Chief Operating Officer

Your mission Kreios Space is seeking a results-oriented Chief Operating Officer (COO) to lead the company's growth at a key moment of technological and financial expansion. This is a strategic and operational position with full decision-making authority to define and execute the company's technical roadmap, ensuring its alignment with commercial and financing objectives. The COO will work directly with the CEO and the rest of the executive team to scale the company, oversee key operations, lead hiring, and ensure regulatory and technical compliance with defined milestones. Your profile Your ProfileSenior professional with strong experience scaling teams and operations in startups or fast-growing technology companies. Background in aerospace, space, satellites or complex hardware-based environments. Previous experience in roles such as Head of Operations, Program Manager, Product Manager, Engineering Manager or similar. Proven ability to move from "doing" to "structuring" as organizations grow. Comfortable taking ownership of cross-functional coordination and decision-making. Fluent in English. Previous experience as a COO or C-level is not required — we are looking for a strong operator ready to step into this role. Specific KnowledgeHands-on experience scaling teams and operational structures. Strong understanding of satellite development environments, including engineering, integration and testing cycles (experience with satellites is a strong plus). Ability to implement and adapt methodologies and ways of working (V-Model, ECSS, Agile Hardware, Lean, Stage-Gate or similar). Project, product or program management in complex, multidisciplinary environments. Resource planning, prioritization and basic budget ownership. Familiarity with quality, safety and regulatory constraints in aerospace or industrial contexts. Interpersonal SkillsStrategic thinker with a strong execution mindset. People-oriented and team-focused, able to inspire, support, and align diverse teams while preserving Kreios' positive work culture. Clear, structured and assertive communication style. Strong decision-making and prioritization skills. Comfortable operating under uncertainty and rapid change. Ownership-driven, collaborative and accountable. Builder mentality: enjoys creating structure. Why us? Step into a key leadership role at a pivotal moment of Kreios Space's growth. Build the operational foundations of a next-generation space company. Join a company where technical excellence meets a strong, people-focused culture, and help ensure it scales as the team grows. Work hands-on with real satellite and propulsion technology, not just strategy decks. Partner closely with the CEO and CTO. Grow with the company,  both in responsibility and impact,  as Kreios scales. About us We are leading the development of the first air-breathing electric propulsion (ABEP) system designed specifically for Very Low Earth Orbit (VLEO). This revolutionary engine enables satellites to orbit between 150 and 300 km by capturing and using atmospheric particles as propellant.By eliminating the need to carry fuel onboard, we drastically increase efficiency and overcome the main challenge of atmospheric drag in VLEO. This disruptive technology opens the door to an entirely new generation of space services, from high-resolution Earth observation to near real-time communications.To achieve it, we rely on a team of professionals who are passionate, visionary, and committed to pushing the boundaries of what is possible. If you share this passion and want to leave your mark on the future of the space industry, we want to meet you.