Director of Finance & Strategic Planning - Defense Tech

Dimensions IT Services; Addison (TX); On-site; USD 150,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

Dental & Vision plans

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

9/80 schedule

On-site perks (snacks & refreshments)

Mentorship opportunities

Job summary

Firehawk Aerospace, based in Addison, TX, is seeking a Director of Finance to lead budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning for a rapidly growing defense hardware org. The role is hands-on, with ownership of models, systems, and processes built from first principles.

You will prepare executive-level analyses for the board and investors, translate complex financial realities into clear narratives, and collaborate across Engineering, Operations, and Legal to align growth with financial

Qualifications

• 7+ years of finance experience in high-growth, technical, or defense/manufacturing environments.
• VC-backed / late-stage startup experience is a plus.
• Exceptional financial modeling skills with Excel.
• Strong understanding of financial statements, capital structures, and debt instruments.
• Ability to translate complex analyses into clear takeaways for senior leaders.

Responsibilities

• Lead budgeting, forecasting, and long-range financial planning for the organization.
• Develop and implement financial frameworks for resource allocation and scenario modeling.
• Prepare materials for board meetings, investor communications, and internal reviews.
• Evaluate investments, M&A/partnerships, and integration planning for strategic opportunities.
• Design and scale FP&A tools, dashboards, and processes to support growth.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Operations, Supply Chain, and Legal to align financial goals.

Skills

Financial modeling

Budgeting

Forecasting

Strategic thinking

Excel proficiency

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, economics

Tools

Excel

Job description

Firehawk Aerospace, based in Addison, TX, is seeking a Director of Finance to lead budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning for a rapidly growing defense hardware org. The role is hands-on, with ownership of models, systems, and processes built from first principles.

You will prepare executive-level analyses for the board and investors, translate complex financial realities into clear narratives, and collaborate across Engineering, Operations, and Legal to align growth with financial