About the job
Join us at The Exploration Company, where we are pioneering the development and operation of Nyx, a revolutionary modular and reusable space orbital vehicle designed to be refueled in orbit and capable of transporting cargo, with potential for human travel in the future.
As we expand our operations, we are on the lookout for a dynamic Executive Assistant (Chief of Staff) who will collaborate closely with our Chief Program Officer to enhance performance, governance, and operational excellence across the NYX program.
Role Overview
This position transcends traditional executive support roles. As the Executive Assistant to the Chief Program Officer, you will serve as a strategic partner at the core of the NYX program.
Your responsibilities will include coordinating intricate, cross-functional activities across various departments including engineering, AIT, supply chain, finance, and corporate functions, ensuring alignment, monitoring performance, and facilitating effective executive decision-making.
This role provides high visibility and significant interaction with senior leadership within one of Europe’s most ambitious space programs.
Key Responsibilities
Program Governance & Performance
Assist the Chief Program Officer in managing costs, schedules, risks, and performance metrics for the NYX program.
Coordinate executive program reviews, dashboards, KPIs, and reporting cycles.
Monitor key milestones, critical path elements, and mitigation strategies.
Ensure follow-through on decisions made at the Executive Committee level.
Strategic & Operational Initiatives
Lead initiatives that enhance efficiency and delivery performance within the NYX program.
Support initiatives aimed at cost control and enhancing competitiveness.
Organize and manage operational topics as directed by the Chief Program Officer.
Ensure alignment between NYX objectives and the broader company strategy.
Executive & Stakeholder Coordination
Act as a critical liaison between NYX program leadership, the CEO, and the Executive Committee.
Facilitate governance meetings across Engineering, AIT, Supply Chain, Finance, HR, Strategy, and Communications.
Prepare high-level materials such as presentations, decision documents, briefing notes, and speaking points.