Senior Vice President of Finance

The Company is in search of a Senior Vice President of Finance, with a clear path to CFO, to take on a pivotal role in the organization. The successful candidate will be responsible for owning the entire finance function, from FP&A to financial reporting, and will be a key partner to the CEO. This role demands a world-class professional who is deeply integrated across the business and is an enabler of all teams. The primary mandate is to lead the financial aspects of the company's journey, from the first contract through development to mass production, with a focus on achieving cash flow positivity. The SVP of Finance will also be instrumental in preparing for and executing funding rounds, managing the full debt stack, and ensuring financial discipline to support the fast-paced growth of the hardware business. Applicants for this role at the company should have a background in at least three of the following areas: hardware production finance, US government contracts, debt and equity fluency, and core finance depth. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in leading a finance function, with direct experience in budgeting, burn, runway, and spend controls. Strong financial modeling, forecasting, and scenario planning skills are essential, as is the ability to be an excellent cross-functional communicator and a strategic partner to the CEO and the board. A Bachelor's degree in a related field is required, with an MBA and/or CPA being preferred. The role also calls for experience in a capital-intensive manufacturing environment, such as defense or aerospace, and a network of growth investors, lenders, and finance talent.