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Mission Execution Chief of Staff

Muon Space · San Jose, CA

Posted about 3 months ago · $194,000 - $227,000

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Is this posting real?

This role has been open
78 days
Muon Space's roles stay open a median of 78 days
Reposted
No
Salary listed
Yes
88% of Muon Space's roles list one
Ghost-job risk at Muon Space
high
113 stale, 2 reposted of 115 open
Hiring momentum
131 roles opened in the last 90 days
↑ up vs. the prior 90 days
Last confirmed on the employer's board
2026-10-24

Measured from postings appearing on and disappearing from Muon Space's own greenhouse board since 2026-08-03. Full hiring picture for Muon Space.

About this role

The Chief of Staff will partner with the SVP to manage the Mission Execution department, focusing on operational excellence and organizational maturity. This role involves designing and implementing operational processes, leading strategic initiatives, and managing stakeholder communications. The position requires a blend of technical understanding and strong operational execution skills to drive complex programs and ensure alignment with company goals.

Our read on this posting3.8out of 5
benefits
5/5
freshness
1/5
career value
4/5
role clarity
4/5
pay transparency
5/5

Scored from the posting itself — how clearly the role is described, how much it says about pay and benefits, and how recently it was listed. Not a judgement of Muon Space as an employer.

What you need

  • 10+ years in engineering program management, business operations in a technical environment, or management consulting focused on technology/hardware companies
  • Technical depth to critically evaluate engineering roadmaps and challenge assumptions
  • Proven ability to translate high-level strategy into scalable, repeatable processes
  • Operational acumen to diagnose complex operational challenges
  • High emotional intelligence and a demonstrated track record of influencing without direct authority
  • Outstanding communication skills to convey complex technical and strategic concepts

Nice to have

  • Experience in aerospace, satellite, or another complex hardware environment
  • Experience scaling an organization through rapid growth and/or integrating an acquisition
  • Familiarity with OKRs, leadership operating cadences, and program/portfolio management
  • Prior experience as a deputy, chief of staff, or comparable force-multiplier to a senior leader

What you get

  • Salary range of $194,000 - $227,000
  • Competitive equity grant
  • Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401k retirement plan
  • Short & long term disability and life insurance
  • Three weeks paid vacation for new employees

Worth weighing

  • Hybrid position requiring on-site work three days a week in San Jose, CA
  • Role involves managing high-impact, ambiguous initiatives without a clear owner
  • The position requires navigating complex technical and organizational challenges
  • No specific mention of team size or direct reports, which may affect role scope

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Listed by Muon Space on their greenhouse job board, last confirmed open on 2026-10-24. PitchMeAI is not the employer.

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