Director, Program Finance
Description
Who We Are
Textron Systems is part of Textron, a $14 billion, multi-industry company employing 35,000 talented makers, thinkers, creators and doers worldwide. We make things that fly, hover, zoom and launch. Things that move people. Protect soldiers. Power industries. We serve customers in industries spanning aerospace and defense, specialized vehicles, turf care and fuel systems.
This role is in Textron System’s Weapon Systems Finance business area. Visit TextronSystems.com & Lycoming.com to read more about who we are and the products we make!
About This Role
The Director of Finance – Weapons serves as the technical financial authority for the business, responsible for long‑range financial architecture, portfolio‑level cost performance, and EVMS oversight across development and production programs. This role defines financial systems, drives disciplined cost and schedule integration, and ensures data‑driven decision support for engineering, operations, and program leadership. The director leads the Program Finance and Scheduling organizations and establishes the processes and models used to evaluate program performance and investment decisions.
Responsibilities
Strategic Financial Architecture & Technical Planning
Senior finance leader supporting the SVP of Weapons and program leadership.
Lead financial architecture development, including long‑range planning, investment modeling, and multi‑scenario analysis.
Build integrated financial models incorporating funding profiles, labor/capacity constraints, supply‑chain readiness, and competitive factors.
Own AOP, LRP, and SBR planning cycles, ensuring plans align with technical roadmaps and capacity requirements.
Forecasting Systems & Performance Analytics
Oversee all forecasting systems, ensuring accuracy across revenue, cost, margin, staffing, capital, and indirect rates.
Implement continuous‑update forecasting tied to actual execution data, risk models, schedule performance, and engineering burn‑rates.
Provide analytic outputs supporting pricing strategies, make/buy assessments, material commitments, staffing models, and technology investment decisions.
Manage forecasts for cash flow, backlog, revenue recognition, and working capital; ensure synchronization with FP&A models.
Program Finance & EVMS Technical Oversight
Serve as senior authority for cost control and program financial health.
Lead independent EAC development using trend analysis, risk quantification, schedule drivers, and earned value metrics.
Produce high‑fidelity program performance assessments that connect execution drivers to financial outcomes.
Represent the business in customer reviews, including EVMS surveillance, IBRs, and executive‑level program briefings.
Technical Integration with Engineering & Operations
Partner with Engineering and Operations to align cost models with technical baselines, execution plans, hardware flows, and supply‑chain constraints.
Drive financial strategy for proposals, capability development, and technology roadmaps.
Coordinate with DCMA/DCAA stakeholders on EVMS, accounting compliance, and cost‑model transparency.
Organizational Leadership & Systems Maturation
Lead and mature the Program Finance organization, advancing forecasting tools and data analytics.
Implement standardized workflows, automation, and scalable reporting frameworks.
Drive workforce development, technical training, and succession planning.
Promote a culture centered on data integrity, disciplined execution, and engineering‑aligned financial decision‑making.
Qualifications
Education
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, Engineering, or related field required; Master’s preferred.
Experience & Skills
12–15 years of finance leadership within defense programs; weapons or aerospace experience preferred.
Deep technical expertise in forecasting, EVMS, cost analysis, government compliance, and program execution.
Demonstrated ability to lead portfolio‑level financial planning and long‑range strategy.
Strong executive communication and the ability to influence technical and operational leaders.
Proficiency with Excel, PowerPoint, and EVMS/scheduling tools (COBRA, MS Project, Primavera).
How We Care
At Textron Systems, our talented people make us successful. We promote an inclusive environment where we value individuality, differences, and unique perspectives.
Our Company is committed to offering employees opportunities to grow and develop. Our benefits and compensation packages are designed to help our talented employees excel and achieve their goals, so they can make a difference every day in and outside of the workplace. Below are just a few examples!
- Flexible Work Schedules
- Education Assistance
- Career Development & Training Opportunities
- Wellness Program (including Fitness Reimbursement)
- Medical, Dental, Vision & 401(K) with Company Funding
- Paid Parental Leave
Are you a Military Veteran?
Textrons products and services are trusted everyday by those who protect our country. We are dedicated to hiring these Veterans and aim to translate their skills to make an impact on our Company.
Textron’s compensation package includes competitive base pay and provides eligible employees with benefit programs. Benefits may include health insurance and prescription plan coverage, dental insurance, family building benefits, vision insurance, mental health resources, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and programs that provide employees time away from work. The pay range should be used as a general guide only. Compensation is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as spanet and business considerations.
In compliance with the local pay transparency law, the pay range for this position is
$165,700 - $254,900 per year.
EEO Statement
Textron is committed to providing Equal Opportunity in Employment, to all applicants and employees regardless of race, color, religion, age, national origin, military status, veteran status, disability, sex (including pregnancy and sexual orientation), genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law.
Recruiting Company: Textron Systems
Primary Location: US-Massachusetts-Wilmington
Job Function: Finance/Accounting
Schedule: Full-time
Job Level: Director
Job Type: Experienced
Shift: First Shift
Relocation: Available
Job Posting: 03/17/2026, 10:24:15 AM
Job Number: 340373
