Business Operations Specialist I

Quantum Space is redefining mobility and maneuverability in space. Our high-mobility spacecraft platforms support national security, civil, and commercial missions with unmatched flexibility and propulsion capability. We build fast and iterate quickly.

Who We’re Looking For

We are seeking a Business Operations Specialist I to provide administrative and operational support across the organization. This is an entry-level generalist role for someone who is highly organized, detail-oriented, and eager to develop broad business operations experience in a fast-paced aerospace environment.

This role blends day-to-day administrative support with business operations activities such as maintaining organizational charts and team data, preparing reports and presentations, coordinating meetings and travel, managing shared information and documentation, and supporting special projects.

The ideal candidate is proactive, comfortable working across functions, and able to turn information into organized, accurate, and useful resources for the team.

Where You’ll Make an Impact

Business Operations & Organizational Support

Maintain organizational charts, team directories, business records, trackers, and other operational information

Collect and organize data and prepare reports, spreadsheets, presentations, and business materials

Support recurring business processes, operational reviews, and special projects

Identify opportunities to improve documentation, processes, and team organization

Administrative & Team Support

Coordinate calendars, meetings, travel, conference rooms, and team activities

Prepare meeting materials, track action items, and coordinate follow-up

Support onboarding, office needs, purchasing, expenses, and other routine operational activities

Partner across teams to proactively resolve administrative and logistical needs

Communications & Coordination

Maintain Confluence pages, shared resources, and internal documentation

Prepare and distribute team updates, reports, schedules, and organizational communications

Coordinate logistics and materials for project reviews, leadership meetings, customer visits, and company events

Ensure information is accurate, organized, accessible, and up to date

What It Takes

Bachelor’s degree in business, operations, finance, project management, aerospace/aviation, spaceflight operations, engineering management, or a related discipline.

0–3 years of experience in administrative support, business operations, project coordination, office management, or a related field

Strong organizational skills and attention to detail

Ability to organize information and maintain accurate records, trackers, and documentation

Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills

Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Teams

Comfort working with spreadsheets, reports, charts, presentations, and business data

Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment

Ability to work independently while knowing when to seek guidance

Professional judgment and discretion when handling sensitive information

A proactive, customer-service-oriented approach and willingness to support a variety of business needs

Nice-to-Have Experience

Experience supporting engineering, aerospace, defense, technology, or government programs

Experience administering Confluence or similar collaboration and knowledge-management platforms

Experience coordinating executive meetings, project reviews, or customer engagements

Experience supporting office operations, facilities activities, or employee engagement programs

What You’ll Get

Ownership – Take responsibility for the information, processes, and coordination that help teams operate effectively

Innovation – Help improve business processes, tools, documentation, and ways of working as Quantum Space continues to scale

Impact – Support leaders and cross-functional teams by keeping information organized, communication flowing, and critical activities on track

Growth – Build broad experience across business operations, project coordination, organizational planning, and administrative support with opportunities to take on greater responsibility over time

Compensation – Competitive salary, equity participation, and comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, generous leave, HSA, 401(k) matching, and professional development opportunities

Location: Rockville, MD

Base Salary: $65,000 - $80,000

The salary range for this role is an estimate based on a wide range of compensation factors. Actual salary offer may vary based on (but not limited to) work experience, education and/or training, critical skills, and/or business considerations. Highly competitive equity grants are included in the majority of full time offers; and are considered part of Quantum Space's total compensation package.

Additional Requirements

To comply with U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), applicants must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident (green card holder), protected individual under 8 U.S.C. § 1324b(a)(3), or otherwise eligible to obtain any required export authorizations from the U.S. Government.

Apply now. Join us in building the next generation of spacecraft.