Financial Analyst Principal - Lunar

Blue Origin; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 169,624 - 237,473; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid Time Off up to four weeks

Stock Options for all regular employees

Job summary

Blue Origin is seeking a Principal Financial Analyst to provide critical financial analysis and support the Lunar Permanence business unit. This role involves analyzing financial data, leading financial assessments, and collaborating across teams to improve insights for business execution.

Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor's degree and have at least 10 years of financial experience, alongside strong analytical and communication skills. The position requires on-site availability in Kent, WA, and relocation assistance is provided.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of professional finance experience.
• Strong analytical, strategic, and critical thinking skills.
• Must be a U.S. citizen or national.

Responsibilities

• Lead financial analysis for internal executive memos.
• Analyze financial data to identify trends, risks, and opportunities.
• Build and continuously improve financial models.

Skills

Financial modeling

Analytical skills

Communication

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, or a related analytical field

Tools

ERP tools

Financial databases

Accounting software

Job description

Application close date: Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the requisition is closed.

At Blue Origin, we envision millions of people living and working in space for the benefit of Earth. We're working to develop reusable, safe, and low-cost space vehicles and systems within a culture of safety, collaboration, and inclusion. Join our team of problem solvers as we add new chapters to the history of spaceflight!

This role is part of Blue Origin corporate functions, providing centralized support across Blue Origin business unit teams, functions, and locations.

As part of the Lunar Permanence business unit, which develops Blue Origin's Blue Moon lander product lines—building the sustainable infrastructure needed to transport crew and cargo from Earth to the lunar surface—we are seeking a Principal Financial Analyst.

As a Principal Financial Analyst, you will deliver critical analysis and insight, drive performance improvement, and own product cost, proposal support, and financial metrics for the business unit. Partnering closely with business unit leadership, you will help build a best‑in‑class finance function with the right people, processes, and tools to scale with program growth.

As a key member of the Lunar Permanence Finance Leadership team, you will lead initiatives that improve the quality, accuracy, and timeliness of insights delivered to senior and executive leadership.

A passion for our mission and vision is required.

On‑site availability in Kent, WA is required. Relocation assistance is provided.

Responsibilities

• Lead financial analysis for internal executive memos, delivering clear and consistent insights to senior leadership
• Provide accurate, timely financial information and recommendations to support business execution
• Analyze financial data to identify trends, risks, and opportunities
• Lead standardization of programmatic and financial metrics across the business unit, including early indicators of performance issues
• Own root cause analysis and recovery planning for off‑track metrics
• Drive product cost standardization and partner with program and finance teams to identify cost reduction opportunities across multiple Lunar Permanence vehicles
• Support financial analysis for external and internal proposals, including authoring executive‑level memos
• Collaborate across the business to deliver meaningful insights to business unit leadership
• Partner with multiple stakeholders as a strategic, results‑oriented collaborator capable of managing large‑scale projects and reprioritizing as needed
• Build and continuously improve financial models incorporating industry‑specific operating metrics, scenario analysis, and sensitivity analysis
• Drive improvements in financial processes, systems, and reporting capabilities to enhance efficiency and accuracy
• Mentor and develop team members, fostering a culture of continuous learning and professional growth

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, or a related analytical field
• 10+ years of professional finance experience
• Strong analytical, strategic, and critical thinking skills with advanced Excel financial modeling expertise
• Experience leading project teams
• Experience with ERP tools, financial/operational databases, and accounting software
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Proven ability to earn trust, build professional relationships, and contribute to a culture of inclusion
• Must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.

Preferred Qualifications

• MBA or Master's Degree in a related field
• Demonstrated ability to analyze large datasets and lead development of complex data models and reporting
• Experience in industrial, manufacturing, engineering, or technology organizations

Base Pay Range for WA applicants: $169,624.00 - $237,473.25

Other site ranges may differ.

Culture Statement: Blue Origin is dedicated to building an authentic workplace, so if you're excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with every desired qualification, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

Export Control Regulations

Applicants for employment at Blue Origin must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.

Background Check

• Required for all positions: Blue's Standard Background Check
• Required for Certain Job Profiles: Defense Biometric Identification System (DBIDS) background check if at any time the role requires one to be on a military installation
• Required for Certain Job Profiles: Drivers who operate Commercial Motor Vehicles with a Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW), Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) or combination of power unit and trailer that meets or exceeds 10,001 lbs. and/or transports placardable amounts of hazardous materials by ground in any vehicle on a public road while in commerce, may be subject to additional Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations including: Driver Qualification Files, Medical Certification (obtained before onboarding), Road Test, Hours of Service, Drug and Alcohol Testing (CDL drivers only), vehicle inspection requirements, CDL requirements (if applicable) and hazardous materials transportation/shipping training.
• Required for certain Job Profiles: Ability to obtain and maintain Merchant Mariner Credential, which includes pre-employment and random drug testing as well as DOT physical

Benefits

• Benefits include: Medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance, paid parental leave, short and long‑term disability, 401(k) with a company match of up to 5%, and an Education Support Program.
• Stock Options for all regular employees (working at least 20 hours/week)
• Paid Time Off: Up to four (4) weeks per year based on weekly scheduled hours, and up to 14 company‑paid holidays.
• Dependent on role type and job level, employees may be eligible for benefits and bonuses based on the company's intent to reward individual contributions and enable them to share in the company's results, or other factors at the company's sole discretion. Bonus amounts and eligibility are not guaranteed and subject to change and cancellation. Please check with your recruiter for more details.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Blue Origin is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to attracting, retaining, and developing a highly qualified and dedicated workforce. Blue Origin hires and promotes people on the basis of their qualifications, performance, and abilities. We support the establishment and maintenance of a workplace that fosters trust, equality, and teamwork. We provide all qualified applicants for employment and employees with equal opportunities for hire, promotion, and other terms and conditions of employment, regardless of their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin/ethnicity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by federal, state, and/or local law. Blue Origin will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the Washington Fair Chance Act, the California Fair Chance Act, the Los Angeles Fair Chance in Hiring Ordinance, and other applicable laws. For more information on "Know Your Rights," please see here.

Affirmative Action and Disability Accommodation

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