Chief Mission Operations & Readiness Director

Virgin Galactic; Truth or Consequences (NM); On-site; USD 154,900 - 247,750; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Retirement plans

Dental and vision coverage

Job summary

Virgin Galactic is seeking a Senior Director of Mission Management in Truth or Consequences, New Mexico. This role leads the organization accountable for planning and executing missions, requiring over 20 years of operational experience in mission and flight execution. The ideal candidate must have a Bachelor's degree in management or a related field, showcasing leadership in complex systems. The compensation ranges from $154,900 to $247,750 annually, coupled with a comprehensive benefits package, ensuring holistic support for employees.

Qualifications

• 20+ years in mission operations, aviation/airline operations, aerospace, or spaceflight operations.
• Experience leading complex operational teams with mission/flight execution responsibility.
• Strong background in mission control or command-and-control environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead the mission integration process connecting all mission elements.
• Own mission execution rhythm including reviews and post-mission analysis.
• Serve as the senior mission authority for decision-making.

Skills

Mission operations

Aviation/airline operations

Decision-making under pressure

Cross-functional alignment

Strategic planning

Real-time operations

Education

Bachelor's degree in management, engineering, or finance

Job description

Virgin Galactic is seeking a Senior Director of Mission Management in Truth or Consequences, New Mexico. This role leads the organization accountable for planning and executing missions, requiring over 20 years of operational experience in mission and flight execution. The ideal candidate must have a Bachelor's degree in management or a related field, showcasing leadership in complex systems. The compensation ranges from $154,900 to $247,750 annually, coupled with a comprehensive benefits package, ensuring holistic support for employees.