Head of Business Operations & Finance

Operations Finance Manager | Strategic Finance Business PartnerAerospace & Defense | Executive Visibility | High-Impact LeadershipLooking for a role where your analysis actually drives decisions? Join a world-class aerospace and defense organization where you'll partner directly with Operations, Manufacturing, Flight Operations, Sustainment, and Executive Leadership to influence strategy, improve performance, and help shape the future of the business.You'll be a trusted advisor, financial strategist, and business partner helping leadership navigate complex operational decisions while leading a team focused on driving efficiency, profitability, and growth.What You'll Be DrivingPlanning & ForecastingLead annual budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning activitiesDevelop monthly forecasts and quarterly financial outlooksSupport Estimates-at-Complete (EAC) and strategic planning initiativesBusiness Performance & InsightsMonitor labor utilization, inventory, overhead, and capital expendituresIdentify financial risks and opportunities within operational budgetsDeliver meaningful variance analysis and actionable recommendationsTranslate financial data into business insights that support smarter decisionsStrategic Business PartnershipPartner closely with Operations, Manufacturing, Flight Operations, and Sustainment leadersHelp drive profitability, operational efficiency, and business performancePresent financial results and recommendations to executive leadershipServe as the finance voice in key operational discussionsLeadership & Continuous ImprovementLead and mentor members of the Operations Finance teamImprove forecasting methodologies, reporting tools, and financial processesDrive automation, efficiency initiatives, and best practices across the organizationFoster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvementWhat We're Looking ForBachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or related fieldExperience in a government contracting environmentStrong understanding in FP&A, Operations Finance, Manufacturing Finance, or Cost AccountingAdvanced Excel skills and strong financial modeling capabilitiesExecutive-level PowerPoint and presentation skillsAbility to communicate complex financial concepts to non-finance partnersUnderstanding of:Labor utilization and rate managementInventory accountingCosting methodologiesOverhead structuresForecasting and planningBonus Points ForSAP experienceAerospace, defense, manufacturing, or operational finance experienceKnowledge of MRP systems, project costing, inventory costing, and cost transfer processesExperience supporting executive leadership teams and strategic business reviewsWhy Join Us?Join a globally recognized aerospace and defense innovatorPartner directly with executive and operational leadershipDrive decisions that impact business performance and profitabilityLead a team and help shape the future of Operations FinanceJob Type & LocationThis is a Permanent position based out of Poway, CA.Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.Exposure to senior leadership including Directors and Vice Presidents Opportunity to lead and develop finance talent Direct impact on multi-million-dollar operational decisions Career growth within a highly respected aerospace and defense organization Relocation assistance available Long-term stability supporting critical national defense programsWorkplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Poway, CA.Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Sep 7, 2026.