FP&A Manager, Engineering & Program Finance Business Partner

We are seeking an analytical and collaborative FP&A Manager to serve as the Finance business partner for the Engineering organization and key Program teams. This role is responsible for leading budgeting and planning cycles, developing program-level financial forecasts, evaluating gross margin performance, and providing financial insights that improve execution across Engineering program operations.

You will work closely with Engineering, Mission Management, System Operations, and Executive Leadership to improve forecast accuracy, optimize resource allocation, and support long-range planning. This is a highly visible role that blends program finance and strategic analysis in a dynamic and mission-driven environment.

Your main responsibilities will be:

• Lead the Engineering budgeting and forecasting process, including annual operating plans, quarterly forecasts, and monthly updates for program level operational metrics.
• Own budget vs. actual reporting for Engineering and major programs, delivering clear variance analyses and actionable recommendations.
• Partner with Program Managers to build and manage program budgets, including labor planning, non-labor expenditures, capex, and reporting against funding profiles.
• Develop detailed gross margin models that incorporate contract