Director Operational Excellence Jobs in Irvine, CA

At Turion Space, product operations is where strategy becomes delivered capability. The product organization sits at the center of how we turn an ambitious roadmap into fielded systems, connecting engineering, business development, and customers around a clear and disciplined set of priorities. As a Product Operations Analyst, you'll support the Chief Product Officer in developing product strategy, governance, and execution of the product roadmap.

This role keeps the product organization aligned and moving. You'll build the planning processes, performance analysis, and go-to-market groundwork that allow Turion to bring new products to market with both speed and rigor. Your work will give the Chief Product Officer and cross-functional leaders the visibility and structure they need to make sound decisions as we scale our portfolio of in-space servicing, space domain awareness, and orbital infrastructure products. This position is onsite at our Irvine, California headquarters.

Job Responsibilities

• Support the Chief Product Officer in the development of the product strategy, governance, and execution of the product roadmap.

• Organize product teams.

• Integrate product plans with Turion enterprise management systems.

• Drive product planning processes, bringing stakeholders together to align on product vision, strategy, and roadmap.

• Lead the development and execution of go-to-market strategies for new products, including market research, competitive analysis, and customer engagement.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including engineering, sales, marketing, and customer support, to ensure successful product launches and ongoing product success.

• Analyze product performance and customer feedback to inform continuous improvement and future product development efforts.

Basic Qualifications

• B.S. in Engineering or a related technical field.

• 3 to 15 years of professional experience in product development, analysis, or a relevant field.

• Demonstrated ability to structure ambiguous problems, build analytical models, and translate data into product decisions.

• Demonstrated understanding of the technical, business, and operational aspects of product development, including but not limited to:

  • Market research and competitive analysis

  • Product lifecycle management

  • User experience and customer feedback analysis

  • Data-driven decision making

  • Go-to-market strategy and execution

• Strong proficiency in MS Office, JIRA/Confluence, and other relevant product management tools.

• Demonstrated ability to develop software for analyzing large data sets, including but not limited to:

  • Data visualization

  • Statistical analysis

  • Machine learning applications for product insights

• Must be a U.S. Citizen (dual citizenship not accepted).

• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Top Secret security clearance.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience bringing aerospace or defense industry products to market.

• Experience leading customer interactions and gathering requirements to inform product development.

• Familiarity with software development processes and methodologies, such as Agile or Scrum.

• Understanding of how A.I. can accelerate product development and enhance product capabilities.

ITAR Requirements:

This position may include access to technology and/or software source code that is subject to U.S. export controls. 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.

Benefits:
We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package designed to support the well-being and professional growth of our employees. In addition to a competitive base salary and company stock, determined by factors such as job-related knowledge, education, skills, experience, and market demand, full-time employees are eligible for:

• Equity: Receive equity in Turion Space, letting you benefit from the company's success

• Health Insurance: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and their dependents.

• Retirement Plans: Access to a 401(k) plan with a 3% Employer Direct Contribution to help you plan for your future.

• Paid Time Off: Generous vacation days, personal days, sick days, and holidays to ensure you have time to recharge.

• Parental Leave: Paid parental leave following the birth of a newborn or adoption.

• Emotional Wellbeing: A no-cost Employee Assistance Program (EAP) to support you and your household’s emotional health and wellbeing.

• Professional Development: Opportunities for ongoing internal training, workshops, and courses to advance your skills and career growth.

• Team Building Activities: Regular social events, team outings, and company-sponsored activities to foster a positive work environment.

We are dedicated to providing a supportive and enriching environment for our team members, recognizing that our collective success is built upon the well-being and satisfaction of each individual.

Turion Space is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with Turion Space is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.

Compensation Range: $175K - $250K