Requisition Number: 25064
Required Travel: 0 - 10%
Employment Type: Full Time/Salaried/Exempt
Anticipated Salary Range: $106,543.00 - $145,000.00
Security Clearance: TS/SCI
Level of Experience: Senior HI
This opportunity resides with All-Domain Operations (ADO), a business group within HII's Mission Technologies division. All-Domain Operations comprises multi-domain operations, platforms and logistics, and intelligence operations.
HII designs, develops, integrates and manages the sensors, systems and other assets necessary to support integrated ISR operations and accelerated decision-making. With data fusion and mission management capabilities for the Department of Defense, the combatant commands and the intelligence community, HII advances the mission around the globe.
Meet HII's Mission Technologies Division
Our team of more than 7,000 professionals worldwide delivers all-domain expertise and advanced technologies in service of mission partners across the globe. Mission Technologies is leading the next evolution of national defense - the data evolution - by accelerating a breadth of national security solutions for government and commercial customers. Our capabilities range from C5ISR, AI and Big Data, cyber operations and synthetic training environments to fleet sustainment, environmental remediation and the largest family of unmanned underwater vehicles in every class. Find the role that's right for you. Apply today. We look forward to meeting you.
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Job Description
Join the HII Mission Technologies team and play a pivotal role in shaping the financial strategy behind Combatant Command-level military exercises. As the Exercise Budget Lead, you'll support high-impact planning efforts at Peterson Space Force Base, ensuring precision, compliance, and strategic alignment across multimillion-dollar defense budgets. This is more than a financial analyst role-it's a chance to directly influence national security operations through expert budget leadership and collaboration with top-tier defense professionals.
This role offers the opportunity to be a strategic advisor in a dynamic, mission-focused environment. If you're ready to bring your expertise to a team that values precision, integrity, and impact, apply now and help us shape the future of defense operations.
Essential Job Responsibilities
Lead the development, execution, and oversight of budgets exceeding tens of millions of dollars in support of military exercises
Provide expert analysis and recommendations across the Planning, Programming, Budgeting, and Execution (PPBE) lifecycle, including PBR, PEP, and POM inputs
Collaborate with Combatant Command stakeholders to align financial strategies with operational objectives
Prepare and present financial forecasts, variance analyses, and risk assessments to senior leadership
Develop and maintain advanced financial models to support strategic decision-making
Ensure compliance with DoD financial regulations and reporting standards
Identify cost efficiencies and opportunities for reallocation to maximize mission impact
Mentor junior analysts and contribute to continuous process improvement across the finance team
Minimum Qualifications
15+ years relevant experience with Bachelors in related field; 13+ years relevant experience with Masters in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 19+ years relevant experience.
Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or relevant technical field
15+ years of experience in military exercise budgeting and financial analysis at the Combatant Command level
Demonstrated mastery of the PPBE process, including PBR, PEP, and POM submissions
Proven track record managing budgets in excess of $60 million
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial modeling tools
Strong analytical, communication, and presentation skills
Experience working within the Department of Defense (DoD) financial ecosystem
TS/SCI security clearance (active or eligible)
LI-RM1
Preferred Requirements
Master's degree (MBA, MPA, or related) or professional certifications such as CPA, CFA, or PMP
Experience supporting joint or multinational military exercises
Familiarity with financial systems such as GFEBS, DEAMS, or other DoD platforms
Knowledge of data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI)
Prior leadership experience in cross-functional financial teams
Experience authoring budget justification materials and senior-level briefings
Physical Requirements
Job performance will normally require only minor lifting and carrying of boxes of records or equipment.
HII is more than a job - it's an opportunity to build a new future. We offer competitive benefits such as best-in-class medical, dental and vision plan choices; wellness resources; employee assistance programs; Savings Plan Options (401(k)); financial planning tools, life insurance; employee discounts; paid holidays and paid time off; tuition reimbursement; as well as early childhood and post-secondary education scholarships. Bonus/other non-recurrent compensation is occasionally offered for qualified positions, and if applicable to this role will be addressed by the recruiter at the screening phase of application.
Why HII
We build the world's most powerful, survivable naval ships and defense technology solutions that safeguard our seas, sky, land, space and cyber. Our workforce includes skilled tradespeople; artificial intelligence, machine learning (AI/ML) experts; engineers; technologists; scientists; logistics experts; and business administration professionals.
Recognized as one of America's top large company employers, we are a values and ethics driven organization that puts people's safety and well-being first. Regardless of your role or where you serve, at HII, you'll find a supportive and welcoming environment, competitive benefits, and valuable educational and training programs for continual career growth at every stage of your career.
Together we are working to ensure a future where everyone can be free and thrive.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, physical or mental disability, age, or veteran status or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.
Do You Need Assistance?
If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to buildyourcareer@hii-co.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Reasonable accommodations are considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only those inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address. Additionally, you may also call 1-844-849-8463 for assistance. Press #3 for HII Mission Technologies.
