Business Operations Associate

Auriga Space • Full-time • Los Angeles Metropolitan Area, US • 3w ago

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 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

Ensure the team can operate efficiently by making sure they have the tools, resources, and support they need.
Manage office operations, supplies, vendor relationships, and workspace coordination.
Handle onboarding for new employees and support questions related to benefits and HR processes.
Serve as the first point of contact for operations-related questions and proactively resolve issues.
Support purchasing, vendor management, shipping and receiving, and asset tracking.
Assist with project management across internal initiatives, helping teams maintain schedules and momentum.
Support marketing initiatives, including coordinating events, preparing materials, and vendor coordination.
Assist with planning and logistics for company events, team-building activities, and culture / employee experience efforts.
Contribute to strategic initiatives such as identifying and evaluating future test sites and planning office expansion.

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.