Mission Operations Lead
Pubblicato il 22-08-2026 - Leaf Space in Lomazzo
Leaf Space is a rapidly growing scale-up company and a leading provider of ground segment as-a-service (GSaaS) solutions. Our innovative and proprietary concept is focused on providing satellite and launch vehicle connectivity as-a-service, enabling clients to efficiently manage their assets and fully exploit data. Our GSaaS solutions have been recognized by the market for their efficiency, security, and effectiveness in supporting different applications, from remote sensing to IoT communications.
Mission Operations Lead (Ground Segment)
We are looking for a senior profile able to operate in a complex, cross-functional operational environment and take ownership and leadership within the team.
The role sits at the intersection of operations, customer support, operational account management, product coordination, and program execution. It requires someone capable of driving topics end-to-end, structuring execution across multiple stakeholders, and operating effectively in fast-evolving and time-sensitive environments.
This position is particularly suited for candidates with a strong operational mindset, systems thinking, and the ability to connect customer impact, operational processes, software platforms, and infrastructure constraints into a coherent operational approach.
Main responsibilities
- Manage the Operational Account Managers and Customer Support team, providing direction, coordination, and day-to-day leadership
- Support the growth and development of both the Operational Account Management and Customer Support groups as the organization scales
- Drive customer support and operational account management activities in an “as a service” operational environment
- Contribute to the evolution and scaling of operational processes and customer operations
- Contribute to improving operational reliability, scalability, and customer experience
- Drive and coordinate complex operational and cross-functional initiatives
- Support and coordinate mission preparation