Director, Finance

Mercury Systems is seeking exceptional talent to help deliver cutting‑edge technology for mission‑critical aerospace and defense applications—advancing innovation where it matters most. We bring together commercial innovation and defense‑grade security to ensure our warfighters and allies maintain a decisive technological advantage.

We are looking for a Director of Finance to lead financial planning, reporting, and cost strategy for a dynamic portfolio of programs. This role owns the P&L, investment planning, budget development, variance analysis, and external EVMS reporting, supported by a team of finance analysts. This role is an excellent fit for someone who thrives on making a meaningful impact and driving meaningful change.

It’s a hands‑on, lean environment where success comes from taking initiative, embracing new ideas, and confidently navigating ambiguity and growth.

This position is hybrid in one of the following Mercury Systems Locations:

Andover, MA

Phoenix, CA

• Serve as a key partner to P&L leaders, Finance leadership, and Program Management teams
• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of Finance professionals focused on operational, financial, and program‑performance metrics
• Oversee the development of Estimates at Complete (EACs)
• Ensure the team delivers detailed analytics, adherence to financial policies, robust variance analysis, and Risk & Opportunity assessments in partnership with program teams
• Provide analysis to support Monthly Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and monthly business review

• Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of 10 years of relevant experience, or an advanced degree and a minimum of 7 years of relevant experience
• Experience with Estimates at Completion (EACs) or similar forecasting systems and tools
• Deep knowledge of program costs and schedules
• Leadership experience supporting high‑visibility projects and programs
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)
• Knowledge of Earned Value Management principles and processes
• Extensive systems experience in a manufacturing environment (Oracle, Cobra, Pro Pricer, Open Plan)
• Demonstrated ability to mentor staff and effectively advise senior management
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills
• Ability to meet critical deadlines, implement solutions, and drive process improvements
• This position requires you to have or obtain a government security clearance. Security clearances may only be granted to U.S. citizens.

• Master’s degree in Finance, Business, Economics, or a related field
• Experience in the defense or aerospace industries
• An Active DoD Security Clearance

• $ - $ annual salary for in-office or hybrid employees in FL, GA, IN, AZ, AL, MD or TX, and all remote employees
• $ - $ annual salary for in-office or hybrid employees in VA, CA, NH or MA
• $ - $ annual salary for in-office or hybrid employees in NJ

Mercury considers a variety of factors to determine individual base salary offers to candidates, including:

• the role and related responsibilities;
• education, training, skills and certifications;
• internal equity with others employed by Mercury in similar roles;
• geographic location; and
• alignment with market data.

In addition to base salary, Mercury provides a variety of benefits for team members including:

• bonus opportunities (or special incentives for sales positions);
• health, life and disability insurance;
• company-paid holidays and time off;
• discounted employee stock purchase plan;
• tuition reimbursement; and
• access to professional development and personal wellness platforms including Linked In Learning, Headspace, Aaptiv and Virgin Pulse.

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