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Position Summary
MBDA Incorporated is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Financial Analyst III to join our Finance & Accounting team. This position plays a key role in supporting the company's business growth by developing compliant, competitive, and accurate pricing proposals for U.S. Government contracts.
The successful candidate will be responsible for building and maintaining pricing models in ProPricer, ensuring full compliance with Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS) requirements, and Cost Accounting Standards (CAS). Working closely with Program Management, Business Development, Contracts, Engineering, and other functional teams, this individual will gather cost estimates, analyze pricing data, maintain proposal versions, and prepare pricing packages for executive review and customer submission.
In addition to proposal pricing responsibilities, this role offers opportunities to expand expertise across a broad range of financial disciplines, including budgeting, forecasting, program financial management, auditing support, and financial analysis to help drive effective cost control and business performance.
Key Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and analyze pricing proposals using ProPricer for U.S. Government and defense-related contracts.
• Ensure proposal pricing complies with FAR, DFARS, CAS, and company policies.
• Collaborate with Program Management, Engineering, Contracts, Supply Chain, and other stakeholders to collect and validate proposal inputs and cost estimates.
• Maintain pricing models, assumptions, and version control throughout the proposal lifecycle.
• Prepare detailed cost and pricing analyses, reports, and presentation materials for management review and approval.
• Support negotiations by providing pricing rationale, cost breakdowns, and financial analysis.
• Assist with program financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis activities.
• Support internal and external audits, financial reporting requirements, and continuous process improvement initiatives.
• Contribute to maintaining effective cost controls and financial performance across assigned programs.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Economics, or a related field from an accredited institution.
• Minimum of four (4) years of relevant experience in financial analysis, pricing, government contracting, or related disciplines.
• Experience using ProPricer in an Aerospace & Defense or Government Contracting environment.
• Strong understanding of proposal development and government contract pricing practices.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including complex formulas, pivot tables, financial modeling, and data analysis.
• Strong analytical, organizational, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Department of Defense Secret Security Clearance.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of integrated financial and accounting systems.
• Familiarity with FAR, DFARS, and Cost Accounting Standards (CAS).
• Understanding of financial statements, including:
  • Profit & Loss (P&L) Statements
  • Income Statements
  • Balance Sheets
  • Cash Flow Statements
• Experience supporting government proposal audits and cost reviews.

Why Join MBDA?
As a Financial Analyst III, you will play a critical role in supporting MBDA's strategic growth and long-term success. You will collaborate with industry leaders, contribute to high-impact defense programs, and help shape pricing strategies that enable mission-critical capabilities for the U.S. military and allied partners.
At MBDA, you will find a collaborative environment that values innovation, professional development, and continuous learning. This role offers exposure to a broad range of financial functions and opportunities for career advancement within a global defense organization.
About MBDA
MBDA Group is a world-leading missile systems company, providing advanced defense capabilities through a comprehensive portfolio of products and technologies. With a strong industrial and technological presence across the United Kingdom, France, Italy, Germany, and the United States, MBDA remains at the forefront of global defense innovation.
Founded in 1986, MBDA Incorporated serves as the U.S. subsidiary of MBDA Group. Headquartered in Arlington, Virginia, with engineering and manufacturing operations in Huntsville, Alabama, MBDA Inc. delivers cutting-edge missile system solutions in support of the U.S. Armed Forces and allied nations.
At MBDA, our people are our greatest asset. We are guided by our core values of Innovation, Commitment, Integrity, Passion, and Team Spirit, which foster a culture of excellence, collaboration, and respect.
Benefits
MBDA offers a competitive compensation and benefits package, including:

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) savings plan with company matching up to 6%
• Profit-sharing contributions to 401(k) up to 3%
• Life and disability insurance
• Tuition reimbursement and professional development assistance
• Generous paid time off and holidays
• Flexible work arrangements, where applicable

Equal Opportunity Employer
MBDA Incorporated is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, gender identity, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.