Financial Analyst Principal - Lunar
Listed on 2026-07-08
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Finance & Banking
Corporate Finance, Financial Reporting, Financial Analyst, Financial Manager
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
- 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.
- 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: $ - $
Other site ranges may differ.
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