What is a Financial Analyst at HII?
A Financial Analyst at HII plays a critical role in managing the financial health of some of the nation's largest and most complex defense projects. Working within major divisions like Newport News Shipbuilding or Ingalls Shipbuilding, you are responsible for budgeting, forecasting, and cost control of multi-billion dollar national security programs. From aircraft carriers to national security cutters, your financial oversight directly impacts the delivery of vital defense assets.
This position acts as a strategic bridge between operations, engineering, and executive leadership. Because HII operates under strict government contracting guidelines, your daily work involves navigating complex compliance frameworks, analyzing program variances, and ensuring that projects remain fiscally viable. It is a highly collaborative role where financial data is translated into actionable business decisions that protect both company performance and taxpayer dollars.
For professionals who thrive on scale and complexity, this role offers an unmatched opportunity to influence massive industrial operations. You will not just be staring at spreadsheets; you will be directly contributing to the execution of major military programs, visiting the shipyards, and collaborating with diverse teams across the entire organization.

