Job Description
- Department: CEO Office
- Location: Berlin, Germany
- Reports to: CEO, ICEYE Germany
- Employment type: Permanent
- Working type: Hybrid
- Employment is subject to applicable security screening (incl. SUPO, where required)
About ICEYE Germany
ICEYE delivers mission-critical synthetic aperture radar (SAR) satellite data and analytics to commercial and government customers worldwide. ICEYE Germany is a national office focused on GeoInt, Tactical ISR, managed services and government engagement.
Role summary
The StratOps Lead is the operational accelerator for ICEYE Germany. You will build a highly effective country operations function for capacity building and managed-service delivery to partners (RISS and Rheinmetall). This is a hands-on, high-impact role: you will execute operational work directly, prepare meetings and decisions bases, build processes and playbooks, run delivery governance, and operate across a global matrix of stakeholders. We are looking for a highly motivated, proactive self-starter with a bias for action and the ability to sustain high output during critical periods.
Key responsibilities
- Own delivery governance and program liaison for all Germany operations; prepare and enable operational decision-making for the CEO and executive stakeholders.
- Build and operate operating rhythms (daily/weekly/monthly), KPI dashboards, SLAs and escalation processes to support rapid ramp-up and mission-critical delivery.
- Take hands-on responsibility for operational readiness, runbooks, deployment checklists and first-line execution during deployments or partner enablement.
- Lead operations for hiring, partner enablement, vendor management and organisational build-out; work with Talent/HR to execute priority hiring and onboarding.
- Support the CEO on government interface activities, program negotiations and subcontract/partner governance where operational accountability exists.
- Manage resource planning, budgets and operational risk registers; ensure compliance with export control, security and local legal requirements.
- Recruit, mentor and scale a compact operations team as the function grows; set clear KPIs and operating standards for direct reports.
- Provide direct, decision-grade briefings and status updates for senior leadership; maintain stakeholder maps, delivery trackers and audit-ready documentation.
- Operate in the field as required (partner sites, integration events, customer demos) and act as an operational troubleshooter.
Qualifications & experience
- Minimum: 4+ years’ experience in operations, delivery, program control or compliance in complex technical and/or regulated environments. Defence/ISR/GeoInt experience strongly preferred.
- Demonstrated end-to-end operational accountability and evidence of direct execution in high-stakes projects.
- Proven experience building operating rhythms, KPIs, dashboards and escalation governance in fast-ramp environments.
- Strong stakeholder management across commercial, technical and global functional teams.
- Comfortable working hands-on and performing executional tasks Execution > Tactics > Strategie
- Consulting experience is a plus.
- Fluent German and English (spoken and written).
- Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree preferred.
- Security clearance experience or ability to obtain security clearance preferred.
- Behavioural profile: highly motivated, proactive self-starter; bias for action; resilient under pressure; strong sense of ownership; high personal output and willingness to work extended hours during critical phases.
Success metrics (first 6–12 months)
- Partner enablement level for priority programmes (target defined with CEO).
- Establishment of core operating rhythms and KPI dashboards with measurable improvement in delivery KPIs.
- Successful execution of first managed-service deployment(s) to partners.
- Delivery of hiring plan milestones for operational roles (if hiring remit assigned).
- Clean compliance and audit readiness for live programmes.
Working conditions
Fast-paced, high-pressure national programme environment. The role will require flexibility (variable hours and occasional travel) and direct hands-on involvement during critical operational phases.
Why ICEYE Germany
- Exposure to sovereign-critical programmes (SPOCK / Bundeswehr / Rheinmetall).
- Direct engagement with government and strategic partners.
- Opportunity to establish and scale operational excellence for a strategic national office.
What we offer at ICEYE
At ICEYE, you will join a diverse and highly engaged team united by the ambition to make the impossible possible. We know that we will succeed only through exceptional people in our team — which is why your growth, wellbeing, and success are a priority.
As a global scale-up, we combine speed and ambition with the opportunity to take real ownership from day one. You will benefit from continuous professional development, training opportunities, and a culture that values collaboration, curiosity, and integrity. ICEYE is a place where your contributions have a visible impact, and where we celebrate success together.
Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
At ICEYE, we believe that diversity isn’t just a buzzword – it’s our greatest asset.
We’re committed to fostering an inclusive environment where every voice is not only heard but celebrated. We know that diverse perspectives breed innovation and creativity, which is why we actively seek out individuals from all walks of life, backgrounds, and experiences.
Whatever your background, we want you to bring your authentic self to the table. Join us and be part of a team where differences are not only embraced but cherished, because together, we’re stronger.
We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, including those who may need workplace adjustments. If you require any specific accommodations or assistance during the recruitment process for any reason, please let us know.
Apply now to start your ICEYE journey, and help us continue to make the impossible possible together. Read more about ICEYE and working with us at iceye.com.
