Strategic Financial Analyst

At Vast, our mission is to contribute to a future where billions of people are living and thriving in space. Vast is developing next-generation space stations to ensure a continuous human presence in space for America and its allies, enabling advanced microgravity research and manufacturing, and unlocking a new space economy for government, corporate, and private customers. Using an incremental, hardware-rich and low-cost approach, Vast is rapidly developing its multi-module Haven Station. Haven Demo’s 2025 success made Vast the only operational commercial space station company to fly and operate its own spacecraft. Next, Haven-1 is expected to become the world’s first commercial space station when it launches, followed by additional Haven modules to enable permanent human presence by 2030. Our team is all-in, committed to executing our mission safely and on time. If you want to work with the most talented people on Earth furthering space exploration for humanity, come join us.
Vast is looking for a Strategic Financial Analyst , reporting to the Strategic Finance Manager, to support the development of the systems that will be required for the design and build of artificial-gravity human-rated space stations.
This person will play a key role in the company’s financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and analysis. They will work closely with the Strategic Finance Manager to support the CFO and CEO on strategic finance initiatives, capital planning, and executive-level decision support as Vast scales its space station programs.
This will be a full-time , exempt position located in our Long Beach location.
Responsibilities

Support the CFO and CEO on capital strategy, corporate finance initiatives, and long-range planning activities
Assist in preparing board materials, investor presentations, and executive-level analyses
Build and maintain strategic financial models to support scenario analysis, capital planning, pricing decisions, and major investments
Conduct strategic and financial analyses to inform key business decisions across programs, partnerships, and growth initiatives
Support investor relations and fundraising efforts, including diligence materials and data analysis
Collaborate with NASA counterparts and other government partners on financial analysis, reporting, and planning activities
Partner with cross-functional teams to translate strategic objectives into financial insights
Contribute to periodic performance reviews and reporting with a focus on decision-making support rather than routine close processes
Support special projects and ad hoc analyses tied to corporate strategy and executive priorities
Help improve financial tools, models, and processes as the company scales
Identify opportunities to improve financial tools, processes, and data quality as the company scales

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Business, Engineering, or a related field
2+ years of experience in strategic finance, corporate finance, investment banking, consulting, or similar analytical roles
Strong financial modeling skills in Excel or Google Sheets, including scenario and sensitivity analysis
Solid understanding of corporate finance fundamentals and financial statements
Ability to synthesize complex analyses into clear, executive-ready recommendations

Preferred Skills & Experience

Experience supporting fundraising, M&A, or corporate development initiatives
Exposure to aerospace, government contracting, manufacturing, or other highly technical environments
Comfort working directly with senior executives and preparing materials for boards or investors
Strong written and verbal communication skills with executive presence
Self-starter mindset with the ability to operate in a fast-paced, evolving environment
Interest in or passion for space, aerospace, or frontier technologies

Additional Requirements

Ability to travel up to 25% of the time
Willingness to work overtime, or weekends to support critical mission milestones
Ability to lift up to 25lbs unassisted
Specific certifications, as appropriate

Pay Range

Financial Analyst: $93,000 - $132,000
Senior Financial Analyst : $118,000 - $167,000

Pay Range: California
$93,000—$167,000 USD
Compensation And Benefits
Base salary will vary depending on job-related knowledge, education, skills, experience, business needs, and market demand. Salary is just one component of our comprehensive compensation package. Full-time employees also receive company equity, as well as access to a full suite of compelling benefits and perks, including: 100% medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and dependents, generous paid time off; up to 20+ days of vacation for exempt staff and up to 10+ days of vacation for non-exempt staff with the ability to cash-out unused vacation annually, paid parental leave, short and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, access to a 401(k) retirement plan, ClassPass credits, personalized mental healthcare through Spring Health, and other discounts and perks. We also take pride in offering exceptional food perks, with snacks, drip coffee & onsite barista, cold drinks, and dinner meals remaining free of charge, and lunch subsidized as part of Vast’s ongoing commitment to providing high-quality meals for employees.
U.S. EXPORT CONTROL COMPLIANCE STATUS
The person hired will have access to information and items subject to U.S. export controls, and therefore, must either be a “U.S. person” as defined by 22 C.F.R.

120.62 or otherwise eligible for deemed export licensing. This status includes U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, lawful permanent residents (green card holders), and asylees and refugees with such status granted, not pending.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY
Vast is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with Vast is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by 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.