Program Finance Manager, Hardware Programs

Job overview

The Program Finance Manager, Hardware Programs role is onsite in Moorpark, CA. Compensation is not specified in the posting. The position supports AeroVironment’s Finance team and hardware product line, partnering with Product Management, Engineering, Operations, Supply Chain, Sales, and Finance leadership. The manager provides financial planning and operational guidance across the product lifecycle. Through forecasting, cost analysis, budget oversight, and compliance support, the role helps leaders assess profitability, manage program performance, and make informed business decisions.

What you'll do

• Prepare monthly forecasts and variance reports
• monitor financial policies and government procurement compliance
• support audits
• review program estimates and profitability
• oversee cost control, budgets, schedules, and financial analyses
• support proposal pricing and integrated master schedules
• analyze product and supplier cost variances.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

program finance manager

hardware programs

program finance

forecasting

cost analysis

government procurement

moorpark ca

aerovironment

hardware product line

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage, 401(k) company matching, a 9/80 work schedule, and paid holiday shutdown.

Why this role

Requires at least 10 years of relevant experience and two years in a leadership role, with expertise in manufactured-product costing, government cost accounting, and FAR.

About the employer

AeroVironment is hiring for this role. Industry: Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology). Sector: 54.