Mission Manager

The role

The Mission Manager serves as the primary liaison between customers and internal teams. This person guides customers through the satellite bus development process and manages complex projects.

What you will do

• Serve as the primary point of contact for customers.
• Provide frequent, clear, and comprehensive updates regarding satellite bus development.
• Coordinate deliverables across design, engineering, and manufacturing teams.
• Implement and manage project schedules to ensure timely completion.
• Identify and mitigate potential risks and roadblocks.
• Facilitate communication between customers and technical teams.
• Translate technical jargon into clear language for customers.
• Address and resolve customer issues or concerns.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of project management processes and tools.

Required qualifications

• U.S. Person status is required to access export controlled data.
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in technical project management.
• Experience in managing complex technical projects with tight timelines.
• Strong understanding of satellite technology, systems, and space industry trends.
• Exceptional communication skills.
• Experience in stakeholder management and customer service.
• Proficient in project management software.

Nice to have

• Advanced degrees
• Experience in the space, aerospace, or defense industry
• PMP, CAPM, or equivalent project management certification

Benefits

• Equity in Apex
• 100% company-paid medical, dental, and vision for employees and dependents
• $100k life insurance at no cost
• Starting at 15 days vacation, growing to 20+ days annually
• 10 paid holidays
• 100% match on first 3% and 50% on next 2% 401(k) matching
• 8 weeks paid parental leave
• Childcare reimbursement up to $350/day for work-related travel
• Daily catered lunch and unlimited snacks
• Monthly office socials, pickleball tournaments, run club, and gatherings
• Dream desk setup

Before you apply

• Must qualify as a U.S. Person (U.S. citizen, national, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee) or be able to obtain required export authorizations.

About the company

Apex manufactures satellite buses at scale using software, vertical integration, and hardware. The company is a fast-growing startup that has raised more than $500M in funding.