Finance Manager, Space Systems

ABOUT ROCKET LAB

Rocket Lab is a global leader in launch and space systems. The rockets and satellites we build and launch enable some of the most ambitious and vital space missions globally supporting scientific exploration Earth observation and missions to combat climate change national security and exciting new technology demonstrations. Our Electron rocket has provided reliable access to orbit since 2018 becoming one of the most frequently launched rockets in the world. Neutron will be our next rocket on the launch pad an advanced 13tonne payload class reusable rocket to launch the mega constellations of the future. Our space systems business includes our extensive line of satellites and components that have enabled more than 1700 missions including the James Webb Space Telescope NASA Psyche Mission Artemis I Mars Ingenuity helicopter and more.

Join our pioneering team and launch your career to new heights!

SPACE SYSTEMS FINANCE

Rocket Labs Space Systems Finance team is the business partner to the global space systems segment. We provide everything from financial results to strategic analysis and everything in between in order to drive results and intelligent business decisions that are best for Rocket Lab our customers and our stakeholders. We are flexible problemsolvers working in a fastpaced environment and thrive under the challenge of supporting this dynamic hightech space company.

FINANCE MANAGER SPACE SYSTEMS

Based onsite at Rocket Labs Headquarters in Long Beach CA the Finance Manager is responsible for supporting the finance cadences and analysis for the space systems segment. You will work with the satellite manufacturing and satellite components teams supporting the financial reporting business cases cost models and other adhoc analysis. In addition you will drive many exciting projects to grow and advance the company.

WHAT YOULL GET TO DO:

• Become a strong strategic partner to the space systems segment providing timely and accurate financial information and recommendations to decision makers to make prudent business decisions.
• Support Rocket Lab space systems component businesses with the finance cadence; monthly financial reporting and analysis quarterly forecasts annual operating plan etc.
• Support development and maintenance of weekly and monthly financial reporting planning and KPIs.
• Take point on various exciting confidential business studies and adhoc analysis including detailed project ROI analysis

YOULL BRING THESE QUALIFICATIONS:

• 8 years of finance experience in a manufacturing company/environment and a bachelors degree or equivalent years of work experience (12 years total experience)
• Indepth experience with ERP financial systems and modeling
• Expertise in the Microsoft Office Suite especially with Excel
• Demonstrated experience implementing value add to the financial business process
• Willingness to travel if necessary

THESE QUALIFICATIONS WOULD BE NICE TO HAVE:

• Ability to take initiative and lead efforts with minimal instruction
• Prior experience in aerospace company with knowledge of space industry
• Experience in LN OneStream Adaptive Oracle
• Excellent communication skills and crossfunctional business partner experience
• Ability to translate financial results to operations language and drive results
• MBA or similar finance/accounting related degree
• High attention to detail and accuracy of analysis (100% FPY)

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision distance vision peripheral vision depth perception and the ability to focus.
• Regularly required to sit use hands and fingers operate computer keyboard and controls and communicate verbally and in writing.
• Must be physically able to commute to buildings
• Occasional exposure to dust fumes and moderate levels of noise.

WHAT TO EXPECT

Were on a mission to unlock the potential of space to improve life on Earth but thats not an easy task. It takes hard work determination relentless innovation teamwork grit and an unwavering commitment to achieving what others often deem impossible. Our people outthink outwork and outpace. We pride ourselves on having each others backs checking our egos at the door and rolling up our sleeves on all tasks big and small. We thrive under pressure work to tight deadlines and our focus is always on how we can deliver rather than dwelling on the challenges that stand in the way.

Important information:

FOR CANDIDATES SEEKING TO WORK IN US OFFICES ONLY:

To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) Rocket Lab Employees must be a U.S. citizen lawful U.S. permanent resident (i.e. current Green Card holder) or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State and/or the U.S. Department of Commerce as applicable. Learn more about ITAR here.

Rocket Lab provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race color religion age sex national origin disability status genetics protected veteran status sexual orientation gender identity or expression or any other characteristic protected by federal state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment at Rocket Lab including recruiting hiring placement promotion termination layoff recall transfer leaves of absence compensation and training.

Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for the application/interview process for a job in the United States should contact Giulia Johnson at This dedicated resource is intended solely to assist job seekers with disabilities whose disability prevents them from being able to apply/interview. Only messages left for this purpose will be considered. A response to your request may take up to two business days.

FOR CANDIDATES SEEKING TO WORK IN NEW ZEALAND OFFICES ONLY:

For security reasons background checks will be undertaken prior to any employment offers being made to an applicant. These checks will include nationality checks as it is a requirement of this position that you be eligible to access equipment and data regulated by the United States International Traffic in Arms Regulations.

Under these Regulations you may be ineligible for this role if you do not hold citizenship of Australia Japan New Zealand Switzerland the European Union or a country that is part of NATO or if you hold ineligible dual citizenship or nationality. For more information on these Regulations click hereITAR Regulations.