Chief of Staff / Director CEO Office

Help Build Europe's Hypersonic Capability   At Hypersonica, we’re redefining what’s possible in European defence technology. We exist to deliver speed, resilience, and technological independence at a pace that sets a new standard. We are a small, elite team working on problems that matter, and solving them fast.   By joining Hypersonica, you’re not stepping into a predefined role. You’re joining a talent dense environment where every individual shapes the direction of the company. Our philosophy is to hire a small number of exceptional people with broad, deep technical capability, strong judgement, and the ability to operate autonomously.   We hire for talent, not rigid boxes. This role represents a business need, but the way it evolves will be shaped by the individual. If you’ve achieved what others said was impossible, or you bring a unique combination of skills that doesn’t fit a traditional mould, we want to hear from you. The work you do here directly contributes to Europe’s technological independence.

What you'll do

• PMO & Business Ops: 
• Drive our thematic goals framework and make Hypersonica's output measurable. 
• Bring structure to resource planning and ensure goal alignment across functions. 
• Act as interface between executive management and operational teams. 
• Cross-functional Alignment: 
• Support the coordination between e.g., international subsidiaries (i.e., Germany/UK), including leadership. 
• Drive internal communication and cross-functional alignment.
• Partnerships & Internationalisation: 
• Support in establishing new (business) opportunities after first initiation by our CEO. 
• Navigate complex technology ecosystems and build strategic relationships with industry partners, customers, OEMs, and other key stakeholders across these markets.
• Fundraising & Investor Relations: 
• Manage stakeholder communications, board prep, investor materials.
• Strategic/ Special Projects: 
• Ensure execution of CEO-driven workstreams. 
• Run CEO-level initiatives, projects, and reporting.

Who you are

• 3–7 years in strategy roles (preferably in startups or high-pressure environments), tier 1 consulting, investment banking, or operations..

• Strong exposure to fast-paced or unstructured environments; ability to self-manage and execute independently.

• High ownership mentality and a bias for action.

• Strong analytical & organizational skills; can structure complex, ambiguous problems.

• Comfort working at the intersection of technical and non-technical teams.

• Ability to handle sensitive & confidential information with discretion & integrity

• German B2

• Willingness to relocate / be onsite in Munich

What we offer

• A mission driven environment with the opportunity to work on one of Europe’s most consequential  defence  challenges, with direct impact on sovereign capability and security.  

• Daily collaboration with top experts across engineering, operations, and  defence , with real opportunity to learn from the best, contribute, and grow.  

• High ownership and autonomy; no time tracking, no micromanagement , just  clear  objectives  and accountability for outcomes.  

• A  fast paced  environment where  good ideas  are implemented quickly, and feedback from test and flight drives real decisions.  

• A culture that values clarity, integrity, and excellence, and supports people who take initiative and push boundaries responsibly.  

• Competitive compensation and real share options aligned to responsibility and impact, not tenure or hierarchy.  

At Hypersonica, every hire raises the bar. We are deliberately small, intensely capable, and deeply mission-driven. If this role feels like a strong fit, or if you believe you bring something exceptional that goes beyond the description, we encourage you to apply.   Hypersonica is an equal-opportunity employer and assesses candidates solely on merit, capability, and potential.   You can apply directly to this role or reach out to Nathan Sweeney, Head of Talent. We review every application and aim to respond to all candidates within two weeks, whether the answer is yes or no.