Finance & Business Operations Analyst, Staff

Lockheed Martin•Palmdale, CA

1d•$90,200 - $179,860•Onsite

About The Position

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. 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. This position is in Palmdale, CA

Requirements

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

Nice To Haves

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.

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.