Vice President of Operations

Quindar builds software to manage satellites like servers. We are seeking a Vice President of Operations to build the operating system, organizational infrastructure, and business processes that turn company strategy into execution as we scale across commercial and government markets. This leader owns business operations, strategy and performance, facilities, and General & Administrative functions. Facilities, Business Operations, and the G&A team report to this role. This is a hands-on executive role for someone who can build a function, develop its leaders, and drive execution across the company.

Responsibilities

Translate company strategy into company OKRs and functional commitments with accountable owners, deadlines, dependencies, and approved resources; Agree with functional leaders on KPIs and maintain a consolidated performance dashboard; Design and run the company operating model, including quarterly planning, leadership reviews, and decision tracking; Design and implement a company-wide model for cross-functional prioritization and decision-making at the leadership level; Partner with functional leaders and the VP of Finance to align workforce capacity, hiring plans, facilities, and budgets with company priorities; Help shape corporate strategy with the CEO and leadership team; Lead cross-functional planning and execution of GTM priorities in partnership with the CEO; Lead evaluation and incubation of new business opportunities, including Operations as a Service (OaaS); Lead the AI Business Operations team to build and deploy workflows that reduce manual coordination; Identify and baseline high-value workflows across functions; Build internal knowledge infrastructure such as a company data warehouse; Implement access controls, source traceability, and compliance requirements, including CUI handling; Own facilities planning, buildouts, workplace operations, vendor management, and procurement across unclassified and classified spaces; Maintain an integrated master schedule for construction, procurement, vendors, budget, and readiness; Deliver facilities infrastructure needed for classified readiness; Partner with Security, IT, Contracts, and program leadership on classified program and audit requirements; Lead legal operations and corporate administrative services; Manage outside counsel and coordinate corporate legal, employment, contract review, and policy matters; Own cap table and stock option administration with Finance and legal counsel; Maintain corporate records and board and stockholder approval workflows; Own SAM.gov registration, NSTXL and consortium memberships, JCP certification/DD Form 2345, and a centralized calendar of registrations and reporting obligations; Oversee export compliance program administration, including ITAR/EAR processes; Coordinate corporate insurance, business continuity planning, overhead efficiency, and operational risk management; Lead operational, legal, people, and corporate diligence readiness for fundraising alongside the VP of Finance; Support board materials and investor reporting; Partner with Finance on operating plans, overhead budgets, and investments for growth

Requirements

Experience leading operations at a growing technology company, with exposure to government contracting or another regulated market; Demonstrated success building teams, systems, and operating processes through a significant stage of organizational growth; Experience contributing to corporate strategy and leading cross-functional GTM or new-business initiatives from concept to launch, with a bias toward revenue and business outcomes; Experience across facilities, legal operations, compliance, or business operations; A hands-on track record of using AI, technology, and automation to improve operational efficiency; Familiarity with venture-backed company governance, equity administration, and fundraising diligence; Ability to turn ambiguous priorities into clear plans, coordinate executive peers, and hold teams accountable for commitments; Strong judgment about when to act directly, delegate, escalate, or engage specialist expertise; Eligibility for a U.S. Government security clearance (U.S. citizenship required); Applicant must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. lawful permanent resident, refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State (ITAR)

Nice to have

Active U.S. Government security clearance (preferred, not required at time of hire); Experience with venture-backed company governance and fundraising diligence; Hands-on use of AI and automation to improve operational efficiency

Benefits

Required 15 days off per year with unlimited PTO; Following most U.S. federal government holidays; Quarterly health and wellness benefits; Comprehensive health insurance for employee and family with 100% coverage for employees; 4% 401(k) matching; Quarterly 4-day company offsite