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Leonardo DRS

Program Finance Intern - Spring 2025

Leonardo DRS, Huntsville, Alabama, United States, 35803


Leonardo DRS is a prime contractor, leading technology innovator and supplier of integrated products, services and support to military forces, intelligence agencies and defense contractors worldwide. The company specializes in naval and maritime systems, ground combat mission command and network computing, global satellite communications and network infrastructure, avionics systems, and intelligence and security solutions. Additionally, the company builds power systems and electro-optical/infrared systems for a wide range of commercial customers. Headquartered in Arlington, Virginia, Leonardo DRS is a wholly owned subsidiary of Leonardo S.p.A. For additional information on DRS, please visit our website at www.leonardodrs.com

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Job ID: 110711

The Leonardo DRS Land Electronics business provides C4I Network computing and integrated situational awareness, as well as state-of-the-art embedded diagnostics, vehicle power management and combat vehicle integration products and services.

Job Summary

Great opportunity to work closely with our Land Electronics program finance team in Huntsville, AL and get hands-on experience with diverse assignments!

Job ResponsibilitiesUnderstand the Annual Operating Plan (AOP) and the Strategic Guide Plan process and help prepare program bookings, revenue, operating profit, investment, and cash flow dataUnderstand how job costs are collected and billed on all contract typesAbility to work on cross-functional teamsEstablish, develop, and maintain effective business relationships with internal and external customersSupport negotiations with the government, industry prime contractors and foreign customersConduct analytical studies, monitor trends, and interpret the resultsSupport government compliance and audit activitiesDevelop an understanding of the Standards of Conduct to include conflicts of interests; improper practices; liability and fraudDevelop an understanding of contract design and structure to include: FFP; CPIF; CPFF; CPAF; BOA; IDIQ; Foreign Military Sale (FMS); and International Direct Commercial Sale (DCS), and competitive and sole source procurementsAbility to grasp generally accepted accounting principles and develop a working knowledge of the cost accounting standards (CAS) and IFRSSupports proposal preparations including bid/no-bid requirements; cost estimating; pricing; RFP review; risk mitigation; and negotiationDevelop an understanding of the source selection evaluation process to include cost and price analysis, discussions, debriefings, and protestProgram and finance: Basis of Estimate (BOE) preparation; budget preparation, reporting and management; cost & variance analysis; Earned Value Management Systems (EVMS); Estimate at Completion (EAC); cash management/working capital; forecasting; contractual reporting (CDRL, EVM, cost and pricing, C/SSR); risk management; return on investment (ROI); audit preparation and management; and program review preparationSupport, communicate, reinforce, and defend the mission, values, and culture of the organizationQualificationsEnrolled in a Finance Degree program.Current standing must be a Junior, Senior, or Graduate student with a minimum GPA of 3.0Strong communication and organizational skillsIntermediate Excel skills preferredAbility to solve complex problemsWork effectively as a member of a team

Taking care of our people is a top priority at Leonardo DRS. We are proud to offer competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, a company contribution to a health savings account, telemedicine, life and disability insurance, legal insurance, and a 401(k) savings plan. We champion wellness programs that focus on physical, emotional, and financial well-being. We develop our talent by offering programs and activities to support career-growth, professional development, and skill enhancement. And we understand there is more to life than work, and the importance of offering flexible work schedules with our 9/80 program, competitive vacation, health/emergency leave, paid parental leave, and community service hours.*Some employees are eligible for limited benefits only

Leonardo DRS, Inc. and its subsidiaries and affiliates are equal opportunity employers and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. #LEL #INDLEH