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Financial Analyst

Los Angeles, United States

Hermeus is a high-speed aircraft manufacturer focused on the rapid design, build, and test of high-Mach and hypersonic aircraft for the national interest. Working directly with the Department of Defense, Hermeus delivers capabilities that will ensure that our nation, and our allies, maintain an asymmetric advantage over any and all potential adversaries.

We are seeking a Financial Analyst who is analytical, detail-oriented, and eager to grow at the intersection of finance, hardware, and national defense. This role offers exposure to all aspects of FP&A, hardware development, and business operations within a fast-paced, mission-driven environment.

As part of our finance team, you’ll partner with engineering, operations, and leadership to drive financial visibility, improve forecasting accuracy, and support key business decisions that shape our product roadmap and company growth.

Responsibilities:

Support budgeting and forecasting by gathering inputs, updating models, and tracking performance against plan.
Contribute to monthly and quarterly financial reporting, including variance analysis, management summaries, and board/investor materials.
Maintain and enhance financial models that support product development, production planning, and scenario analysis.
Collaborate cross-functionally with engineering, operations, and supply chain teams to understand program costs, schedules, and financial impacts.
Track and analyze capital expenditures, R&D spend, and other key cost drivers.
Conduct ad hoc financial analyses to support investment decisions, hiring plans, and program execution.
Help identify opportunities to improve financial processes and reporting efficiency through automation or tool enhancements.

Minimum Requirements:

1–3 years of experience in FP&A, product development finance, or business operations, preferably in a hardware, manufacturing, or defense tech environment.
Strong analytical skills with advanced Excel and financial modelingproficiency.
Tech-savvy with experience in PowerPoint, Power BI, and FP&A platforms such as Workday Adaptive Planning.
Solid understanding of budgeting, forecasting, and management reporting principles.
Excellent communication skills with the ability to work effectively across technical and non-technical teams.
Highly organized, self-motivated, and comfortable working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
Genuine interest in hardware systems, engineering-driven organizations, or national defense innovation.

Preferred Skills and Experience:

Strong understanding of BOM cost structures and financial management.
Experience with NetSuite, Ramp, or other ERP and finance automation tools.
Exposure to cost accounting, CapEx planning, or program-level finance.
U.S. citizenship and eligibility for a security clearance (may be required depending on program needs).

Working Conditions:

Primarily office-based role with frequent interaction across engineering, operations, and leadership teams.
May require occasional presence in manufacturing, hangar, or test environments where exposure to noise, dust, chemicals, or moving mechanical parts is possible.
Work is generally performed indoors in a climate-controlled environment, but travel between facilities may be required as needed
Standard business hours with occasional evening or weekend work if needed to meet deadlines
Regular use of computers, teleconferencing tools, and standard office equipment.

Physical Requirements:

Ability to remain in a stationary position (sitting/standing) for extended periods while working at a computer or in meetings.
Frequent communication with team members, requiring clear verbal and written communication skills.
Occasional lifting, carrying, or moving objects up to 20 lbs (e.g., product samples, documentation, equipment).
Ability to safely enter and move around industrial, production, or testing areas, including climbing stairs, bending, or wearing required personal protective equipment (PPE).
Must be able to travel domestically and internationally as needed to support suppliers, customers, and program reviews.

The salary information provided is a general guideline only. Hermeus takes various factors into account, including, but not limited to, the position's scope and responsibilities, the candidate's professional background, education and training, essential skills, and market and business considerations, when presenting a job offer.

Salary is only one part of our total compensation and benefits package. Hermeus offers competitive salary and equity, unlimited PTO policy, paid parental leave, potential for year-end bonuses, and more!

U.S. EXPORT CONTROL COMPLIANCE STATUS

The person hired will have access to information and items subject to U.S. export controls, and therefore, must either be a “U.S. person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. § 120.62 or otherwise eligible for deemed export licensing. US persons include U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, lawful permanent residents (green card holders), and asylees and refugees with such status granted, not pending.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY

Hermeus is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions at Hermeus are based solely on merit, competence, and qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability, or any other legally protected status.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

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