Chief of Staff - Space
$150,000–$180,000 year
HybridPhoenix, Arizona, United States or Buffalo, New York, United States
Job Summary
Chief of Staff to the Space Division Senior Vice President, coordinating the division’s operating cadence, governance, and strategic initiatives across multiple sites. You will synthesize information, present executive-level materials, align leadership priorities, drive cross-functional programs including portfolio optimization, and support transformation efforts. Responsibilities include managing leadership meetings and governance forums, translating priorities into actionable plans with milestones and owners, preparing executive communications and leadership updates, facilitating alignment across stakeholders, and mitigating risks to enable disciplined decision-making. The role requires independent operation, strong executive communication, governance design experience, and the ability to influence stakeholders in aerospace/defense engineering environments. A bachelor’s degree is required with a master’s degree preferred; at least ten years of relevant, progressively responsible experience; and a track record of cross-functional leadership and strategic execution. Relocation assistance is provided. The position is hybrid with multiple eligible locations (Buffalo, NY; Elma, NY; Gilbert, AZ; Phoenix, AZ).
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in business, Engineering, or a related field; master's degree (MBA or technical discipline) preferred
- Minimum of ten (10) years of progressive experience in aerospace, defense, engineering, consulting, or other complex technology driven environments
- Experience leading and influencing cross functional teams and managing complex programs, portfolios, strategic initiatives, or transformation efforts
- Proven ability to operate independently, synthesize complex information, and drive decision-making at senior levels
- Strong executive communication skills (verbal, written, and presentation), including experience preparing materials for senior leadership
- Demonstrated experience creating or managing governance processes, operating rhythms, or strategic planning activities
- Strong business acumen, including financial and risk awareness, with the ability to translate strategy into execution
- Ability to build trusted relationships, navigate ambiguity, and influence stakeholders without direct authority
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