# Staff Mission Manager at Apex Space

- Company: Apex Space
- What the company does: Mass-manufacturing productized satellite platforms to accelerate deployment of critical, next-generation constellations. Backed by a16z and CRV.
- Company website: https://www.apexspace.com
- Type: Startups
- Level: Senior
- Location: Los Angeles
- Work setup: On-site
- Pay: $175K to $225K base salary per year (USD)
- Posted: 2026-09-23
- Apply by: 2026-11-07
- Apply: https://jobs.ashbyhq.com/apex-technology-inc/b63650df-9bc8-4549-81f8-5af5e37be6a1
- Page: https://www.1752.vc/careers/jobs/apex-space-staff-mission-manager/

## About the role

Apex is seeking a Staff Mission Manager to lead complex customer missions through the satellite bus development and delivery lifecycle. In this role, you will serve as a senior customer interface and drive execution across engineering, manufacturing, Supply Chain, Mission Services, and other teams.

## What they're looking for

- U.S. Person status is required as this position needs to access export controlled data
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, or a related field. Advanced degrees are a plus
- 10+ years of experience in technical program, project, mission, or systems management, preferably in the space, aerospace, or defense industry
- Active Top Secret or Top Secret/SCI clearance desired, but not required
- Demonstrated experience independently leading complex, technically sophisticated programs with significant customer, schedule, and execution requirements
- Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and drive execution across engineering, manufacturing, supply chain, and other functions without direct authority

Tags: Mission Services