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Worker Type Regular Job Description Summary The Senior Financial Analyst is responsible for the development and maintenance of program financial plans in support of multiple products and business areas. This role also supports revenue tracking, forecasting accuracy, and financial execution by partnering closely with Program Management, Planning, Operations, and Finance teams. The position operates in a dynamic environment, ensuring alignment between operational activity and financial outcomes. Position Responsibilities Development and maintenance of program financial plans and forecasts by partnering with Program Finance, Planning, Operations, and Subcontracts to ensure alignment between operational activity and financial outcomes Acts as a liaison between Finance, Planning, Operations, and Program Management to ensure alignment across teams Monitors progress of program requirements Tracks and analyzes cost and revenue performance against plan, identifying key drivers and variances Supports accrual-related analysis by tracking inventory, WIP, and operational movements that impact financial reporting Prepares financial analysis and reporting to support internal stakeholders and leadership visibility Ensures compliance with internal procedures and government procurement regulations Monitors progress of program requirements Conducts complex financial analysis (variance analysis, risk analysis, profit/loss analysis, etc.) Performs non-routine analysis and prepares non-routine financial reports Identifies and drives process improvements across reporting, tracking tools, and data flows to improve accuracy and efficiency Works on problems of diverse scope where analysis of data requires evaluation of identifiable factors Other duties as assigned Basic Qualifications (Required Skills & Experience) Bachelor s degree in Finance, Accounting or Business Administration is required or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience Minimum of 8 years of relevant experience Experience supporting financial planning, forecasting, or reporting in a program finance, operations finance, or FP&A environment Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including ability to work with large datasets and complex models Working knowledge of ERP systems and enterprise data environments (e.g., Oracle) Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment Other Qualifications & Desired Competencies Experience in project controls and/or financial planning in a government contracting environment is highly preferred Knowledge of Government Cost accounting principles and FAR preferred Experience working with ERP systems (e.g., Oracle) and operational or transactional data and understanding financial impacts of business activities preferred Strong analytical, problem-solving, interpersonal, and communication skills Demonstrated ability to work cross-functionally and collaborate effectively across Finance, Planning, and Operations teams Able to excel in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment, where priorities may shift and processes may evolve Displays strong initiative and drive to accomplish goals and meet company objectives Takes ownership and responsibility for current and past work products Physical Demands Ability to work in an office environment (Constant) Required to sit and stand for long periods; talk, hear, and use hands and fingers to operate a computer and telephone keyboard (Frequent) Clearance Level No Clearance The salary range for this role is: $101,000 - $154,000 AeroVironment considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the location, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, education/training, and key skills. ITAR Requirement: This position requires access to information that is subject to compliance with the International Traffic Arms Regulations (“ITAR”) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (“EAR”). In order to comply with the requirements of the ITAR and/or the EAR, applicants must qualify as a U.S. person under the ITAR and the EAR, or a person to be approved for an export license by the governing agency whose technology comes under its jurisdiction. Please understand that any job offer that requires approval of an export license will be conditional on AeroVironment’s determination that it will be able to obtain an export license in a time frame consistent with AeroVironment’s business requirements. A “U.S. person” according to the ITAR definition is a U.S. citizen, U.S. lawful permanent resident (green card holder), or protected individual such as a refugee or asylee. See 22 CFR § 120.15. Some positions will require current U.S. Citizenship due to contract requirements. Benefits : AV offers an excellent benefits package including medical, dental vision, 401K with company matching, a 9/80 work schedule and a paid holiday shutdown. For more information about our company benefit offerings please visit: avinc.com . We also encourage you to review our company website at avinc.com to learn more about us. Principals only need apply. NO agencies please. About AV: AV isn’t for everyone. We hire the curious, the relentless, the mission-obsessed. The best of the best. We don’t just build defense technology—we redefine what’s possible. As the premier autonomous systems company in the U.S., AV delivers breakthrough capabilities across air, land, sea, space, and cyber. From AI-powered drones and loitering munitions to integrated autonomy and space resilience, our technologies shape the future of warfare and protect those who serve. Founded by legendary innovator Dr. Paul MacCready, AV has spent over 50 years pushing the boundaries of what unmanned systems can do. Our heritage includes seven platforms in the Smithsonian—but we’re not building history, we’re building what’s next. If you re ready to build technology that matters—with speed, scale, and purpose—there’s no better place to do it than AV. We are proud to be an EEO/AA Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans. AeroVironment, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Qualified applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic data, sexual orientation, gender identity or other legally protected status. ITAR U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (Green Card holder), asylee/refugee status as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) or a person approved for an export license from the appropriate governing agency. ITAR Requirement: This position requires access to information that is subject to compliance with the International Traffic Arms Regulations (“ITAR”) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (“EAR”). In order to comply with the requirements of the ITAR and/or the EAR, applicants will be asked to provide specific documentation to verify U.S. person status under the ITAR and the EAR. A “U.S. person” according to their definition is a U.S. citizen, U.S. lawful permanent resident (green card holder), or protected individual such as a refugee, or asylee. See 22 CFR § 120.15. Some positions will require current U.S. Citizenship due to contract requirements. Benefits : AV offers an excellent benefits package including medical, dental vision, 401K with company matching, a 9/80 work schedule and a paid holiday shutdown. For more information about our company benefit offerings please visit: avinc.com . We also encourage you to review our company website at avinc.com to learn more about us. Principals only need apply. NO agencies please. Who We Are Based in California, AeroVironment (AVAV) is a global leader in unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) and tactical missile systems. Founded in 1971 by celebrated physicist and engineer, Dr. Paul MacCready, we’ve been at the leading edge of technical innovation for more than 45 years. Be a part of the team that developed the world’s most widely used military drones and created the first submarine-launched reconnaissance drone, and has seven innovative vehicles that are part of the Smithsonian Institution’s permanent collection in Washington, DC. Join us today in developing the next generation of small UAS and tactical missile systems that will deliver more actionable intelligence to our customers so they can proceed with certainty – and succeed. What We Do Building on a history of technological innovation, AeroVironment designs, develops, produces, and supports an advanced portfolio of unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) and tactical missile systems. Agencies of the U.S. Department of Defense and allied military services use the company’s hand-launched UAS to provide situational awareness to tactical operating units through real-time, airborne reconnaissance, surveillance, and target acquisition. We are proud to be an EEO/AA Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans. AeroVironment, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Qualified applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic data, sexual orientation, gender identity or other legally protected status. ITAR

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Development and maintenance of program financial plans and forecasts by partnering with Program Finance, Planning, Operations, and Subcontracts to ensure alignment between operational activity and financial outcomes
Acts as a liaison between Finance, Planning, Operations, and Program Management to ensure alignment across teams
Monitors progress of program requirements
Tracks and analyzes cost and revenue performance against plan, identifying key drivers and variances
Supports accrual-related analysis by tracking inventory, WIP, and operational movements that impact financial reporting
Prepares financial analysis and reporting to support internal stakeholders and leadership visibility
Ensures compliance with internal procedures and government procurement regulations
Monitors progress of program requirements
Conducts complex financial analysis (variance analysis, risk analysis, profit/loss analysis, etc.)
Performs non-routine analysis and prepares non-routine financial reports
Identifies and drives process improvements across reporting, tracking tools, and data flows to improve accuracy and efficiency
Works on problems of diverse scope where analysis of data requires evaluation of identifiable factors
Other duties as assigned
Basic Qualifications (Required Skills & Experience)
Bachelor s degree in Finance, Accounting or Business Administration is required or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
Minimum of 8 years of relevant experience
Experience supporting financial planning, forecasting, or reporting in a program finance, operations finance, or FP&A environment
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including ability to work with large datasets and complex models
Working knowledge of ERP systems and enterprise data environments (e.g., Oracle)
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment

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Experience in project controls and/or financial planning in a government contracting environment is highly preferred
Knowledge of Government Cost accounting principles and FAR preferred
Experience working with ERP systems (e.g., Oracle) and operational or transactional data and understanding financial impacts of business activities preferred

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