Chief Financial Officer (CFO)

SyberJet Aircraft is an aerospace technology company focused on designing and manufacturing next-generation aircraft and aviation systems. We combine advanced engineering, manufacturing innovation, and cutting-edge technology to build scalable aviation solutions for commercial, defense, and emerging mobility markets.

We are entering a critical growth phase involving aircraft development, certification, production scaling, and capital expansion. We are seeking a strategic and hands-on Chief Financial Officer to lead financial strategy, fundraising, and capital planning.

Job Description

The Chief Financial Officer (CFO) will be responsible for building and leading the company’s financial strategy, with a particular focus on capital raising, financial modeling, and long-term funding strategy required to support aircraft development, certification, and production scaling.

This role requires a leader who can operate at both the strategic and operational level, working closely with the CEO, board, investors, and leadership team to secure capital and ensure disciplined financial management across complex aerospace programs.

The CFO will develop robust financial models, manage investor relationships, structure funding rounds, and ensure the company maintains the financial infrastructure necessary to scale aircraft production.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Modeling & Strategic Planning

Develop and maintain complex financial models for aircraft development, certification, and production scaling.

Model capital requirements, manufacturing ramp, aircraft program economics, and long-term profitability.

Build models for:

Aircraft unit economics

Production ramp scenarios

Certification timelines

Capital expenditure planning

Market expansion strategies

Provide financial analysis to guide strategic decisions, investment prioritization, and risk management.

Capital Strategy & Fundraising

Lead all equity and debt fundraising activities, including venture capital, strategic investors, private equity, government funding, and project finance.

Build and maintain relationships with institutional investors, banks, and strategic partners.

Develop investor materials including pitch decks, financial models, and due diligence data rooms.

Structure and negotiate term sheets, financing agreements, and capital structures.

Identify and secure government grants, defense funding, and aerospace development programs.

Support strategic partnerships and joint ventures related to aircraft production and technology development.

Financial Operations & Infrastructure

Build and lead the company’s finance organization, including FP&A, accounting, treasury, and investor reporting.

Implement financial systems and controls suitable for a scaling aerospace manufacturer.

Oversee:

Budgeting and forecasting

Cash flow management

Cost accounting for aircraft production

Program-level financial tracking

Ensure compliance with GAAP, audit requirements, and regulatory reporting.

Executive Leadership

Partner with the CEO and executive team on corporate strategy, growth initiatives, and capital allocation.

Present financial performance and strategy to the Board of Directors and investors.

Support long-term company objectives including aircraft certification, manufacturing scale, and global expansion.

Qualifications

12+ years of experience in finance, investment banking, private equity, or corporate finance.

Proven experience leading fundraising rounds ($50M+ preferred).

Deep expertise in financial modeling, capital structuring, and investor relations.

Experience supporting capital-intensive technology or manufacturing businesses.

Strong understanding of venture capital and growth-stage financing.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in aerospace, aviation, defense, advanced manufacturing, or hardware startups.

Background supporting aircraft programs, certification processes, or large engineering programs.

Experience securing government funding, defense contracts, or aerospace grants.

Previous experience as a CFO or VP Finance at a high-growth company.

Key Traits

Strategic thinker with strong analytical capabilities

Strong communicator with investors and board members

Entrepreneurial and comfortable operating in high-growth environments

Ability to translate complex engineering programs into financial strategy

Hands-on leader capable of building finance infrastructure from the ground up

Why Join Us

Opportunity to shape the financial strategy of a next-generation aviation company

Work at the intersection of aerospace innovation and advanced manufacturing

Partner directly with the founding team to scale the company globally

Competitive compensation including equity participation