Who We Are:
Venus Aerospace is revolutionizing rocket engine propulsion. With the first generational leap in rocket engine technology since Apollo, our proprietary Rotating Detonation Rocket Engine and Venus Detonation Ramjets deliver historic efficiency and performance across aerospace applications. We are building the next generation of propulsion platforms that enable breakthrough capabilities in space, defense, and commercial high-speed flight. Our team thrives on solving the toughest engineering challenges and pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in aerospace. At Venus, we’re looking for bold engineers and innovators who want to make history and redefine the future of propulsion.
The Role: Business Performance Lead
The Business Performance Lead role supports a multitude of business performance initiatives across the enterprise. This role is directly responsible for work products including but not limited to process capture, design and implementation, system implementation requirement capture, change management and coordination between initiatives requiring program management.
What You’ll Get To Do
- Leads analysis of business process, systems, and workflows to build recommendations on efficiency improvements in the operating model
- Supports data model considerations during system and functional workflow design, building to future resiliency standards
- Designs future-state processes with input from key stakeholders focused on measurable ROI
- Supports the design and implementation of KPIs associated with process improvements (e.g., throughput, capacity planning, resource management)
- Implements process improvements and standards across enterprise initiatives
- Collects and manages requirements associated with enterprise system implementations, serving as primary liaison between departments and work functions
What You Have
- Bachelor’s degree
- 3-5 years of experience in a business analyst or business performance role
- Demonstrated experience in complex process design and requirements management, analysis, and executive presentations
- Preferred background in manufacturing or aerospace and defense
- Experience using basic analytics tools such as Power BI, Excel, or equivalent platforms
What Will Set You Apart
- Background at leading management consulting firms (e.g., BCG, Deloitte, KPMG, Accenture) or direct experience in manufacturing scenarios as a Business Analyst
- Experience working within AS9100 or ISO9001 quality management standards
- Background in manufacturing facilities and scaled manufacturing processes
Location:
This is a full-time salaried position with the flexibility of working remotely or from our headquarters located on the Ellington Air Field in Houston, Texas.
Benefits:
Venus Aerospace employee benefits include a 401(k) plan, stock options, and medical benefits, including dental and vision. We have a flex-Friday flexible schedule, unlimited PTO, and receive professional development opportunities.
ITAR Requirements
This position involves access to technology that is subject to U.S. export controls. Any job offer made will be contingent upon the applicant’s capacity to serve in compliance with U.S. export controls. To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be able to meet ITAR requirements (U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State). You can learn more about ITAR here.
Venus Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity Employer including Disabled/Veterans. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you have a disability and believe you need a reasonable accommodation, please email careerassistance@venusaero.com or call (281) 203-0027.This email and phone number were created exclusively to assist job seekers whose disability prevents them from being able to apply online. Messages or any other purposes, such as following up on an application, third party staffing agencies, website technical issues, or any other issues not related to a disability, will not receive a response. Messages will be returned within five business days.
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