Hermeus is an aerospace and defense technology company founded to radically accelerate air travel by delivering hypersonic aircraft. The company aims to develop hypersonic aircraft quickly and cost-effectively by integrating hardware-rich, iterative development with modern computing and autonomy. This approach has been validated through design, build, and test of the company’s first combined turbojet-ramjet engine and is now being scaled through its first flight vehicle program, Quarterhorse. Hermeus is also developing Darkhorse — an uncrewed hypersonic aircraft designed to deliver unique asymmetric capabilities to the warfighter.
As the Strategic Finance Lead, you will play a pivotal role in shaping our financial strategy and driving the company's growth trajectory. Reporting to the VP of Finance, you will be responsible for all aspects of strategic finance - including long-term business modeling, valuation and sales pricing models, and any other analysis required to support strategic decisions. You will work very closely with our FP&A Lead to ensure the near-term and long-term objectives of the business are in sync. This role offers an exciting opportunity to join a lean finance team at a high-growth defense tech business.
Responsibilities:
- Develop and execute financial strategies aligned with the company's long-term objectives and growth plans
- Build and maintain complex financial models to assess the company's long-term financial performance, including company long-term models, valuation models, and unit economics analyses
- Conduct market analysis to help us shape our long-term strategy and better understand our competitors
- Collaborate cross-functionally to define our product & pricing strategies, revenue forecasts, and investment plans that optimize returns and drive sustainable growth
- Support our fundraising efforts
- Prepare and present financial reports, metrics, and recommendations to senior management and key stakeholders
- Manage relationships with external stakeholders, including investors, lenders, and regulatory authorities
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in finance or related field
- Experience in a startup or high-growth environment preferred
- Advanced Excel and PowerPoint skills
- Experience building complex financial models
- Proven experience in strategic financial analysis and decision support, preferably in the defense or hardware technology sector
- Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to convey complex financial concepts to non-finance stakeholders
- Strategic mindset, with the ability to think analytically and make data-driven decisions
- Demonstrated leadership abilities, with experience influencing fast-scaling organization and driving cross-functional collaboration
- Ability to work independently and prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment
- Familiarity with government contracting and regulatory requirements in the defense industry is a major plus
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.
Hermeus Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Healthcare Strength — Healthcare is described as employer-paid for employees and dependents, including dental and vision. Feedback suggests this substantially reduces healthcare burden and strengthens overall total rewards.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — The package includes unlimited PTO for exempt employees, generous accrued PTO for non‑exempt staff, and observed federal holidays. Feedback suggests this breadth aims to support work‑life balance.
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Equity Value & Accessibility — Stock options are guaranteed with all full‑time offers, with potential for additional grants based on performance. Feedback suggests this provides ownership upside alongside base pay and bonuses.
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What We Do
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. Utilizing an integrated, hardware-rich, iterative development approach to aircraft design and build, Hermeus aims to deliver advanced air power at a pace not seen in the U.S. since the 1950s. Hermeus’ current Quarterhorse Program is actively unlocking unmanned high-speed flight. One program, four aircraft – each purpose-built to unlock a specific technical challenge, advance learnings, and incrementally de-risk critical technology in the pursuit of hypersonic aircraft. Today, Hermeus is building its second Quarterhorse vehicle, Mk 2, after having designed, built, and flight tested its predecessor, Mk 1, in 18 months. Capable of reaching speeds of Mach 3+, Quarterhorse Mk 2 will be the fastest uncrewed military aircraft in service for national defense. The final iteration of Quarterhorse, Mk 4, will be capable of transitioning from turbofan to ramjet mode utilizing a Hermeus-developed turbine-based combined cycle (TBCC) propulsion system to achieve sustained speeds of Mach 5+. Hermeus' approach of build-fly-build lays the groundwork for unlocking hypersonic flight at a pace and cost previously deemed impossible. America needs fast planes fast – and Hermeus is delivering them.
Why Work With Us
We prioritize hardware and people. Cutting-edge technology is only made possible by bringing together a world-class team. At Hermeus, you will be challenged – but also empowered. We encourage calculated risks taking and learning from our mistakes. Iteration is the name of the game.
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