Director – Investor Relations & Strategic Finance

Our mission at Skyryse is nothing less than a new era in flight, where fatalities are nearly zero, piloting any aircraft is simple and safe, and the sky is accessible to all. SkyOS, our industry-first universal operating system for flight, provides any airplane or helicopter with a fly-by-wire flight management solution that significantly reduces the complexity of flying. Skyryse One, our first production aircraft powered by SkyOS, was unveiled in 2024 and features the simplest, safest, and most intuitive flight controls in general aviation. 

DIRECTOR, INVESTOR RELATIONS & STRATEGIC FINANCE - EL SEGUNDO, CA  Skyryse is looking for a high-impact leader to join our team as Director of Investor Relations & Strategic Finance. This hybrid role is ideal for a finance professional who thrives at the intersection of capital strategy, investor storytelling, and data-driven decision-making. You will report directly to the CFO and work closely with the CEO and senior leadership, playing a key role in shaping our fundraising strategy, crafting our investor narrative, and driving corporate finance initiatives. This is an opportunity to help define how the world’s first truly autonomous flight system is brought to market—and how we tell that story to the investment community.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead the ongoing fundraising process, including outreach, diligence coordination, and materials development.
• Develop and maintain financial models, budgets, and long-term financial plans that support both internal planning and external investor discussions.
• Craft compelling investor-facing materials including pitch decks, data rooms, FAQs, and investor updates.
• Execute corporate finance initiatives including equity raises, debt structuring, and M&A evaluations.
• Partner with Finance, Legal, Marketing, Engineering, and Product teams to extract insights and metrics that shape the investor narrative.
• Prepare materials for board meetings, investor updates, and quarterly business reviews; own the IR calendar and communication rhythm.
• Track industry trends, competitor activity, and valuation benchmarks to inform company strategy and investor positioning.
• Support scenario planning and capital allocation efforts to help guide executive decision-making.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• 6+ years of experience across investor relations, buy-side or sell-side research, investment banking, venture capital, corporate development, or strategic finance
• Proven track record supporting capital raises, ideally at high-growth tech, aerospace, or mobility companies
• Advanced financial modeling and analysis skills with a deep understanding of financial statements, valuation, and fundraising dynamics
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to turn complex concepts into clear, persuasive messaging
• High emotional intelligence and executive presence; confident interfacing with C-level leaders and top-tier investors
• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting, or related field

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience at a venture-backed startup, especially through Series B/C or later
• Background in aerospace, aviation, transportation, or dual-use technologies
• Familiarity with software-hardware business models
• Strong network of VC, growth equity, or strategic investors
• Exposure to both investor relations and corporate strategy functions

WHY SKYRYSE?

• The opportunity to change the world through improving aviation safety and accessibility
• Valuable stock option plan
• Heavily subsidized medical, dental and vision plans
• Full-time employees are eligible for 20 days of paid time off (PTO) and 5 sick days annually.  PTO and sick days must be used in accordance with Company policy.
• A company with an ambitious vision, a dynamic work environment, and a team of smart, motivated, and fun to work-with colleagues!

WE WELCOME ALLSkyryse is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

NO AGENCY CANDIDATES WILL BE CONSIDERED.