Financial Analyst

About Hermeus

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.

Job Summary

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.

Key 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.

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 modeling proficiency.
• 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).