Company Overview

We are a world-class team of professionals who deliver next generation technology and products in robotic and autonomous platforms, ground, soldier, and maritime systems in 50+ locations world-wide. Much of our work contributes to innovative research in the fields of sensor science, signal processing, data fusion, artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning (ML), and augmented reality (AR).

QinetiQ US’s dedicated experts in defense, aerospace, security, and related fields all work together to explore new ways of protecting the American Warfighter, Security Forces, and Allies. Being a part of QinetiQ US means being central to the safety and security of the world around us. Partnering with our customers, we help save lives; reduce risks to society; and maintain the global infrastructure on which we all depend.

Why Join QinetiQ US?

If you have the courage to take on a wide variety of complex challenges, then you will experience a unique working environment where innovative teams blend different perspectives, disciplines, and technologies to discover new ways of solving complex problems. In our diverse and inclusive environment, you can be authentic, feel valued, be respected, and realize your full potential. QinetiQ US will support you with workplace flexibility, a commitment to the health and well-being of you and your family and provide opportunities to work with a purpose. We are committed to supporting your success in both your professional and personal lives.

Position Overview

QinetiQ US is seeking a highly qualified candidate to provide budgetary support to a client in Chantilly, VA. The candidate will be supporting a complex research and development program with multiple lines of effort and with an annual budget of over $100M.

The candidate will support a Government Project Manager in overseeing strategy and financial execution across a portfolio of projects. This role emphasizes budget planning, funds execution tracking, Planning, Programming, Budgeting, and Execution (PPBE) informed analysis, and integration of financial planning with project schedules and execution activities. The ideal candidate brings strong DoW financial management experience, understanding of appropriations, and the ability to translate financial and programmatic data into actionable insights to support leadership investment decisions and project delivery.

Responsibilities

Candidate will be responsible for Portfolio Financial & Project Execution Management where they will

Support financial execution across a portfolio of projects
Day to day responsibilities include tracking budget execution, obligations, and expenditures across multiple funding lines
Monitor financial performance and identify risks impacting project delivery
Align funding with project schedules, milestones, and execution priorities
Maintain financial and execution trackers

Budget Planning & PPBE Support

Support PPBE-informed planning, funding strategies, and portfolio trade-off analysis
Assist with budget build activities, spend plans, and funds phasing
Ensure funding profiles align with project schedules and execution plans
Provide appropriations-aware guidance for compliant funds execution

Financial Analysis & Decision Support

Develop executive briefings and financial decision-support materials
Analyze burn rates, execution trends, and portfolio performance
Provide recommendations to optimize funding allocation and improve execution
Support financial inputs for project reviews and leadership engagement

Project Coordination & Reporting

Coordinate with project teams, contracting, and financial stakeholders on funding actions
Track alignment between project execution and available resources
Support milestone tracking and identify funding-related risks
Prepare recurring financial and execution status updates

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, Economics, Engineering, or related field
15 years of experience with 5+ years supporting DoW financial management, budgeting, or program portfolio execution
TS/SCI Clearance Required; #qinetiqclearedjob
Experience with DAI
Experience tracking funds execution across multiple projects or funding lines
Familiarity with PPBE process and DoW appropriations (RDT&E, O&M, Procurement, etc.)
Strong analytical and communication skills, including executive briefing development
Able to work full-time in a Chantilly VA office within SCIF/SAPF spaces

Preferred Qualifications

Master’s degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, Economics, Engineering, or related field
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Pay Transparency

The salary range for this role is  $135,000 - $190,000 USD. The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels. QinetiQ US considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, location, education/training, and key skills.

Company EEO Statement

Accessibility/Accommodation:

If because of a medical condition or disability you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to or call Opt. 1 and let us know the nature of your request and contact information.

QinetiQ US is an Equal Opportunity employer. All Qualified Applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, age, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.

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