Military Fellowship Program: Business Manager

Company: Sierra Nevada Corporation
Location: Plano
Posted on: April 2, 2026

Job Description:

SNC's Military Fellowship Program partners with programs such as SkillBridge and Hiring Our Heroes to provide fellowship opportunities to service members transitioning to the civilian workforce. These fellowships include up to six months of on-the-job industry training for eligible service members. During this time, participants gain valuable work experience in the civilian sector and build professional networks as they prepare for their transition to full-time civilian work. NOTE: You must be currently serving on active duty to be eligible for this fellowship program. This program is not for veterans who have already separated from the military. The ISR (Intelligence, Surveillance & Reconnaissance), Aviation, and Security (IAS) business area is a leader in ISR and aviation, it is a leading prime manned and unmanned aircraft systems integrator for innovative, high-performance ISR and aviation systems. Its end-to-end Command, Control, Computers, Communications and Intelligence, Surveillance & Reconnaissance (C4ISR) capabilities encompass design, integration, test, certification, ground/flight training and complete logistics support. IAS tailors solutions to customer cost, performance, and schedule requirements and designs to consistently exceed expectations – with an unrivaled record of on time and on (or under) budget deliveries. Responsibilities: Prepare and manage indirect and program budgets. Oversee cost control and ensure financial performance. Coordinate business resource planning and tracking with corporate entities. Serve as a liaison between business groups and Corporate Program Finance. Ensure financial and programmatic controls and cost/schedule checks and balances. Prepare and present financial reports and analysis for management review. Identify areas for process improvement and implement solutions. Monitor financial performance against budgets and forecasts. Manage supplier performance and relationships Qualifications You Must Have: Currently serving as ACTIVE DUTY military and be eligible to participate in the DoD SkillBridge program Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field. 7 years of experience in finance, accounting, business operations, or a related field. Higher level relevant degree may substitute for experience. Ability to analyze and interpret financial data and prepare financial reports and/or projections. Strong understanding and experience with Earned Value Management (EVM) The ability to obtain and maintain a Secret U.S. Security Clearance is required Qualifications We Prefer: Experience in the Aerospace and Defense industry. Advanced knowledge of financial management and budgeting principles. Proficiency with financial software and Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems. Advanced skills in MS Excel and other MS Office applications. Experience in management consulting, data analytics, finance, or other quantitative or analytical role in business, program or operations management. Strong business analytical skills with experience in data analysis tools. Knowledge of DoD, government contracting and/or public auditing, policies, standards, and procedures. Essential Functions: Ability to work in an office or hybrid environment. Ability to work on a computer for extended periods. Strong hand/finger dexterity for computer tasks. Ability to occasionally lift/move up to 20 pounds. May require occasional travel for training or meetings. This posting will be open for application for a minimum of 5 days and may be extended based on business needs. SNC offers a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) with 150% match up to 6%, life insurance, 3 weeks paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and more . IMPORTANT NOTICE: This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a Secret U.S. Security Clearance. U.S. Citizenship status is required as this position needs an active U.S. Security Clearance for employment. Non-U.S. citizens may not be eligible to obtain a security clearance. The Department of Defense Consolidated Adjudications Facility (DoD CAF), a federal government agency, handles the adjudicative aspects of the security clearance eligibility process for industry applicants. Adjudicative factors which affect the outcome of the eligibility determination include, but are not limited to, allegiance to the U.S., foreign influence, foreign preference, criminal conduct, security violations and illegal drug use. Learn more about the background check process for Security Clearances. SNC is a global leader in aerospace and national security committed to moving the American Dream forward. We’re known and respected for our mission and execution focus, agility, and disruptive and rapid innovation. We provide leading edge technologies and transformative solutions that support our nation’s most critical security needs. If you are mission-focused, thrive in collaborative environments, and want to make our country stronger with state-of-the-art technologies that safeguard freedom, join our team! SNC is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to an environment free of discrimination. Employment decisions are made based on merit without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran or other characteristics protected by law.

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