Senior Budget & Management Analyst

Company Overview

We are a world-class team of professionals who deliver next generation technology and products in robotic and autonomous platforms, ground, soldier, and maritime systems in 50+ locations world-wide. Much of our work contributes to innovative research in the fields of sensor science, signal processing, data fusion, artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning (ML), and augmented reality (AR).

QinetiQ US's dedicated experts in defense, aerospace, security, and related fields all work together to explore new ways of protecting the American Warfighter, Security Forces, and Allies. Being a part of QinetiQ US means being central to the safety and security of the world around us. Partnering with our customers, we help save lives; reduce risks to society; and maintain the global infrastructure on which we all depend.

Why Join QinetiQ US?

If you have the courage to take on a wide variety of complex challenges, then you will experience a unique working environment where innovative teams blend different perspectives, disciplines, and technologies to discover new ways of solving complex problems. In our diverse and inclusive environment, you can be authentic, feel valued, be respected, and realize your full potential. QinetiQ US will support you with workplace flexibility, a commitment to the health and well-being of you and your family and provide opportunities to work with a purpose. We are committed to supporting your success in both your professional and personal lives.

Position Overview

Join us in our fast-paced support to develop, advance, and sustain weapon systems for the U.S. Space Force (USSF) and its mission partners. You will be joining a team of personnel with experience and an in-depth understanding of the environments that include ground, near-space, space, and any system that operates in those environments to meet current and projected strategic, operational, and tactical needs for the Department of Defense (DoD). QinetiQ is a mission-led innovation company that works with the USSF and DoD to design, develop, field, and maintain requirements essential to national security and the survivability of the warfighter.


We are seeking a Senior Budget & Management Analyst to provide critical financial and programmatic support to government program managers overseeing the execution of space acquisition contracts under the SAF/SQ program. The ideal candidate brings deep experience in DoD acquisition execution oversight, spend plan management, and cost/schedule performance monitoring across complex defense programs.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and analyze program execution across multiple space acquisition contracts; track obligations, expenditures, and schedule performance against program baselines
• Develop and maintain spend plans, funding execution reports, and financial status briefings for weekly and monthly program reviews
• Review contractor cost and schedule performance data including EVMS data; identify variances, assess root causes, and recommend corrective actions
• Provide inputs and support on technical and/or programmatic status reporting of individual projects, programs, or portfolios
• Support preparation and review of acquisition documentation including Acquisition Plans (APs), Procurement Action Lead Times (PALT) tracking, and program reviews
• Coordinate with contracting officers, program managers, and financial management staff to ensure proper funding assignment and execution
• Identify areas of improvement with actionable, feasible recommendations and tasks for reducing risk; support risk identification and mitigation planning
• Track congressionally directed changes and continuing resolution impacts; assess implications for program execution and advise government leadership accordingly
• Support the development, delivery, review, and evaluation of impact analyses, audits, compliance inspections, and readiness reviews

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business administration, finance, accounting, management, or a related field;
• 8+ years of experience in DoD budget execution, program management support, or acquisition financial management
• Strong knowledge of DoD appropriations, continuing resolution authorities, and fund certification processes
• Proficiency with DoD financial systems and program management tools; experience with ABIDES, CRIS, or equivalent platforms
• Demonstrated ability to synthesize complex financial data into clear executive briefings and written products
• Knowledgeable with respect to DoD, Air Force, and Space Force acquisition and financial management processes and procedures
• Excellent project management and organizational skills; ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
• Active Top Secret with SCI Eligibility; #qinetiqclearedjob

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree preferred
• CDFM, PMP, or DAU Program Management certification
• Prior experience supporting space acquisition program offices or Air Force/Space Force financial execution
• Experience with congressional budget justification and reprogramming actions
• Previous experience supporting RDT&E organizations/programs

Pay Transparency

The salary range for this role is $150,000 - 180,000USD. The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels. QinetiQ US considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, location, education/training, and key skills.

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