Business Operations Associate
Auriga Space
About Us
This is the opportunity of a lifetime. Auriga Space is revolutionizing propulsion by developing electromagnetic launch systems that offer dramatic advantages in cost, reliability, launch frequency, and responsiveness compared to traditional chemical rockets. Join us as we transform the future of propulsion for space and defense.
Role Summary
We are seeking a Business Operations Associate reporting to the Senior Business Operations Manager to keep the organization running smoothly and efficiently. This role is critical in supporting both day-to-day operations and long-term company growth. The ideal candidate is exceptionally responsive, executes quickly and precisely, and thrives under pressure. No task is too big or too small.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist in supporting day-to-day business operations to help the team work efficiently with the tools, resources, and support they need.
- Support office operations, including supplies, vendor coordination, and workspace logistics.
- Assist with onboarding new hires and help respond to routine questions related to benefits and HR processes.
- Provide support on operations-related questions and help escalate or resolve issues as needed.
- Support purchasing, vendor coordination, shipping and receiving, and asset tracking.
- Assist with project management across internal initiatives, helping teams stay organized and maintain schedules.
- Support marketing initiatives, including coordinating events, preparing materials, and working with vendors.
- Assist with planning and logistics for company events, team-building activities, and culture initiatives.
- Contribute to strategic projects such as researching potential future test sites and supporting office expansion efforts.
- Comfortable operating in ambiguity and able to adapt quickly as priorities evolve in a fast-paced startup environment
Basic Qualifications
- 2+ years of experience in operations, project coordination, or a related role.
- Highly responsive and able to execute quickly with a high degree of accuracy.
- Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple priorities.
- Calm under pressure; you can triage and move fast without sacrificing quality.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; comfortable working cross-functionally.
- Proactive problem-solver who anticipates needs before they arise.
- Thrives in a dynamic, startup environment where processes evolve as we grow.
ITAR Requirements
To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. More details on ITAR are available on the U.S. Department of State's Directorate of Defense Trade Controls website.
Auriga provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment at Auriga, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
