Senior Finance Analyst, FP&A

Performance Drone Works (PDW) is building the next generation of tactical robotic systems used across defense, national security, and public safety missions. We are building a new center of engineering excellence to design our new category of tactical robotic systems and the industrial capacity to deliver them, bringing decisive airpower into the hands of every operator. We are not here to make promises; we are here to deliver real systems with real capabilities for real missions. You will join a team of operators, engineers, and builders who solve hard problems with humility and focus. We design and produce multi-mission aerial systems that operators trust to perform in real-world conditions, reliably, repeatedly, and at scale. Our approach is grounded in operator-centered design, rapid iteration from field use, and U.S.-based manufacturing. Weoperateby a clear set of values: Mission First, Aim Farther, Own It, Win Together. This is how we build advantage and how we help protect our service members, our communities, and our country. Now,we’reentering a new phase of growth and are looking for a Senior FinanceAnalystto own the planning, forecasting, and performancemanagement cadence for operating expenses, capital expenditures, and headcount. Reporting to theManager of FP&A, this individual will partner directly with department leaders, Accounting, PeopleOperations, and other stakeholders to translate business plans intoaccurateforecasts, actionable performance insights, and disciplined investment decisions. This is a forward-looking FP&A and business partnership role rather than a technical accounting orcontrollership position. The successful candidate will be comfortable moving between detailed financial schedules, executive-ready reporting, cross-functional discussions, and practical decision support in arapidly scaling hardware and manufacturing environment. You’ll Do Own the monthly and quarterlyOpExandCapExreview process, including analysis of actual resultsversus budget, prior forecast, and prior-year trends, with clear identification of key drivers, risks, andopportunities. Prepare recurring variance reports and executive-ready commentary for functional spend areas,translating detailed activity into clear financial insights and recommended follow-up actions. Partner with department leaders and budget owners to support budget management, headcountplanning, spend pacing, and accountability against approved plans. Coordinate quarterly forecast updates forOpEx,CapEx, and headcount, including collecting inputs,challenging assumptions, updating schedules, and rolling changes into the broader company forecast. Support the annual budgeting process for operating expenses and capital expenditures, helping convertbusiness plans into realistic targets, phasing assumptions, and operating guardrails. Maintain and refine theOpExandCapExcomponents of the company’s long-range model, includingdepartment-level assumptions, investment timing, depreciation inputs, and related scenario analysis. Track capital projects and approved investments against budget, timing, and business caseassumptions; partner with accounting and relevant stakeholders on capitalization timing and forecastaccuracy. Supportspendand commitment approval workflows byvalidatingbudget availability, cost-center andproject coding, and alignment with approved plans. Build andmaintainheadcount, vendor, and project-level analyses that improve visibility into spenddrivers, cost efficiency, and emerging budget pressures. Partner with accounting during the monthly close to understand accruals, reclasses, and actuals trendsthat affectOpExandCapExforecasting accuracy. Help improve planning templates, reporting packages, data quality, and finance tooling so the FP&Aprocess becomes more scalable,timely, and decision-useful over time. Support ad hoc analyses related to cost optimization, hiring tradeoffs, investment prioritization,facilitiesand equipment spend, and other operating decisions as needed. Requirements 3–6 years of relevant experience in FP&A, corporate finance, strategic finance, financebusiness partnering, or related roles with strong analytical and operating exposure. Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, economics, business, engineering, or a related field, orequivalent relevant professional experience. Strong Excel and financial modeling skills, with the ability to build andmaintaindriver-based schedules,reconcile actuals, and produce clean, decision-useful outputs. Experience supporting budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, and monthly reporting in a dynamicbusiness environment. Comfort working directly with non-finance stakeholders and translating financial concepts into practicalguidance for budget owners. Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to produce clear commentary andpresent issues in a structured, credible way. High attention to detail, strong follow-through, and the ability tooperateindependently with a highdegree of ownership in a fast-changing environment. A collaborative, low-ego operatingstyleand a willingness to dig into the details while keeping sight of thebroader business context. Must be eligible to obtain andmaintaina U.S. Secret security clearance or higher, asrequired. Preferred Experience in a hardware, manufacturing, operations-heavy, or high-growth environment where spend,headcount, and investment planning require close coordination across teams. Direct experience with headcount planning, capital expenditure tracking, or project-based investmentanalysis. Exposure to ERP, procurement, HRIS, or FP&A systems that support forecasting, reporting, and budgetmanagement. Experience building reporting packages or dashboards that improve visibility into operating expense andcapital spend trends. Background supporting leaders through a monthly or quarterly business review cadence, includingpreparation of variance commentary and action-oriented recommendations. Physical Requirements The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Ability to sit, stand, bend, reach, and move about regularly throughout the day and lift/carry up to 25 pounds. Must have manual dexterity tooperatestandard office equipment such as computers, printers, and phones. Must be physically capable of walking between the office and production areas and attending events or meetings off-site as needed This position typicallyoperatesin a standard office and manufacturing environment. This role requires use of standard engineering and manufacturing equipment and may require occasional travel to customer locations or facilities. This position may have exposure to outdoor weather conditions, noise, and non-climate-controlled environments. May require the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) depending on the environment. This is a fast-paced work environment and requires cross departmental collaboration with independent and team-based responsibilities. Standard works hours for this position are 8:30am-5:00pm with occasional overtime as operational needs demand. PDW values our team, and we offer a compensation package reflective of your experience and capabilities. Benefits include: Comprehensive BCBS medical, dental, and vision coverage; 80% sponsored by the company. Safe Harbor 401(K) with company match. Employer provided life insurance. Robust Employee Assistance Program (EAP). A work environment that encourages teamwork and innovation. Competitive salary, generous paid time off (PTO), and flexible leave options. EEO Statement PDW is an equal opportunity employer that upholds all federal and state non-discrimination laws. We ensure a fair and unbiased evaluation for employment for all qualified candidates regardless of race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, marital status, medical condition, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. #J-18808-Ljbffr Performance Drone Works, LLC