Description:Finance & Business Operations Analyst, Staff

Location: Palmdale CA

What You Will Be Doing
The Finance & Business Operations Analyst acts as the bridge that turns everyday operational data into clear financial insight for senior stakeholders. In this role you will ensure that accurate, timely information fuels the organization’s growth and profitability goals.

Key Responsibilities
Program Financial Analysis – Examine program financial performance, pinpoint risks and opportunities, and deliver actionable recommendations that guide business decisions.

New Business Capture – Strategically leading proposals, participating in the negotiation of new contracts, and establishing new baseline efforts.

Forecasting & Planning – Build and maintain financial forecasts, long‑range plans, and budget updates, keeping them aligned with program and corporate objectives.

Insight Translation – Convert operational and program metrics into concise financial insights for Finance, Program Management, and Operations stakeholders.

Risk & Opportunity Management – Monitor cost, schedule, and profitability impacts to support proactive risk mitigation and opportunity capture.

Reporting & Presentation – Produce financial reports, dashboards, and presentations that clearly communicate performance and key metrics to leadership.

Cross‑Functional Collaboration – Partner with teams across the enterprise and lead programs and projects that enhance operational efficiency and business performance.

What’s In It For You
From onsite to remote, we offer flexible work schedules to comprehensive benefits investing in your future and security, Learn more about Lockheed Martin’s comprehensive benefits package here.

Who You Are
You are a highly analytical and strategic finance professional who excels at connecting operational performance to financial outcomes. With a strong foundation in program finance, forecasting, and business operations, you are skilled at turning complex data into clear, actionable insights that influence decision-making at all levels. You bring experience supporting program performance, new business efforts, and financial planning, with the ability to identify risks and opportunities and proactively drive solutions. You are a confident communicator who can translate financial information into meaningful narratives for senior leadership and cross-functional stakeholders. Known for your collaboration and initiative, you thrive in dynamic environments, balancing multiple priorities while continuously seeking ways to improve processes, enhance reporting, and support business growth.

Palmdale, CA This position is in Palmdale, CA Discover Palmdale.
Basic Qualifications:
Proven Analytical Experience

Experience in Finance & Business Operations

Earned Value Management Systems (EVMS) Background
Profit & Loss (P&L) Experience

Written and Verbal Communication Experience

Must have Secret Clearance and ability to obtain a Top Secret Clearance
Desired Skills:
EVMS Baseline & Management – Hands‑on experience establishing, maintaining, and controlling Earned Value Management System baselines throughout the program lifecycle.

Contracts Management & Negotiation – Proven ability to draft, review, and negotiate contracts, ensuring compliance with corporate policies and protecting financial interests.

Proposal Generation – Skilled in developing competitive, cost‑structured proposals that align technical solutions with customer requirements and pricing strategies.

Business Case Analysis – Expertise in constructing and evaluating business cases, performing cost‑benefit and sensitivity analyses to support investment decisions.

Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) – Strong background in budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, and strategic financial modeling to drive informed business decisions.
Security Clearance Statement: This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration.
Clearance Level: Top Secret with Investigation or CV date within 5 years
Other Important Information You Should Know
Expression of Interest: By applying to this job, you are expressing interest in this position and could be considered for other career opportunities where similar skills and requirements have been identified as a match. Should this match be identified you may be contacted for this and future openings.
Ability to Work Remotely: Onsite Full-time: The work associated with this position will be performed onsite at a designated Lockheed Martin facility.
Work Schedules: Lockheed Martin supports a variety of alternate work schedules that provide additional flexibility to our employees. Schedules range from standard 40 hours over a five day work week while others may be condensed. These condensed schedules provide employees with additional time away from the office and are in addition to our Paid Time off benefits.
Schedule for this Position: 4x10 hour day, 3 days off per week
Pay Rate: The annual base salary range for this position in California, Massachusetts, and New York (excluding most major metropolitan areas), Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, New Jersey, Vermont, Washington or Washington DC is $90,200 - $159,045. For states not referenced above, the salary range for this position will reflect the candidate’s final work location. Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. Lockheed Martin considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/ training, key skills as well as market and business considerations when extending an offer.
Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays.
(Washington state applicants only) Non-represented full-time employees: accrue at least 10 hours per month of Paid Time Off (PTO) to be used for incidental absences and other reasons; receive at least 90 hours for holidays. Represented full time employees accrue 6.67 hours of Vacation per month; accrue up to 52 hours of sick leave annually; receive at least 96 hours for holidays. PTO, Vacation, sick leave, and holiday hours are prorated based on start date during the calendar year.
This position is incentive plan eligible.
Pay Rate: The annual base salary range for this position in most major metropolitan areas in California, Massachusetts, and New York is $103,700 - $179,860. For states not referenced above, the salary range for this position will reflect the candidate’s final work location. Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. Lockheed Martin considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/ training, key skills as well as market and business considerations when extending an offer.
Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays.
This position is incentive plan eligible.
Lockheed Martin is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics.
The application window will close in 90 days; applicants are encouraged to apply within 5 - 30 days of the requisition posting date in order to receive optimal consideration.
At Lockheed Martin, we use our passion for purposeful innovation to help keep people safe and solve the world's most complex challenges. Our people are some of the greatest minds in the industry and truly make Lockheed Martin a great place to work.

With our employees as our priority, we provide diverse career opportunities designed to propel, develop, and boost agility. Our flexible schedules, competitive pay, and comprehensive benefits enable our employees to live a healthy, fulfilling life at and outside of work. We place an emphasis on empowering our employees by fostering an inclusive environment built upon integrity and corporate responsibility.

If this sounds like a culture you connect with, you’re invited to apply for this role. Or, if you are unsure whether your experience aligns with the requirements of this position, we encourage you to search on Lockheed Martin Jobs, and apply for roles that align with your qualifications.
Experience Level: Experienced Professional
Business Unit: AERONAUTICS COMPANY
Relocation Available: Possible
Career Area: Finance
Type: Full-Time
Shift: First

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