Requirements: English
Company: EVONA
Region: Paris , le-de-France
VP of Operations Global Infrastructure of Exciting Space Company
France (Remote Option Available)
About the Role
Were looking for a VP of Operations to lead the backbone of a globally distributed, high-tech infrastructure supporting a mission-critical industry. Youll be responsible for deploying, scaling, and managing a complex network of industrial sites and technical systems across multiple countries.
This is a leadership role where operational performance directly impacts global service delivery. Youll report to the CTO and collaborate closely with engineering and mission teams to ensure systems are robust, secure, and ready to meet tomorrows challenges.
If you thrive in fast-moving environments and know how to turn complexity into clarity, this role is for you.
What Youll Do
- Lead the global rollout and operation of sensor and radar sites from logistics and deployment to uptime and performance.
- Build and manage international teams covering field operations, maintenance, logistics, site management, and spectrum oversight.
- Make sure all systems hit high standards for reliability, security, and data quality and keep improving them.
- Oversee the flow of operational data to internal and external users, ensuring accuracy and responsiveness.
- Streamline and scale operations by introducing new tools, systems, and processes.
- Solve tough challenges around logistics, customs, and site setup working closely with legal, procurement, and finance.
- Feed real-world operational feedback into engineering and RD to shape smarter, more resilient systems.
What Youll Bring
- 12+ years leading complex operations across sectors like aerospace, defense, energy, telecom, or industrial systems.
- Experience building and scaling international infrastructure in high-growth, high-reliability environments.
- Strong leadership background able to lead field teams and technical ops with clarity and energy.
- Deep understanding of operational frameworks (ISO, ITIL, MIL-STD, or similar).
- A hands-on, entrepreneurial mindset youre just as comfortable digging into problems as you are building long-term strategy.
- Experience with site deployment, remote asset management, and global logistics is a big plus.
- Fluent in English (French is a bonus).
Why Join?
- Lead the scale-up of a global operations network that truly matters.
- Work with smart, driven people on problems that are shaping the future.
- Join a company backed by top-tier investors with strong momentum and global ambitions.
- Enjoy a competitive compensation package and room to grow.