Chief of Staff to the President

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Lanteris Space is a leading provider of comprehensive space technologies. We deliver innovative solutions to government and commercial customers helping them unlock the promise of space to solve problems on Earth and beyond. We address a broad spectrum of needs for our customers, including mission systems engineering, product design, spacecraft manufacturing, assembly, integration and testing. Lanteris Space Systems is a trusted partner in commercial and government missions, combining more than 60 years of deep mission understanding with reliable performance and longevity.

The Chief of Staff (CoS) to the President serves as a strategic partner and operational integrator, ensuring alignment of priorities, seamless execution of initiatives, and effective coordination across the Executive Leadership Team (ELT). This role acts as an extension of the Office of the President, driving focus, clarity, and momentum across the organization. This role is based in our Palo Alto, CA location.

The Chief of Staff will have significant ownership of external facing engagement/engagement coordination on behalf of President/organization. Will ensure calendar alignment and prioritization, cross-functional synchronization, ELT effectiveness, and site-level operational cadence. The role also supports team engagement initiatives and partners closely with the Executive Operations point of contact (POC) in Houston to ensure consistent executive alignment and information flow.

Key Responsibilities

Executive Partnership & Strategic Alignment

• Serve as advisor and thought partner to the President.
• Translate strategic priorities into executable plans and operating rhythms.
• Ensure the President’s time, focus, and attention are aligned to the highest-impact initiatives.
• Prepare briefing materials and follow-ups/action item tracking for key meetings.
  
  

Calendar Strategy & Prioritization

• Own strategic calendar alignment in partnership with Executive Assistant.
• Prioritize meeting cadence to ensure alignment with organizational objectives.
• Evaluate competing demands and make recommendations.
• Ensure meeting agendas, materials, and objectives are clear and outcomes-driven.
  
  

Executive Leadership Team (ELT) Support

• Track key decisions, action items, and cross-functional dependencies.
• Identify alignment gaps and proactively address friction points.
• Support execution of enterprise-wide initiatives driven by the ELT.
  
  

Cross-Functional Operational Synchronization

• Sync regularly with functional counterparts to ensure smooth day-to-day site operations.
• Ensure site-level initiatives remain aligned with broader corporate priorities.
• Partner closely with the Executive Operations POC in Houston for ongoing inputs, executive communications, and rhythm alignment.
  
  

Customer Engagement & Culture Support

• Support customer and external engagements, ensure alignment with Business Development/New Business priorities.
• Act as liaison to key executives/offices within the industry, representing President and organization as needed for communication/coordination efforts.
• Support planning and execution of team engagement activities, town halls, support leadership communications, and recognition programs.
• Help reinforce leadership messaging and organizational clarity.
• Contribute to a strong, connected, and high-performance site culture.
  
  

Special Projects & Execution

• Lead or support high-priority, cross-functional projects on behalf of the President/ELT.
• Conduct research, analysis, and executive-level reporting as needed.
• Step in to drive execution where ownership or alignment gaps exist.
  
  

Minimum Requirements

• Must be a US Citizen or permanent resident
• Ability to obtain a security clearance
• Bachelor’s degree, four additional years of experience may be substituted for a degree
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in strategy, operations, consulting, program management, or executive support roles
• Demonstrated experience supporting senior executives or leadership teams
• Experience operating in complex, matrixed organizations
• Ability to travel
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong business acumen with the ability to translate strategy into action.
• Exceptional organizational and prioritization skills.
• Strong executive presence and communication skills (written and verbal).
• High discretion and ability to manage confidential information.
• Proven ability to influence without direct authority.
• Strategic thinking with operational discipline
• Proactive problem-solving
• Strong cross-functional collaboration
• Executive-level communication
• Attention to detail with big-picture orientation
• High emotional intelligence and sound judgment
  
  

Success in This Role Looks Like

• The President’s time is consistently aligned to the highest-value priorities.
• Customer/partner engagements supported to align with company new business and strategic priorities.
• ELT meetings are focused, efficient, and execution-oriented.
• Cross-functional workstreams move forward with minimal friction.
• Site-level operations are well-coordinated and aligned with corporate strategy.
• Employee Engagement initiatives are well-executed and strengthen organizational culture.
  
  

In support of pay transparency at Lanteris Space Systems, we disclose salary ranges on all U.S. job postings. The successful candidate’s starting pay will fall within the salary range provided below and is determined based on job-related factors, including, but not limited to, the experience, qualifications, knowledge, skills, geographic work location, and market conditions. Candidates with the minimum necessary experience, qualifications, knowledge, and skillsets for the position should not expect to receive the upper end of the pay range.

• The base pay for this position within California is: $164,000.00 - $274,000.00 annually.
  
  

For all other states, we use geographic cost of labor as an input to develop market-driven ranges for our roles, and as such, each location where we hire may have a different range.

We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, health and welfare insurance, and 401(k) to eligible employees. More information on our benefits will be shared with candidates as they move forward in the recruitment process.

Additionally, this position is incentive eligible with a target based on contribution, company performance, and/or individual results achieved; the specific incentive plan and target amount will be determined based on the role and breadth of contributions.

The application window is three days from the date the job is posted and will remain posted until a qualified candidate has been identified for hire. If the job is reposted regardless of reason, it will remain posted three days from the date the job is reposted and will remain reposted until a qualified candidate has been identified for hire.

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To apply, submit your application via the Lanteris Space Systems Career page.

Lanteris Space Systems values diversity in the workplace and is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.