Regional Director - Houston Office

Are you passionate about shaping the future of humanity's presence in space? Lunar Outpost, a trailblazer in space robotics and planetary mobility, invites you to join our team! Lunar Outpost has multiple rover missions to the lunar surface and is dedicated to creating a permanent human presence in space, while driving a positive impact here on Earth. We are seeking a Houston Office Regional Director to help us create the future of lunar surface mobility in a fast-paced startup environment.

 

As the Houston Office Regional Director, you will be pivotal in leading our Houston based team working on the Lunar Terrain Vehicle Services (LTVS) contract and managing our relationship with NASA Johnson Space Center (JSC). The ideal candidate is detail oriented and eager to contribute to the overall success of the company and the realization of our mission to enable a sustainable human presence in space.

 

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage the Houston office, ensuring alignment with Lunar Outpost's strategic goals and objectives
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders at NASA JSC and other partners
• Contribute to the strategy and oversee the Houston team’s execution on the LTVS contract, ensuring project milestones and deliverables are met
• Drive business development efforts to expand our presence and secure new opportunities within the space industry
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of operations and project management
• Represent Lunar Outpost at industry events, conferences, and meetings with clients and partners
• Monitor and report on office performance, providing regular updates to senior management
• Foster a collaborative and innovative work environment, promoting professional growth and development among team members

Required Qualifications:

• 10+ years of experience in a senior leadership role, preferably within the aerospace or technology sectors
• Proven track record of managing large-scale projects and leading high-performing teams
• Strong understanding of NASA operations and experience working with government contracts
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to think strategically and drive business growth
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Passion for space exploration and a commitment to advancing Lunar Outpost's mission 
• This role requires in-office presence in Houston, Texas and the office address near the Clear Lake area will be shared at a later date

Please note that the offer for this position will be contingent on Lunar Outpost Inc being awarded a contract pursuant to a federal Request for Proposal. You should not terminate your existing employment relationship or make any other changes until you receive notice from Lunar Outpost Inc that the contingency has been removed.

Lunar Outpost is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate against protected characteristics (gender, age, sexual orientation, race, nationality, ethnicity, religion, disability, veteran status.) We want all employees (including executives and HR) to treat others with respect and professionalism.