Business Operations Specialist
US$75,000 – US$90,000 / yr base salary
Posted 10 Jun 2026
Advertised as “Business Operations Specialist I”
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- Level
- I
- Expected experience
- 1–3 yrs
- Management level
- Individual contributor
| Base salary | US$75,000 – US$90,000 / yr |
|---|
Field of studyAerospace/Aviation, Business, Business Analytics, Economics, Engineering Management, Finance, International Affairs, National Security, Project Management, Science and Technology Policy, Spaceflight Operations, Space Policy (or related)
Study levelBachelor's or higher
Quantum Space is redefining mobility and maneuverability in space. Our high-mobility spacecraft platforms support national security, civil, and commercial missions with unmatched flexibility and propulsion capability. We build fast and iterate quickly.
Who We’re Looking For
We are seeking a Business Operations Specialist I to support Quantum Space’s leadership team and broader organization through business analysis, market and competitive research, strategic initiatives, and cross-functional operations.
This is an entry-level role for someone who is highly analytical, curious, organized, and eager to develop broad experience at the intersection of business and technology. The role will support projects such as market and competitor research, pricing analysis, M&A and strategic research, business planning, executive reporting, and other special projects, while also helping coordinate key business processes and leadership activities.
The ideal candidate is comfortable researching complex or unfamiliar topics, working with incomplete information, analyzing quantitative and qualitative data, and translating findings into clear, useful recommendations. You do not need to be an engineer, but you should be interested in technology and able to develop an understanding of technical products, markets, and concepts.
Where You’ll Make an Impact
Business Analysis & Strategic Support
- Conduct market, competitor, customer, and industry research to support business and executive decision-making
- Support strategic initiatives including market assessments, pricing and competitive analysis, M&A research, partnership evaluations, and other corporate priorities
- Gather, organize, and analyze quantitative and qualitative information from public, internal, and third-party sources
- Evaluate incomplete or imperfect information, identify relevant assumptions, and develop well-supported conclusions and recommendations
- Build analyses, models, comparisons, and decision-support tools using Excel and other business applications
- Synthesize complex business and technical information into concise presentations, reports, and recommendations for senior leadership
- Research developments across commercial space, national security space, government programs, competitors, customers, and adjacent markets
- Support ad hoc analyses and special projects requiring independent research, critical thinking, and sound business judgment
Business Operations & Organizational Support
- Collect, analyze, and maintain business and operational data, trackers, organizational information, and other decision-support resources