEX, headquartered in Solana Beach, California, supports the U.S. national security mission and partner nation needs around the world by providing full-spectrum aviation, remote sensing, and analysis solutions. The company's capabilities include custom design and engineering; rapid prototyping; sensor integration and sustainment; aircraft modification and certification; flight test instrumentation and support; mission operations service; advanced intelligence data processing, exploitation, and dissemination solutions; and tailored hardware and software mission-system tools. AEVEX uses agile and customized approaches to rapidly define, develop, and deliver specialized solutions for airborne special mission needs for the U.S. Government, partner nations, and commercial businesses. AEVEX has major offices in California, Florida, North Carolina, Ohio, and Virginia.     AEVEX provides a full suite of comprehensive benefits, including a 401(k)-retirement plan, comprehensive Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability and Life insurance group coverage with a portion of the premiums paid by the company, professional development funds, and an Employee Assistance Plan (EAP) with counseling, legal help, child and elder care support, among other benefits for qualified employees.   Equal Employment Opportunity: AEVEX is an Equal Opportunity employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, religious creed, color, sex (including pregnancy, breast feeding and related medical conditions), gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, military and veteran status, marital status, age, protected medical condition, genetic information, physical disability, mental disability, or any other protected status in accordance with all applicable federal, state and local laws.