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.

Hypersonica is an equal‑opportunity employer and assesses candidates solely on merit, capability, and potential.