<p><strong>Mission Brief </strong></p> <p><span data-contrast="none">As the Director Launch Operations Canada, you will be contributing to our new launch site in Canada from the start by building a world-class operational team, establishing efficient operational processes and leading the team responsible for conducting launch operations of our Spectrum Vehicle once the site is operational. </span><span data-ccp-props="{"335551550":6,"335551620":6,"335559738":240,"335559739":240}"> </span></p> <p><span data-contrast="none">During the design, build-up and commissioning phase of our new launch site, you will be part of the project team as the main local PoC for operational aspects and supporting </span><span data-contrast="auto">design choices and implementations based on operational experience. You will contribute to the permitting and certification process for the facility and its planned operations. Additionally, you will be building the local operational teams.</span> </p> <p><span data-contrast="none">During the operational phase, you will be leading the local technical and operational teams. You will be playing a crucial role in managing work packages, resources, timelines and interfaces to internal and external stakeholders.</span> </p> <p><span data-contrast="none">This position is based in Canso, Nova Scotia. During the initial launch site development phase, flexible working arrangements may be required. The role includes an extended onboarding and training period at our headquarters in Germany or at our launch site in Norway, before transitioning to Canso as local operations are established.</span> </p> <p>Your Role in Our Space Mission: </p> <p><span data-contrast="none">During Launch Site development phase:</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335551550":6,"335551620":6,"335559740":360}"> </span></p> <ul> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Serve as the primary project interface to the launch site operator for all local ground operation topics</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335551550":6,"335551620":6,"335559740":360}"> </span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Follow established launch operations processes in Germany and Norway </span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335551550":6,"335551620":6,"335559685":720,"335559737":0,"335559738":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":360,"335559991":360}"> </span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Establish efficient processes and interfaces for operations and resource management together with Isar's global launch operations team and the launch site operator</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335551550":6,"335551620":6,"335559740":360}"> </span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Support permitting process and compliance to legal frameworks</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335551550":6,"335551620":6,"335559740":360}"> </span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Support infrastructure design choices and implementations based on operational experience</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335551550":6,"335551620":6,"335559740":360}"> </span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Build the Launch Operations Canada organization, hire the operational and technical teams</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335551550":6,"335551620":6,"335559740":360}"> </span></li> </ul> <p><span data-contrast="auto">During operational phase:</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233279":true,"201341983":0,"335551550":6,"335551620":6,"335559740":360}"> </span></p> <ul> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Lead the local operations team by setting clear objectives and priorities, fostering a culture of safety, accountability and collaboration, and supporting team members through regular feedback, coaching and development.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335551550":6,"335551620":6,"335559740":360}"> </span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Assure training and maintaining qualification of control room operators conducting launch operations in accordance with internal training plans and regulatory requirements</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335551550":6,"335551620":6,"335559740":360}"> </span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Assure operational readiness in terms of site, equipment and resources for each launch campaign</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335551550":6,"335551620":6,"335559740":360}"> </span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Assure operations are prepared, conducted and documented in compliance to Isar’s quality and safety standards as well as with applicable safety regulations</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335551550":6,"335551620":6,"335559740":360}"> </span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Serve as the local PoC for all operational topics towards the launch site operator and other internal and external stakeholders</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335551550":6,"335551620":6,"335559740":360}"> </span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Develop succession, capability-building and workforce plans to ensure the long-term readiness and resilience of the local organization.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335551550":6,"335551620":6,"335559740":360}"> </span