Chief Financial Officer

Job Description:

Who we are: 

 

EOI Space specializes in developing and deploying a network of satellites in Very Low Earth Orbit (VLEO) to provide ultra-high-resolution Earth imagery.  We aim to deliver timely and actionable data for commercial and defense applications. 

 

We are on our way to achieving many industry firsts.  This demands an ambitious team that revels in leaning into challenges, getting hands on, and working together.  Does this sound like you?  EOI Space is looking for an experienced and forward-thinking executive to serve as our Chief Financial Officer.  

 

What you will do: 

 

The CFO will be a strategic partner to the CEO and executive team at our private, growth-oriented company, driving sustainable expansion, financial optimization, and long-term success as we scale engineering, manufacturing, supply chain and sales/support operations. Emphasis on fundraising, VC/investor relations, budgeting, and planning.  

 

Responsibilities: 

 

• Lead fundraising (equity, debt, government); create investor materials (pitch decks, models, data rooms, cap tables); negotiate term sheets and structures for optimal terms 

• Cultivate relationships with aerospace VCs, institutional/strategic investors, and government funding sources 

• Serve as financial spokesperson for board meetings, updates, and due diligence; provide transparent reporting on KPIs, burn rate, milestones, and financial health 

• Partner with Board and investors on governance, BOD meetings, UWCs, equity actions, and strategic resolutions; deliver financial insights and risk assessments 

• Partner with CEO and executive team to align financial strategy with technical milestones via board-approved budgets, multi-year/rolling forecasts 

• Develop a financial model demonstrating profitability and ROI with scenario planning for extended runway, accelerated development, or scale-down options 

• Establish clear functional accountability and collaborate on resource allocation, variance monitoring, and corrective actions for fiscal discipline and growth 

• Evaluate investments/projects using ROI, NPV, IRR, etc.; prioritize opportunities, optimize capital, eliminate waste (while protecting critical R&D initiatives), and report KPIs to guide decisions 

• Manage engineering/R&D budgeting and controls to align spend with timelines and goals; implement cost controls and forecasting to avoid overruns 

• Build accountable finance team; establish processes/controls/reporting across functions; drive efficiency, cost reduction, and working capital improvements 

• Ensure regulatory/tax/GAAP compliance, internal controls, audits, tax strategy, and risk mitigation Implement business controls to ensure conformance to policies and accuracy/timeliness in financial reporting 

• Optimize corporate structure, subsidiaries, and entities for expansion, tax efficiency, and governance 

• Lead Finance operations (FP&A, accounting, treasury, cash flow); contribute to M&A, exits, and corporate strategy 

 

Required Qualifications: 

 

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance/Accounting/Business 

• 8+ years of progressive finance leadership experience, with at least 2 years as CFO or VP Finance 

• Proven track record in start-up or financial stabilization situations 

• Direct experience leading Series A or Series B fundraising rounds (100M+ preferred) 

• Deep expertise in cash flow management, budgeting, and financial controls in resource-constrained environments 

• Experience in aerospace, defense, deep tech, or hardware-intensive R&D industries 

• Exceptional communication skills with ability to present complex financial information to Board and investors 

• Ability to be hands on in small team environments without extensive staff support 

 

Compensation: 

 

The salary range for this role is $230,000 - $300,000 per year, depending on previous experience. Pay ranges are determined by role, level, location, and alignment with market data. Individual pay will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: interviews and an assessment of several factors that are unique to each candidate, job-related skills, relevant education and experience, certifications, abilities of the candidate and internal equity.  

 

Work Location:  

 

This is an onsite role to be located in Lafayette, CO. 

 

Benefits: 

 

The health and safety of our employees and their families come first.  In addition to competitive salary and equity, we offer medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance coverage, unlimited paid time off, 12 paid holidays, parental leave, and 401K.  The Company reserves the right to modify or change these benefits at any time

Location

Louisville, Colorado

Department

11101 - Finance & Admin

Employment Type

Full-Time

Minimum Experience

Senior Executive

Compensation

$230K - $300K