Director of Business Operations

Los Angeles, California, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

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Aerospace, Defense, Manufacturing, BiotechnologyIndustries

Requirements

Candidates should have 10-12+ years of experience in business operations, strategy, or consulting, preferably in aerospace, defense, or deep tech startups. A strong background in leading cross-functional projects, familiarity with government contracts (DoD, NASA, SBIR/STTR), and proven ability to build scalable systems are required. Skills in data-driven decision-making, proposal development support, strong communication, and comfort with ambiguity are also necessary.

Responsibilities

The Director of Business Operations will architect and drive operational systems, processes, and infrastructure to support company scaling. Responsibilities include designing and improving company-wide operational systems, managing vendor and supply chain strategies, negotiating contracts, and overseeing regulatory and compliance programs, including ITAR/EAR. The role also involves managing multi-site facilities, developing operational dashboards, and partnering with the executive team on strategic planning, budgeting, and decision-making.

Skills

Business Operations

Strategic Planning

Process Improvement

Vendor Management

Supply Chain Management

Contract Negotiation

Budgeting

Financial Planning

Risk Mitigation

Procurement

Startup Scaling

Hardware Manufacturing

Defense Manufacturing

Inversion Space

Develops low-cost re-entry vehicles for cargo

About Inversion Space

Inversion Space develops re-entry vehicles that are designed to return cargo and resources from space at a low cost and with high frequency. Their vehicles enable the safe return of various types of cargo from low-earth orbit and beyond, making the process of returning from space as routine as launching into it. This company serves clients in the space exploration and commercial space sectors, generating revenue through service contracts and partnerships with space agencies and private companies. Inversion Space differentiates itself by focusing on the efficiency and reliability of its re-entry solutions, which are essential for the sustainability and growth of space operations.

Torrance, CaliforniaHeadquarters

2021Year Founded

$121.6MTotal Funding

SERIES_ACompany Stage

AerospaceIndustries

51-200Employees