Financial Analyst Torrance, CA

Fortastra builds maneuverable, resilient, next-generation spacecraft that protect national security assets in orbit. We develop advanced flight systems, autonomous capabilities, and mission services that ensure U.S. and allied freedom of action in space. As we scale production and field critical defensive systems, we are looking for a Vice President of Product who can integrate technical vision, customer needs, and national-level policy to shape the future of space security. Team / Department This role sits within the Finance & Operations organization and supports company-wide planning, forecasting, hiring, program execution, and strategic decision-making across the business. The Role The Financial Analyst will work closely with company leadership across engineering, operations, recruiting, and program management to support financial planning and decision-making across the business. This person will help manage forecasting, budgeting, hiring models, proposal pricing support, investor reporting preparation, and internal operational analysis. The role requires someone who can operate in a fast-moving startup environment, build structure where needed, and communicate clearly with both technical and non-technical teams. This role is highly cross-functional and ideal for someone who wants broad exposure to startup operations, aerospace/defense programs, and company scaling. Key Responsibilities Support company financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting activities Build and maintain headcount, hiring, and cash flow models Assist with investor and board reporting materials Support pricing and financial analysis for government proposals and contracts Track operating expenses, burn rate, and program financial performance Partner with recruiting and department leads on hiring plans and compensation analysis Help improve financial reporting processes, dashboards, and internal controls Support scenario planning for fundraising, growth, and production scaling Work with leadership on strategic analysis and operational decision-making Coordinate with external accounting, payroll, tax, and finance partners as needed Qualifications and Skills Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business, or related field 2–6+ years of experience in finance, FP&A, investment banking, consulting, startup finance, aerospace/defense finance, or related analytical roles Strong Excel / Google Sheets financial modeling skills Comfortable working with large datasets and building forecasts from incomplete information Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills Ability to operate independently in a fast-paced environment with shifting priorities High attention to detail while still maintaining execution speed Experience supporting venture-backed startups or high-growth companies Experience with government contracting, aerospace, defense, or manufacturing environments Familiarity with budgeting for engineering organizations or hardware programs Experience with pricing proposals, indirect rates, or program finance Experience with ERP, HRIS, or financial planning systems Requirements On-site role (no remote or hybrid arrangements) Why Fortastra At Fortastra, you will help develop systems designed to operate in contested environments and support the next generation of national security space missions. You will work alongside a highly technical team focused on speed, ownership, and mission impact while helping shape capabilities at the intersection of spacecraft, autonomy, and defense technology. #J-18808-Ljbffr Fortastra