Director of Finance at Inversion Space

Los Angeles, California, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

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Aerospace, Space Technology, DefenseIndustries

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business, or related field
Start-up experience in a Hardware Technology company
10+ years of experience in financial strategy, planning, and performance management, ideally in aerospace, defense, or advanced technology sectors
5+ years in a senior leadership role, managing finance teams and company-level budgets
Experience with Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR/DFARS) and the financial management of defense contracts
Track record of direct interaction with venture capital investors, including fundraising support, board reporting, and KPI tracking
Proficiency in financial systems, ERP platforms and implementation (e.g., SAP, Deltek Costpoint), and business analytics tools
MBA, CPA, or advanced degree in Finance, Accounting, or Business (desired)
Experience scaling finance operations from early-stage through Series (desired)

Responsibilities

Lead the financial strategy for the company, integrating government contract compliance, venture-backed growth objectives, and long-term mission planning
Manage budgeting, forecasting, and scenario planning, ensuring alignment between investor expectations, defense contract obligations, and internal priorities
Partner with engineering, operations, and program management to translate technical milestones into actionable financial plans
Oversee capital allocation decisions, including R&D investments, infrastructure scaling, and major contract bids
Drive adoption of digital finance tools, ERP enhancements, and analytics platforms to enable real-time, data-driven decisions
Lead financial governance & compliance with FAR/DFARS and other regulatory requirements while keeping startup operations lean and flexible
Serve as the primary finance liaison for our Board, investors, and government program officers, presenting clear, compelling financial narratives
Build and develop a high-performance finance team that thrives in a fast-paced, multidisciplinary environment

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

FAR/DFARSFinancial StrategyBudgetingForecastingScenario ModelingGovernment ContractingDefense ContractingVenture Capital

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What is the salary or compensation for the Director of Finance role?

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Is this Director of Finance position remote or does it require office presence?

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What key skills and expertise are required for the Director of Finance role?

The role requires proven expertise in government and defense contracting (FAR/DFARS), financial strategy including budgeting, forecasting, and scenario modeling, and experience with venture capital investors in high-growth startups. Additional skills include capital allocation, digital finance tools, ERP enhancements, analytics platforms, and financial governance & compliance.

What is the company culture like at Inversion Space?

The company culture emphasizes speed, precision, and adaptability in a fast-growing space technology startup, balancing compliance and rigor with startup agility. It involves a small group rigorously focused on building technology for universal access to space, partnering closely with engineering, operations, and leadership.

What makes a strong candidate for the Director of Finance position?

A strong candidate is a bold, hands-on financial leader with expertise in FAR/DFARS compliance and venture capital dynamics, capable of building financial foundations, partnering with technical teams, and communicating effectively with leadership, investors, and government officers in a high-growth startup environment.

Inversion Space

Develops low-cost re-entry vehicles for cargo

About Inversion Space

Inversion Space develops re-entry vehicles that are designed to return cargo and resources from space at a low cost and with high frequency. Their vehicles enable the safe return of various types of cargo from low-earth orbit and beyond, making the process of returning from space as routine as launching into it. This company serves clients in the space exploration and commercial space sectors, generating revenue through service contracts and partnerships with space agencies and private companies. Inversion Space differentiates itself by focusing on the efficiency and reliability of its re-entry solutions, which are essential for the sustainability and growth of space operations.

Torrance, CaliforniaHeadquarters

2021Year Founded

$121.6MTotal Funding

SERIES_ACompany Stage

AerospaceIndustries

51-200Employees