Head of Strategic Operations
Core
Build and run the CEO Office in Lisbon as the execution engine for ICEYE Portugal, managing operating rhythm, strategic projects, and cross-functional execution to support scaling AI-powered intelligence products and satellite operations.
Role type
Head of Strategic Operations (CEO Office)
Builds
Operating cadence, executive reporting, strategic project outcomes, and a senior team within the CEO Office
Domain
Space intelligence / Defense & Civil Protection / Satellite Operations
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | client delivery | infrastructure
Required skills
Strategy & operations leadership, cross-functional program management, financial fluency, executive communication, AI tool proficiency, discretion in defense environments
Preferred skills
Space/aerospace/defense sector experience, Portuguese public sector familiarity, top-tier consulting background, PMO/Chief of Staff experience, scaling organization experience
Technologies
AI tools for thinking, writing, analysis, and building
Responsibilities
Design and run the operating cadence (weekly rhythm, monthly reviews, quarterly planning/OKRs), own high-stakes cross-functional projects end-to-end, prepare board-level and leadership material, unblock execution across engineering and production, hire and lead the CEO Office team, handle sensitive government and customer information
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with executive-level ownership
