Christine Byrum is an accomplished finance executive with over 25 years of experience in the defense and aerospace industry. She currently serves as the Director of Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) at BAE Systems, Inc., where she leads the Financial Planning and Budgets organization for a dynamic $1.8 billion business based in McLean, Virginia. 

Christine’s career at BAE Systems spans more than two decades, during which she has held several key leadership roles. Prior to her current position, she was the Director of Pricing, responsible for overseeing pricing actions for a $1.8 billion sector within the Defense Services industry. She also served as Finance Director and Director of Finance for San Diego Ship Repair, where she managed financial operations and strategy for nearly eight years. 

Earlier in her career, Christine was Manager of FP&A at BAE Systems, where she developed expertise in financial modeling, investment analysis, cost-benefit analysis, and external audits. Her foundational experience began at Lockheed Martin as a Financial Analyst in Bethesda, Maryland. 

Christine is recognized for her strong leadership, strategic financial planning, and deep understanding of Department of Defense (DoD) requirements. Her skills include competitive pricing, financial analysis, and investment evaluation, making her a trusted advisor and leader in her field.