What Jobs are available for Chief Operating Officer in Austin?

Overview

VVater is America’s Next Water Company, delivering the future of purification through its award-winning Farady Reactor (CES Best of Innovation 2025, World Future Award 2025), proprietary ALTEP (Advanced Low Tension Electroporation Process), Advanced Dissolved Air Flotation, and Micro & Nano Bubble technologies. Unlike outdated chemical, filter, and membrane systems, VVater’s electric-field breakthroughs eliminate PFAS, microplastics, microorganisms, and other contaminants with record retention times, without toxic byproducts or costly consumables. With over 4.3B gallons treated and validation from global leaders, VVater is scaling into municipal drinking water and wastewater, DPR/IPR, onsite reuse for data centers, commercial buildings, and resorts, residential purification, and consumer health water, delivering a 60% smaller footprint, 40% CapEx savings, 80% OpEx savings, and 40% less energy use.

VVater, a leader in innovative water and wastewater treatment solutions, seeks a dynamic, execution-driven Chief Operating Officer (COO) to lead day-to-day operations and drive the scaling of our manufacturing and field deployment. Reporting to the CEO, the COO will shape and execute the operational strategy across manufacturing, automation, supply chain, project delivery, service operations, quality, safety, and administrative functions. The ideal candidate combines hands-on leadership, strategic program management, and a passion for operational excellence to thrive in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment.

• Operate the company day-to-day: establish the weekly/monthly/quarterly operating cadence (OKRs, KPI dashboards, business reviews), drive accountability across functions, and ensure commitments on safety, quality, delivery, cost, and cash.
• Lead end-to-end operations: capacity planning, site selection and build-out, factory start-up/scale-up, line design and standard work, OEE/TPM, Lean/Six Sigma, and continuous improvement.
• Drive industrial automation and digital ops (PLC/SCADA, robotics, MES/IIoT) integrated with ERP/MRP, QMS, and CMMS for real-time visibility and traceability.
• Oversee project delivery from award to commissioning (FAT/SAT) and handover to service; own forecasting, budgets, risk registers, change control, and customer communications.
• Own service/O&M programs: preventive/predictive maintenance, spares/kitting, SLAs, technician training, and field quality—closing the loop to product and process updates.
• Partner with the CFO on operating plans, budgets, and cash; manage OpEx/CapEx, inventory turns, and cost-reduction roadmaps; present performance and investment cases to the CEO/board.
• Lead supply chain and S&OP: strategic sourcing, contracts, vendor development and scorecards, logistics/fulfillment, and risk mitigation across critical parts and equipment.
• Ensure quality and compliance: implement ISO-aligned QMS practices, manage nonconformance and corrective actions, and uphold applicable safety and environmental requirements.
• Coordinate G&A enablers: partner with HR on workforce planning and org design; with IT/Security on systems reliability and data protection; with Legal on contracts, risk, and compliance, maintaining policy, SOP, and audit readiness.
• Build, mentor, and scale high-performance teams and leaders; model a high-urgency, roll-up-your-sleeves culture that prizes ownership and bias to action.
• Perform all other duties as instructed by the company

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Operations, Business, or a related field; advanced degree (e.g., MBA, MS) preferred.
• 10+ years of progressive operations leadership, including 5+ years managing large-scale manufacturing or multi-site operations, with a track record of successfully launching and scaling facilities or programs.
• Expertise in process optimization methodologies (e.g., Lean, Six Sigma, TPM) and program/project management, from strategy development to execution and commissioning.
• Proven experience integrating automation, robotics, or digital operations (e.g., ERP, MES, or similar systems) to drive efficiency and scalability.
• Familiarity with water/wastewater, process industries, or engineered product sectors, with strong knowledge of commissioning, field deployment, or service operations.
• Strong financial acumen, with demonstrated success in improving throughput, cost efficiency, quality, delivery, and cash flow; exceptional leadership and communication skills to thrive in a fast-paced, growth-driven environment.
• Ability to build and lead diverse, high-performing teams, fostering a culture of accountability, innovation, and collaboration.
• As part of our process to ensure a comprehensive evaluation of all applicants, assessment tests are required as part of our recruitment process. If you elect not to participate in completing the assessment tests, your application will not progress to the next stage or be considered during evaluation.

Overview

VVater is America’s Next Water Company, delivering the future of purification through its award-winning Farady Reactor (CES Best of Innovation 2025, World Future Award 2025), proprietary ALTEP (Advanced Low Tension Electroporation Process), Advanced Dissolved Air Flotation, and Micro & Nano Bubble technologies. Unlike outdated chemical, filter, and membrane systems, VVater’s electric-field breakthroughs eliminate PFAS, microplastics, microorganisms, and other contaminants with record retention times, without toxic byproducts or costly consumables. With over 4.3B gallons treated and validation from global leaders, VVater is scaling into municipal drinking water and wastewater, DPR/IPR, onsite reuse for data centers, commercial buildings, and resorts, residential purification, and consumer health water, delivering a 60% smaller footprint, 40% CapEx savings, 80% OpEx savings, and 40% less energy use.

VVater, a leader in innovative water and wastewater treatment solutions, seeks a dynamic, execution-driven Chief Operating Officer (COO) to lead day-to-day operations and drive the scaling of our manufacturing and field deployment. Reporting to the CEO, the COO will shape and execute the operational strategy across manufacturing, automation, supply chain, project delivery, service operations, quality, safety, and administrative functions. The ideal candidate combines hands-on leadership, strategic program management, and a passion for operational excellence to thrive in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment.

• Operate the company day-to-day: establish the weekly/monthly/quarterly operating cadence (OKRs, KPI dashboards, business reviews), drive accountability across functions, and ensure commitments on safety, quality, delivery, cost, and cash.
• Lead end-to-end operations: capacity planning, site selection and build-out, factory start-up/scale-up, line design and standard work, OEE/TPM, Lean/Six Sigma, and continuous improvement.
• Drive industrial automation and digital ops (PLC/SCADA, robotics, MES/IIoT) integrated with ERP/MRP, QMS, and CMMS for real-time visibility and traceability.
• Oversee project delivery from award to commissioning (FAT/SAT) and handover to service; own forecasting, budgets, risk registers, change control, and customer communications.
• Own service/O&M programs: preventive/predictive maintenance, spares/kitting, SLAs, technician training, and field quality—closing the loop to product and process updates.
• Partner with the CFO on operating plans, budgets, and cash; manage OpEx/CapEx, inventory turns, and cost-reduction roadmaps; present performance and investment cases to the CEO/board.
• Lead supply chain and S&OP: strategic sourcing, contracts, vendor development and scorecards, logistics/fulfillment, and risk mitigation across critical parts and equipment.
• Ensure quality and compliance: implement ISO-aligned QMS practices, manage nonconformance and corrective actions, and uphold applicable safety and environmental requirements.
• Coordinate G&A enablers: partner with HR on workforce planning and org design; with IT/Security on systems reliability and data protection; with Legal on contracts, risk, and compliance, maintaining policy, SOP, and audit readiness.
• Build, mentor, and scale high-performance teams and leaders; model a high-urgency, roll-up-your-sleeves culture that prizes ownership and bias to action.
• Perform all other duties as instructed by the company

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Operations, Business, or a related field; advanced degree (e.g., MBA, MS) preferred.
• 10+ years of progressive operations leadership, including 5+ years managing large-scale manufacturing or multi-site operations, with a track record of successfully launching and scaling facilities or programs.
• Expertise in process optimization methodologies (e.g., Lean, Six Sigma, TPM) and program/project management, from strategy development to execution and commissioning.
• Proven experience integrating automation, robotics, or digital operations (e.g., ERP, MES, or similar systems) to drive efficiency and scalability.
• Familiarity with water/wastewater, process industries, or engineered product sectors, with strong knowledge of commissioning, field deployment, or service operations.
• Strong financial acumen, with demonstrated success in improving throughput, cost efficiency, quality, delivery, and cash flow; exceptional leadership and communication skills to thrive in a fast-paced, growth-driven environment.
• Ability to build and lead diverse, high-performing teams, fostering a culture of accountability, innovation, and collaboration.
• As part of our process to ensure a comprehensive evaluation of all applicants, assessment tests are required as part of our recruitment process. If you elect not to participate in completing the assessment tests, your application will not progress to the next stage or be considered during evaluation.

Overview

VVater is America’s Next Water Company, delivering the future of purification through its award-winning Farady Reactor (CES Best of Innovation 2025, World Future Award 2025), proprietary ALTEP (Advanced Low Tension Electroporation Process), Advanced Dissolved Air Flotation, and Micro & Nano Bubble technologies. VVater’s electric-field breakthroughs eliminate PFAS, microplastics, microorganisms, and other contaminants with record retention times, without toxic byproducts or costly consumables. With over 4.3B gallons treated and validation from global leaders, VVater is scaling into municipal drinking water and wastewater, DPR/IPR, onsite reuse for data centers, commercial buildings, and resorts, residential purification, and consumer health water, delivering a 60% smaller footprint, 40% CapEx savings, 80% OpEx savings, and 40% less energy use.

Job Description:

VVater, a leader in innovative water and wastewater treatment solutions, seeks a dynamic, execution-driven Chief Operating Officer (COO) to lead day-to-day operations and drive the scaling of our manufacturing and field deployment. Reporting to the CEO, the COO will shape and execute the operational strategy across manufacturing, automation, supply chain, project delivery, service operations, quality, safety, and administrative functions. The ideal candidate combines hands-on leadership, strategic program management, and a passion for operational excellence to thrive in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment.

• Operate the company day-to-day: establish the weekly/monthly/quarterly operating cadence (OKRs, KPI dashboards, business reviews), drive accountability across functions, and ensure commitments on safety, quality, delivery, cost, and cash.
• Lead end-to-end operations: capacity planning, site selection and build-out, factory start-up/scale-up, line design and standard work, OEE/TPM, Lean/Six Sigma, and continuous improvement.
• Drive industrial automation and digital ops (PLC/SCADA, robotics, MES/IIoT) integrated with ERP/MRP, QMS, and CMMS for real-time visibility and traceability.
• Oversee project delivery from award to commissioning (FAT/SAT) and handover to service; own forecasting, budgets, risk registers, change control, and customer communications.
• Own service/O&M programs: preventive/predictive maintenance, spares/kitting, SLAs, technician training, and field quality—closing the loop to product and process updates.
• Partner with the CFO on operating plans, budgets, and cash; manage OpEx/CapEx, inventory turns, and cost-reduction roadmaps; present performance and investment cases to the CEO/board.
• Lead supply chain and S&OP: strategic sourcing, contracts, vendor development and scorecards, logistics/fulfillment, and risk mitigation across critical parts and equipment.
• Ensure quality and compliance: implement ISO-aligned QMS practices, manage nonconformance and corrective actions, and uphold applicable safety and environmental requirements.
• Coordinate G&A enablers: partner with HR on workforce planning and org design; with IT/Security on systems reliability and data protection; with Legal on contracts, risk, and compliance, maintaining policy, SOP, and audit readiness.
• Build, mentor, and scale high-performance teams and leaders; model a high-urgency, roll-up-your-sleeves culture that prizes ownership and bias to action.
• Perform all other duties as instructed by the company.

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Operations, Business, or a related field; advanced degree (e.g., MBA, MS) preferred.
• 10+ years of progressive operations leadership, including 5+ years managing large-scale manufacturing or multi-site operations, with a track record of successfully launching and scaling facilities or programs.
• Expertise in process optimization methodologies (e.g., Lean, Six Sigma, TPM) and program/project management, from strategy development to execution and commissioning.
• Proven experience integrating automation, robotics, or digital operations (e.g., ERP, MES, or similar systems) to drive efficiency and scalability.
• Familiarity with water/wastewater, process industries, or engineered product sectors, with strong knowledge of commissioning, field deployment, or service operations.
• Strong financial acumen, with demonstrated success in improving throughput, cost efficiency, quality, delivery, and cash flow; exceptional leadership and communication skills to thrive in a fast-paced, growth-driven environment.
• Ability to build and lead diverse, high-performing teams, fostering a culture of accountability, innovation, and collaboration.
• Assessment tests are part of the recruitment process; willingness to participate is required for consideration.

Overview

VVater is America’s Next Water Company, delivering the future of purification through its award-winning Farady Reactor (CES Best of Innovation 2025, World Future Award 2025), proprietary ALTEP (Advanced Low Tension Electroporation Process), Advanced Dissolved Air Flotation, and Micro & Nano Bubble technologies. VVater’s electric-field breakthroughs eliminate PFAS, microplastics, microorganisms, and other contaminants with record retention times, without toxic byproducts or costly consumables. With over 4.3B gallons treated and validation from global leaders, VVater is scaling into municipal drinking water and wastewater, DPR/IPR, onsite reuse for data centers, commercial buildings, and resorts, residential purification, and consumer health water, delivering a 60% smaller footprint, 40% CapEx savings, 80% OpEx savings, and 40% less energy use.

Job Description:

VVater, a leader in innovative water and wastewater treatment solutions, seeks a dynamic, execution-driven Chief Operating Officer (COO) to lead day-to-day operations and drive the scaling of our manufacturing and field deployment. Reporting to the CEO, the COO will shape and execute the operational strategy across manufacturing, automation, supply chain, project delivery, service operations, quality, safety, and administrative functions. The ideal candidate combines hands-on leadership, strategic program management, and a passion for operational excellence to thrive in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment.

• Operate the company day-to-day: establish the weekly/monthly/quarterly operating cadence (OKRs, KPI dashboards, business reviews), drive accountability across functions, and ensure commitments on safety, quality, delivery, cost, and cash.
• Lead end-to-end operations: capacity planning, site selection and build-out, factory start-up/scale-up, line design and standard work, OEE/TPM, Lean/Six Sigma, and continuous improvement.
• Drive industrial automation and digital ops (PLC/SCADA, robotics, MES/IIoT) integrated with ERP/MRP, QMS, and CMMS for real-time visibility and traceability.
• Oversee project delivery from award to commissioning (FAT/SAT) and handover to service; own forecasting, budgets, risk registers, change control, and customer communications.
• Own service/O&M programs: preventive/predictive maintenance, spares/kitting, SLAs, technician training, and field quality—closing the loop to product and process updates.
• Partner with the CFO on operating plans, budgets, and cash; manage OpEx/CapEx, inventory turns, and cost-reduction roadmaps; present performance and investment cases to the CEO/board.
• Lead supply chain and S&OP: strategic sourcing, contracts, vendor development and scorecards, logistics/fulfillment, and risk mitigation across critical parts and equipment.
• Ensure quality and compliance: implement ISO-aligned QMS practices, manage nonconformance and corrective actions, and uphold applicable safety and environmental requirements.
• Coordinate G&A enablers: partner with HR on workforce planning and org design; with IT/Security on systems reliability and data protection; with Legal on contracts, risk, and compliance, maintaining policy, SOP, and audit readiness.
• Build, mentor, and scale high-performance teams and leaders; model a high-urgency, roll-up-your-sleeves culture that prizes ownership and bias to action.
• Perform all other duties as instructed by the company.

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Operations, Business, or a related field; advanced degree (e.g., MBA, MS) preferred.
• 10+ years of progressive operations leadership, including 5+ years managing large-scale manufacturing or multi-site operations, with a track record of successfully launching and scaling facilities or programs.
• Expertise in process optimization methodologies (e.g., Lean, Six Sigma, TPM) and program/project management, from strategy development to execution and commissioning.
• Proven experience integrating automation, robotics, or digital operations (e.g., ERP, MES, or similar systems) to drive efficiency and scalability.
• Familiarity with water/wastewater, process industries, or engineered product sectors, with strong knowledge of commissioning, field deployment, or service operations.
• Strong financial acumen, with demonstrated success in improving throughput, cost efficiency, quality, delivery, and cash flow; exceptional leadership and communication skills to thrive in a fast-paced, growth-driven environment.
• Ability to build and lead diverse, high-performing teams, fostering a culture of accountability, innovation, and collaboration.
• Assessment tests are part of the recruitment process; willingness to participate is required for consideration.

About Archetype Infrastructure Solutions

Archetype Infrastructure Solutions is a fast-scaling subcontracting firm specializing in structured cabling and low-voltage labor services for data centers and other mission-critical infrastructure projects. With operations spanning Texas, Arizona, Virginia, and beyond, we are on pace to generate $5M+ in revenue this year , with aggressive growth targets in the $0M+ range.

We support general contractors, integrators, and developers with on-demand labor, workforce deployment, and project execution — and now, we’re looking for a vision-aligned, operations-driven leader to help us scale to the next level.

The Opportunity

We’re seeking a Chief Operating Officer (COO) who has successfully scaled a $20M+ ompany in the structured cabling, low-voltage, or data center construction space. This executive will be responsible for leading day-to-day operations, workforce scaling, labor compliance, and aligning operations with our client acquisition and marketing strategy.

This is a high-impact, high-autonomy leadership role for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, hands-on environment and wants to build something that lasts.

Key Responsibilities

️ Field & Project Operations

• Oversee nationwide labor deployment for data center and structured cabling projects
• Manage job costing, project timelines, resource allocation, and profitability
• Ensure job sites run efficiently with high-quality results and minimal rework
  
  

• Maintain labor law and OSHA compliance across W2 and 1099 techs
• Build scalable operational systems using tools like ClickUp, Monday.com, Airtable, and QuickBooks
• Oversee time tracking, payroll coordination, and workforce documentation
  
  

• Partner with the CEO to scale operations in line with marketing and client acquisition
• Align workforce planning with inbound lead volume and market expansion
• Support digital campaign execution with operational readiness and market-specific capacity
  
  

• Build and manage a high-performing ops team (dispatchers, regional leads, project coordinators)
• Collaborate with recruiting, sales, and finance to ensure seamless internal execution
• Set clear KPIs and enforce performance accountability across departments
  
  

• 10+ years of leadership experience in field operations, construction services, or low-voltage labor
• Proven success scaling a $2 M–$1 0M business, preferably in data centers or telecom infrastructure
• Deep understanding of structured cabling project cycles, labor deployment, and compliance
• Track record of building SOPs, systems, and leadership layers beneath you
• Strong command of workforce planning, project profitability, and client satisfaction
• Bonus: Experience coordinating with digital marketing teams or agencies to scale inbound growth
  
  

• Seniority level Executive

• Employment type Full-time

• Job function Management and Manufacturing
• Industries Internet Publishing

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This role is responsible for various financial focused activities within our Servicing and Asset Management business. General responsibilities may include assisting with forecasting, metrics/KPIs, profitability, cost of service, pricing, budgeting, review of financial data, and accounting activities such as client billing and accounts receivable.

• Oversee billing accuracy and review analysis to ensure revenue is billed in accordance with contractual terms
• Serve as first point of contact for complex client inquiries, ensuring timely resolution and maintaining high standards of client service.
• Manage month-end close process, including account reconciliation, journal entries, and month-end financial reporting
• Assist with key performance indicators (KPIs) to support data-driven decision-making across the organization.
• Drive the design, implementation, and reporting of KPIs to support data-driven decision-making across the organization
• Develop and deliver various ad-hoc client deliverables and customized financial deliverables that support business development and retention.
• Provide strategic analysis and pricing insights and financial modeling to support new service offerings and client negotiations.
• Collaborate with accounting to research and resolve material discrepancies in financials based on operating knowledge of business and financial expertise.
• Perform ad-hoc requests and projects to support operational and strategic business decisions as needed
• Collaborate on departmental initiatives including but not limited to process documentation and system implementations
• Exercise sound judgment and discretion in matters of significance, influencing policy and operational decisions.
• Perform other strategic duties as assigned by senior leadership Prepare invoices, review contracts, and apply appropriate rates

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance preferred or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Experienced professional with 5+ years of industry and/or relevant experience, typically at a Senior Analyst or Analyst level role or external equivalent.
• 5 years of accounting work experience strongly preferred
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Chief Operating and Strategy Officer | Houston, TX

Chief Operating and Strategy Officer, Space Center Houston

Kittleman and Associates - Houston, TX, United States

Posted: 08/29/25

Space Center Houston (SCH) is a nonprofit science and space exploration learning destination with extensive education programs. The Center is the cornerstone of the nonprofit 501(c)(3) Manned Space Flight Education Foundation’s science learning mission and offers unique exhibits, space exploration artifacts, immersive experiences, public programs, learning programs for youth and adults, live presentations and hand-on activities that tell the story of NASA’s human space flight program from its beginnings to the challenges and opportunities of today, the evolving commercial space flight sector and plans for the future.

SCH’s 250,000 square-foot learning complex welcomes over 1.3 visitors annually, including more than 250,000 educators and youth through field trips and facilitated educational programs. Visitors from around the world enjoy opportunities to view more than 400 space artifacts and changing exhibits related to America’s achievement in space, as well as go behind the scenes on tours of JSC laboratories and research facilities, including the historic Apollo Mission Control Room; the Vehicle Mockup Facility, housing a full-scale engineering model of the International Space Station, astronaut training areas and a robotics laboratory; and Rocket Park, where a Saturn V rocket is on exhibit.

Space Center Houston employs approximately 300 full- and part-time staff and engages over 100 volunteers who contribute over 11,000 hours of service annually. The annual operating budget of SCH is close to $50 million.

As the Center has grown and become more complex, the need for a Chief Operating and Strategy Officer has emerged. This role, which is new to the organization, will be heavily focused on operations but this leader will need to be almost equally focused on strategic execution.Reporting to the President & CEO, and in partnership with the Chief Marketing & Communications Officer, the Chief Operating and Strategy Officer (COSO) will serve as the executive management leader responsible for devising, coordinating, and facilitating the key actions, activities, and initiatives that are critical in implementing the museum's strategic vision and facilities master plan.

The ideal candidate is a strategic, forward-thinking leader with a strong predilection toward action and a proven ability to balance big-picture vision with exceptional attention to detail in delivering results. They bring significant experience leading complex capital projects and campaigns, particularly within mission-driven, high-performing museums or cultural institutionswith annual budgets in excess of $0 million. With a background in strategic and operational execution and cross-functional leadership, this individual excels at aligning departments around shared goals and driving results across the enterprise.

Space Center Houston seeks a senior executive with proven senior management and leadership experience. This individual’s background and experience would include strong business management skills with broad experience managing a full range of operating departments and functions. Experience and achievement in managing large-scale capital projects is essential and a deep understanding of the space industry would be highly valued.

Space Center Houston offers a competitive salary and benefits package.The salary target for this position is around $3 0,000 and will be commensurate with experience. Additionally, there will be a signing bonus opportunity. The COSO is a member of the executive leadership team and as such will be eligible to participate in the Senior Management Incentive Plan, which includes a year-end bonus of up to 10% of earnings for the year based on individual and organizational performance. The Center offers strong health insurance offerings inclusive of medical, dental and vision. In addition, seven paid holidays, 60 hours of Paid Time Off per quarter and the ability to participate in the 403b retirement program.

This position does require that the chosen candidate is a United States citizen for security clearance purposes.

Space Center Houston promotes a culture of respect, inclusivity and collaboration. It is the policy of Space Center Houston to recruit, hire, train and promote staff on the basis of individual qualifications and merit without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, veteran status, disability or national origin. It is a policy to conduct our operations in full compliance with all laws and orders pertaining to fair employment practices.

Chief Operating and Strategy Officer | Houston, TX

Chief Operating and Strategy Officer, Space Center Houston

Kittleman and Associates - Houston, TX, United States

Posted: 08/29/25

Space Center Houston (SCH) is a nonprofit science and space exploration learning destination with extensive education programs. The Center is the cornerstone of the nonprofit 501(c)(3) Manned Space Flight Education Foundation’s science learning mission and offers unique exhibits, space exploration artifacts, immersive experiences, public programs, learning programs for youth and adults, live presentations and hand-on activities that tell the story of NASA’s human space flight program from its beginnings to the challenges and opportunities of today, the evolving commercial space flight sector and plans for the future.

SCH’s 250,000 square-foot learning complex welcomes over 1.3 visitors annually, including more than 250,000 educators and youth through field trips and facilitated educational programs. Visitors from around the world enjoy opportunities to view more than 400 space artifacts and changing exhibits related to America’s achievement in space, as well as go behind the scenes on tours of JSC laboratories and research facilities, including the historic Apollo Mission Control Room; the Vehicle Mockup Facility, housing a full-scale engineering model of the International Space Station, astronaut training areas and a robotics laboratory; and Rocket Park, where a Saturn V rocket is on exhibit.

Space Center Houston employs approximately 300 full- and part-time staff and engages over 100 volunteers who contribute over 11,000 hours of service annually. The annual operating budget of SCH is close to $50 million.

As the Center has grown and become more complex, the need for a Chief Operating and Strategy Officer has emerged. This role, which is new to the organization, will be heavily focused on operations but this leader will need to be almost equally focused on strategic execution.Reporting to the President & CEO, and in partnership with the Chief Marketing & Communications Officer, the Chief Operating and Strategy Officer (COSO) will serve as the executive management leader responsible for devising, coordinating, and facilitating the key actions, activities, and initiatives that are critical in implementing the museum's strategic vision and facilities master plan.

The ideal candidate is a strategic, forward-thinking leader with a strong predilection toward action and a proven ability to balance big-picture vision with exceptional attention to detail in delivering results. They bring significant experience leading complex capital projects and campaigns, particularly within mission-driven, high-performing museums or cultural institutionswith annual budgets in excess of $0 million. With a background in strategic and operational execution and cross-functional leadership, this individual excels at aligning departments around shared goals and driving results across the enterprise.

Space Center Houston seeks a senior executive with proven senior management and leadership experience. This individual’s background and experience would include strong business management skills with broad experience managing a full range of operating departments and functions. Experience and achievement in managing large-scale capital projects is essential and a deep understanding of the space industry would be highly valued.

Space Center Houston offers a competitive salary and benefits package.The salary target for this position is around $3 0,000 and will be commensurate with experience. Additionally, there will be a signing bonus opportunity. The COSO is a member of the executive leadership team and as such will be eligible to participate in the Senior Management Incentive Plan, which includes a year-end bonus of up to 10% of earnings for the year based on individual and organizational performance. The Center offers strong health insurance offerings inclusive of medical, dental and vision. In addition, seven paid holidays, 60 hours of Paid Time Off per quarter and the ability to participate in the 403b retirement program.

This position does require that the chosen candidate is a United States citizen for security clearance purposes.

Space Center Houston promotes a culture of respect, inclusivity and collaboration. It is the policy of Space Center Houston to recruit, hire, train and promote staff on the basis of individual qualifications and merit without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, veteran status, disability or national origin. It is a policy to conduct our operations in full compliance with all laws and orders pertaining to fair employment practices.

As the Strategic Planning & Performance Director (Revenue) , you will act as the strategic and executional right hand to the Chief Revenue Officer (CRO) , driving cross-functional alignment, operational efficiency, and performance visibility across all revenue-generating functions. Your mission is to ensure that the CRO’s vision is operationalized and executed effectively, bridging strategic intent with operational outcomes.

1. Strategic Execution & Planning

   • Partner with the CRO in setting revenue goals, OKRs, and strategic initiatives.
   • Coordinate and monitor execution of cross-functional revenue initiatives and projects.
   • Prepare revenue dashboards, business reviews, and performance insights for leadership.

2. Revenue Process Optimization

   • Align and optimize core processes across sales, marketing, and customer success in conjunction with RevOps organisation.
   • Ensure systems (Salesforce, BI tools, forecasting tools) support scalability and visibility.
   • Drive continuous improvement in pipeline management, forecast accuracy, and sales productivity.

3. Performance Management & Insights

   • Establish and track KPIs to assess the health of revenue streams.
   • Lead the cadence of operational meetings: pipeline reviews, forecast calls, and QBRs.
   • Identify bottlenecks and work with teams to drive resolution.

4. Cross-Functional Enablement

   • Facilitate strong collaboration between revenue teams and supporting functions (RevOps, Finance, HR, Product, Legal).
   • Ensure seamless communication, accountability, and delivery on shared objectives.
   • Act as a liaison to ensure CRO priorities are translated into departmental actions.

5. Special Projects & Change Management

   • Lead or support high-impact projects (e.g., go-to-market transformations, incentive plan design, tool implementation).
   • Support M&A integration activities, international expansion, or new product launches from a revenue lens.

• Experienced to work on a strategic level in revenue operations, business operations and business transformation.
• Proven experience working alongside senior commercial leadership.
• Strong analytical skills with comfort in data-driven decision-making.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and project leadership skills.
• Deep understanding of sales processes, SaaS metrics, and go-to-market motions.
• Experience with CRM (Salesforce), BI tools, and planning software is required.
• Able and willing to travel internationally.

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It is Lansweeper’s policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all applicants and employees. Lansweeper disapproves of, and will not tolerate, unlawful discrimination against any applicant or employee because of race, color, national origin or ancestry, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), gender identity, age, religion, disability, family care status, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal laws.