Operations Associate

Poseidonaero

San Francisco, CA

On-siteCareer-pivot friendly

Who this role is best for

Operations professionals with problem-solving experience will find this hands-on, high-ownership role in the aerospace domain.

Best fit for

Candidates who thrive in dynamic environments and enjoy taking ownership of ambiguous tasks
— “Willing to take ownership of problems even when there isn’t an obvious playbook”
Individuals with a background in logistics or operations who are excited about aerospace innovation
— “Excited about aerospace, hardware, and building an early-stage company”

Things to consider

The role demands adaptability to shifting priorities and varied responsibilities daily
— “priorities can change quickly”
Equity is offered, which may imply a long-term commitment to the company’s success
— “meaningful early-stage equity”

How to stand out

Highlight experience in unblocking cross-functional roadblocks with specific examples
— “Work closely with engineering, manufacturing, and business teams to unblock problems”
Emphasize your ability to handle diverse operational tasks with a focus on execution
— “The work will be varied. You might be coordinating a shipment one day, improving an internal process the next”

Pace · Fast PacedCollaboration · HighAutonomy · MediumDecision Impact · TeamLevel · Junior

Derived from job-description analysis by Serendipath's career intelligence engine.

What success looks like

Support day-to-day company and business operations
Coordinate shipments and improve internal processes

Typical background

Operations or business management experienceExperience in a fast-paced, startup environment

Skills & requirements

Required

Problem-solvingProcess ImprovementProject ManagementCoordination With Cross-functional TeamsAttention To DetailDependability

Preferred

Aerospace Industry KnowledgeEarly-stage Company Experience

Stack & domain

Problem SolvingAttention To DetailFast-paced EnvironmentAerospaceCargo Aircraft

About the role

Original posting from Poseidonaero via Ashby

ABOUT POSEIDON AEROSPACE:
Poseidon Aerospace is reimagining how the world moves goods. We build and operate full-size autonomous cargo aircraft; Heron, a seaplane, and Egret, a STOL aircraft; each capable of carrying two tons of payload over a thousand nautical miles. From remote communities to contested logistics operations, our platforms unlock a new cost curve for air freight, making it faster, cheaper, and accessible anywhere it's needed. Headquartered in the San Francisco Bay Area with locations in Washington DC, Oregon, and Maine; we're building something consequential.
Poseidon Aerospace is looking for an Operations Associate to join our team and help keep a fast-moving aerospace startup running efficiently. You’ll work directly with our Business Operations Manager and across the broader company, taking on the day-to-day operational work that enables our engineering and manufacturing teams to move quickly.
This is a hands-on, high-ownership role for someone who enjoys solving problems, figuring things out, and making things happen. The work will be varied. You might be coordinating a shipment one day, improving an internal process the next, and helping solve an unexpected operational problem at a test site the day after that.
What you’ll do
Work closely with engineering, manufacturing, and business teams to unblock problems
Support day-to-day company and business operations
Jump in wherever needed to keep the company moving quickly
Who we’re looking for
Organized, resourceful, and highly dependable
Strong attention to detail and follow-through
Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment where priorities can change quickly
Willing to take ownership of problems even when there isn’t an obvious playbook
Excited about aerospace, hardware, and building an early-stage company
Early-career and non traditional candidates are encouraged to apply. We care more about initiative, judgment, and the ability to get things done than a specific number of years of experience.
WHAT YOU GET FROM US
Competitive salary and meaningful early-stage equity
Relocation support if applicable
Employee Health Benefit Plans
6% Retirement matching
Flexible PTO
Free lunches, snacks, and a stocked fridge at our offices
AI tools and subscriptions
Even if you don't meet every qualification listed, we encourage you to apply. At Poseidon Aerospace, we value diverse perspectives and are always looking for talented individuals with unconventional backgrounds.

Source: Poseidonaero careers (Ashby)