Senior FP&A Analyst

Solana Beach, California, United States DRONES Full-time Posted Oct 12, 2026
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About this role

AEVEX Aerospace is hiring a Senior FP&A Analyst, full-time, on-site in Solana Beach, California, United States, in the DRONES sector.

Work Arrangement

This is a hybrid role. May require 0%-20% Travel.

Job Overview

The Sr. FP&A Analyst is responsible for financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and analysis activities to support the organization's strategic goals. This role involves building out complex financial models and reports, analyzing financial data, preparing reports, and providing insights to senior management to aid in decision-making processes.

Essential Functions

• Conduct detailed analysis of financial data, including budget variances, revenue trends, cost drivers, and key performance indicators (KPIs).

• Provide insights and recommendations based on analysis to support business objectives.

• Assist in the preparation of annual budgets and periodic forecasts.

• Build out complex financial models and reports for the department and executive management

• Prepare and distribute financial reports, dashboards, and presentations for senior management and other stakeholders.

• Utilize financial planning software and tools to streamline processes, improve accuracy, and enhance reporting capabilities.

• Work closely with cross-functional teams, including project accounting, general accounting, business development, program operations, and other departments, to gather data, validate assumptions, and align financial plans with business objectives.

• Proactively identify opportunities to enhance financial planning and analysis processes.

Standard Essential Functions

· Regular and reliable attendance on a full time basis [or in accordance with posted schedule].

· Responsible for exhibiting professional behavior with both internal and external business associates that reflects positively on the company and is consistent with the company's policies and practices.

· Embodies AEVEX’s cultural values and aligns daily actions with department goals and company culture.

Qualifications and Competencies

• Familiarity with Government contracting business (DoD or other agencies)

• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Excel, Word and PowerPoint

• Experience working with ERP systems and extracting data and report writing

• Willingness to learn Power BI or similar and implement processes utilizing the tools.

• Knowledge of financial principles, accounting practices, and financial reporting standards.

• Ability to distill complex findings and concepts into key data-points and visualizations

• Self-motivated problem solver with the ability to prioritize multiple deadlines

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

• Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Education / Certifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance

Experience

• 4 to 6 years of experience in financial planning, analysis, or related field.

• 1 year minimum experience in a manufacturing environment

• 1 year minimum experience in a DoD or similar environment

Physical Requirements

• Frequently required repetitive movements of wrists, hands, and/or fingers

• Frequently required to sit, and to reach to use computers and other office equipment

For the purpose of this summary, occasionally is used to represent up to 1/3 of the time given to the work day, frequently represents 1/3 to 2/3 of the time and constantly represents 2/3 or more of the time.

Security Clearance

· Ability to obtain/maintain a Secret DoD clearance, U.S. Citizenship required.

About AEVEX

AEVEX, headquartered in Solana Beach, California, supports the U.S. national security mission and partner nation needs around the world by providing full-spectrum aviation, remote sensing, and analysis solutions. The company's capabilities include custom design and engineering; rapid prototyping; sensor integration and sustainment; aircraft modification and certification; flight test instrumentation and support; mission operations service; advanced intelligence data processing, exploitation, and dissemination solutions; and tailored hardware and software mission-system tools. AEVEX uses agile and customized approaches to rapidly define, develop, and deliver specialized solutions for airborne special mission needs for the U.S. Government, partner nations, and commercial businesses. AEVEX has major offices in California, Florida, North Carolina, Ohio, and Virginia.

AEVEX provides a full suite of comprehensive benefits, including a 401(k)-retirement plan, comprehensive Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability and Life insurance group coverage with a portion of the premiums paid by the company, professional development funds, and an Employee Assistance Plan (EAP) with counseling, legal help, child and elder care support, among other benefits for qualified employees.

Recruitment Communication Notice: All official correspondence regarding your application, application status, interviews, or the AEVEX hiring process will come directly from an AEVEX representative using an @aevex.com email address or through Greenhouse, our applicant tracking system. Please use caution with communications claiming to represent AEVEX from other email domains, and always verify the sender before responding or providing personal information.

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