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Business Operations Lead, Commercial Launch Sales

SpaceX
Full Timejunior
Hawthorne, CA$90k – $125kPosted 6 days ago

Job Description

<div class="content-intro"><p>SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of&nbsp;enabling human life on Mars.</p></div><p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">BUSINESS OPERATIONS LEAD, COMMERCIAL LAUNCH</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}">&nbsp;<strong>SALES</strong></span></p> <p><span data-contrast="auto">The Commercial Launch Sales Team is responsible for selling launch services to new and existing customers including satellite operators and manufacturers, foreign governments, private astronauts, and space exploration pioneers. As the Business Operations Lead, you will report to the Director of Commercial Sales. You will lead market forecasting and competitive intelligence and will drive process automation across the team. You will work closely with our engineering teams to shape product direction to align with future customer needs. SpaceX evolves rapidly, and you’ll be a critical asset to the team as you collectively advance our presence in the launch market across the galaxy.</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}">&nbsp;</span></p> <p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">RESPONSIBILITIES: </span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:120,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}">&nbsp;</span></p> <ul> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Create compelling communications materials in support of our efforts to increase access to space and our position as an industry leader</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:120,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Utilize technical tools (Python, SQL, etc.) to define and develop sales-specific metrics and dashboards that track pre-sales performance and post-sales health</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Integrate with sales, finance, and customer success teams to&nbsp;identify&nbsp;initiatives for improvement of SpaceX’s business outlook, including developing, tracking, and executing business initiatives with SpaceX’s leadership</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:120,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Engage SpaceX leadership with quantitative and qualitative updates on performance and opportunities</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:120,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Create and&nbsp;maintain&nbsp;a database of technical competitive intel to ensure sales leads are well informed when developing competitive analyses</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:120,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Support all sales directors with their respective regions and clients, pitching in wherever needed</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:120,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Build, maintain, and improve data models, forecast models, dashboards, and data pipelines </span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:120,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}">&nbsp;</span></li> </ul> <p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">BASIC QUALIFICATIONS: </span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:120,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}">&nbsp;</span></p> <ul> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Bachelor's degree&nbsp;in&nbsp;a technical&nbsp;or business discipline&nbsp;</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:120,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">3+ years of experience in&nbsp;consulting,&nbsp;engineering, product management, operations, FP&amp;A, banking,&nbsp;and/or entrepreneurship</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:120,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}">&nbsp;</span></li> </ul> <p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE: </span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:120,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}">&nbsp;</span></p> <ul> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Strong background in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:120,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Excellent analytical skills (e.g.&nbsp;Python, SQL, Tableau, Power BI, Power Query, Microsoft Office applications, Excel modeling, or similar data manipulation tools etc.)</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:120,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Ability to work effectively in a dynamic environment with changing needs and requirements</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:120,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Bias toward action and automation</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:120,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills, preferably in a team environment</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:120,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Strong written and verbal communication skills, particularly with senior business leaders</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:120,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Demonstrated success driving tangible impact/influencing within a broader organization</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:120,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Strong understanding of launch vehicles, satellites, and/or the aerospace market&nbsp;&nbsp;</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}">&nbsp;</span></li> </ul> <p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: </span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:120,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}">&nbsp;</span></p> <ul> <li><span data-contrast="auto">This position&nbsp;</span><span data-contrast="auto">is based in&nbsp;Hawthorne,&nbsp;CA&nbsp;and requires being onsite – remote work not considered</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:120,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Must be available to work extended hours and weekends as needed</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:120,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Willingness to travel to customer sites, other SpaceX locations, and events as needed</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:120,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}">&nbsp;</span></li> </ul> <p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:</span></strong> <span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:120,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}">&nbsp;</span></p> <p><span data-contrast="auto">Pay range:</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:120,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}">&nbsp;</span></p> <p><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:120,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}">Sales Operations Lead: $90,000 - $125,000/per year</span></p> <p><span data-contrast="auto">Your actual level and base salary will be&nbsp;determined&nbsp;on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience.&nbsp;</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:120,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}">&nbsp;</span></p> <p><span data-contrast="auto">Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package at SpaceX. You may also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of company stock, stock options, or long-term cash awards, as well as potential discretionary bonuses and the ability to&nbsp;purchase&nbsp;additional&nbsp;stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You will also receive access to comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, access to a&nbsp;401(k) retirement&nbsp;plan, short and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, paid parental leave, and various other discounts and&nbsp;perks. You may also&nbsp;accrue&nbsp;3 weeks of paid vacation and will be eligible for 10 or more paid holidays per year. Employees&nbsp;accrue&nbsp;paid sick leave&nbsp;pursuant to&nbsp;Company policy which satisfies or exceeds the accrual, carryover, and use requirements of the law.</span> <span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:120,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}">&nbsp;</span></p><div class="content-conclusion"><p><strong>ITAR REQUIREMENTS:</strong></p> <ul> <li>To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR <a href="https://www.pmddtc.state.gov/?id=ddtc_kb_article_page&amp;sys_id=24d528fddbfc930044f9ff621f961987">here</a>. &nbsp;</li> </ul> <p>SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with SpaceX is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.</p> <p>Applicants wishing to view a copy of SpaceX’s Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should reach out to&nbsp;<a href="mailto:EEOCompliance@spacex.com">EEOCompliance@spacex.com</a><em>.&nbsp;</em></p></div>

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