Senior Budget - Financial Analyst

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.

• Conduct in-depth analysis of space acquisition program budgets across the PPBE cycle, including POM development and budget exhibit preparation
• Evaluate funding requests, unfunded requirements, and program execution data to develop recommendations for senior decision‑makers
• Assess program financial health including spend plans, obligation rates, cost variance trends, and Earned Value Management System (EVMS) data
• Provide inputs and support on programmatic and financial status reporting of individual projects, programs, or portfolios
• Develop and maintain financial databases, dashboards, and briefing materials for use in senior leadership reviews and congressional engagements
• Analyze and interpret financial policy guidance from OSD, OMB, and SAF/FM; advise program offices on compliance and best practices
• Support preparation of budget justification books, issue papers, and program decision memoranda
• Identify areas of improvement with actionable, feasible recommendations; support risk identification and financial risk mitigation planning
• Coordinate with program managers, comptrollers, and contracting personnel to track funding execution and address financial anomalies

• Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, economics, business administration, or a related field;
• 10+ years of DoD financial management or budget analysis experience
• Strong working knowledge of the DoD PPBE process, including POM development and congressional budget justification
• Proficiency with DoD financial management systems such as ABIDES, SAP, or equivalent platforms
• Experience developing financial briefings and written products for senior government audiences
• Knowledgeable with respect to DoD, Air Force, and Space Force financial management policies and procedures
• Excellent project management and organizational skills; ability to work in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment
• Active Top Secret with SCI Eligibility; #qinetiqclearedjob

• Master's degree preferred
• CDFM (Certified Defense Financial Manager) or equivalent certification
• Prior experience supporting space acquisition program offices or the Air Force/Space Force financial management community
• Familiarity with congressional budget justification formats and DoD financial reporting requirements
• Previous experience supporting RDT&E organizations/programs

The salary range for this role is $134,800 - $165,000 USD. 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.

Accessibility/Accommodation:
If because of a medical condition or disability you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to  or call  Opt. 1 and let us know the nature of your request and contact information.

QinetiQ US is an Equal Opportunity employer. All Qualified Applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, age, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.