Orb Aerospace · 18 hours ago
Contracts and Finance Lead
Lowell, MI
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$80K/yr - $120K/yrOrb Aerospace is focused on building the World’s Humanitarian Air Force by turning autonomous aircraft into infrastructure. The Contracts and Finance Lead will play a crucial role in financial leadership, contract management, and operational finance to support the company's growth and mission.
AerospaceAir TransportationManufacturing
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Lead financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and cash-flow management
Develop long-term financial models to support growth strategy, capital planning, and program execution
Partner with the CEO and CFO on runway management, capital allocation, and board/investor communications
Support fundraising activities including diligence materials, financial models, and investor reporting
Oversee accounting operations, financial close, and GAAP-compliant reporting
Manage external accounting firms, auditors, and tax advisors
Ensure compliance with applicable regulations (e.g., government cost allowability, audit readiness, internal controls)
Own the full contract lifecycle including review, negotiation, execution, and administration
Support commercial, government, and strategic partnership contracts (e.g., NDAs, MSAs, SOWs, purchase orders, and government-funded agreements)
Partner with business development and legal counsel to evaluate contract terms, financial exposure, and risk
Track contract performance, milestones, invoicing, and revenue recognition
Ensure alignment between contract obligations and financial forecasts
Establish systems and processes for purchasing, vendor management, and program cost tracking
Monitor program margins, cost performance, and contract profitability
Support pricing strategy and proposal development for new customer and government opportunities
Build scalable finance and contracts processes as the company grows
Hire and mentor finance and contracts team members over time
Implement financial systems and tools appropriate for a regulated aerospace environment
Represent the Orb brand, service to others through aviation, to customers and stakeholders
Qualification
Required
US Citizen or Permanent Resident
In-Person
Resilience, critical thinking, communication and a commitment to transparency
Exceptional organizational and project management abilities with a focus on execution
Advanced in Microsoft suite
Ability to obtain and maintain Secret Security Clearance
A genuine curiosity and desire for continuous learning and professional growth
Unwavering integrity and a commitment to serving others with empathy and purpose
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a knack for translating ideas into action
Benefits
Orb provides a monthly flat rate towards medical, dental, and vision
$500 flat rate for individuals; $850 flat rate for married/family
Medical, Vision, Dental, Short/Long Term Disability, and Group/Voluntary Life Insurance
Opt-In 401K Options (Pre-Tax or Roth) with a 3% Employer Match
Support in Getting your Pilots License and Ratings
Support for Continuing Education
Annual Customer Demos all over the World
Company
Orb Aerospace
Orb Aerospace is a manufacturing company that focuses on developing an electric aircraft to revolutionize the aviation sector.
Founded in 2016
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageTotal Funding
$4.5M2025-08-13Undisclosed· $4.5M
2024-10-04Grant
Leadership Team
Cody Copus
Chief Financial Officer
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