Senior Director of Operations

Senior Director of Operations

Location: Playa Vista, California (in-person, five days per week)

Launch has changed the economics of space. Now it is time to return.

Outpost is building the missing infrastructure between orbit and Earth: reusable vehicles that can bring payloads back from space and deliver them to a precise location within hours. We call it exologistics—space-to-Earth logistics at planetary scale. This is not a paper concept or a distant roadmap. Our system is in active development, with core technologies advancing toward flight readiness.

The need is already here and the market has responded. We have validated demand through multiple defense and civil agreements, and a growing pipeline across government and commercial customers.

Outpost is building the logistics layer that makes space economically useful in a new way: the ability to move material from orbit to Earth quickly, reliably, and affordably. Over time, that supports point-to-point logistics – 10 tons of cargo, anywhere on Earth in an hour. It also creates the foundation for a reusable reentry network and enables new categories of space activity, including in-space manufacturing, supporting AI data centers, advanced manufacturing and novel materials.

We have a strong foundation, clear demand, and a technical path in front of us. Now the company is scaling rapidly. We are expanding the team, growing our operational footprint, and building the systems needed to execute at the next level. This is a chance to join a company with real traction, working on a problem that matters, at the point where execution and scale begin to define the outcome.

The Role

The Senior Director of Operations is a senior leadership role responsible for building, scaling, and optimizing the company’s operational foundation. This includes oversight of infrastructure, safety, compliance, facilities, IT systems, and internal processes.

This role is pivotal in enabling the company to operate effectively in highly regulated environments, particularly in support of government contracts. The Senior Director of Operations will ensure that operational systems are not only compliant and secure, but also scalable, efficient, and aligned with the company’s long-term growth strategy.

Qualifications:

• 10+ years of experience in operations, company building, or infrastructure leadership.

• Proven track record of building and scaling operational systems in high-growth companies.

• Experience overseeing multiple operational functions

• Strong financial, organizational, and strategic execution skills.

• Exceptional leadership and ability to operate at both strategic and execution levels.

Responsibilities:

Facilities & Workplace Operations

• Oversee all office and facility operations, ensuring functionality, safety, and compliance

• Lead site selection, buildouts, and facility expansions as the company grows

• Manage ongoing maintenance, vendor relationships, and workplace experience

• Ensure facilities meet all regulatory, safety, and operational requirements

IT, Security & Internal Systems

• Oversee IT infrastructure, internal tools, and enterprise systems

• Ensure robust cybersecurity practices and data protection compliance

• Work with the Director of IT to build scalable IT processes that support both internal teams and external requirements

• Partner with technical teams to ensure system reliability and operational continuity

Team Leadership & Organizational Development

• Lead and manage key operational functions, including IT and Office Management

• Build, mentor, and scale a high-performing operations team over time

• Foster strong cross-functional alignment across legal, engineering, finance, and leadership teams

• Establish a culture of accountability, operational excellence, and continuous improvement

Safety & Regulatory Compliance

• Build and maintain comprehensive safety programs and workplace standards

• Ensure compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local regulations

• Own and manage compliance requirements related to government contracts and audits

• Develop and enforce internal policies, procedures, and compliance frameworks

• Serve as the primary point of accountability for audit readiness and regulatory reporting

Government Contracts & Execution

• Ensure operational readiness to support government contracts and regulatory obligations

• Partner closely with the Associate General Counsel (AGC) to manage contract execution and mitigate risk

• Establish processes to meet strict reporting, documentation, and compliance requirements

• Align operational systems with contractual obligations and performance standards

Compensation:

• $170K–$200K, commensurate with experience

• Incentive Stock Options

• Annual Performance-Based Bonus

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

• Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance

• Health FSA with company matching

• Life Insurance

• PTO

• 401k with Company match

• Kitchen full of snack and drinks, and daily lunch stipend

• Dog Friendly Office

You must be a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 22 C.F.R. § 120.15 ,or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State