At Aeon, we develop advanced missile systems, built for ground and air platforms. We take pride in our dynamic team that allows us to iterate, build and test quickly. If you are looking to solve hard problems with a passionate team in a hands-on, fast-paced environment, Aeon is the place for you. We are a vertically integrated defense manufacturer developing and producing advanced strike systems and critical subsystems at industrial scale for major defense programs. From its 140,000-square-foot manufacturing facility, Aeon will bring weapon design and production under one roof, including propulsion, fuzing, autonomy and other critical subsystems. Led by former special operators, senior government officials and experienced aerospace and defense engineers, Aeon is a trusted partner to U.S. government customers and industry. We are seeking a Mission Operations Lead to oversee the planning, execution, and success of all testing and demonstration activities for the Zeus missile system. Reporting directly to the Executive Vice President, this highly visible role serves as the bridge between engineering, operations, and customer engagement, ensuring every test event is executed safely, efficiently, and with mission-critical objectives in mind. This person will own the end-to-end lifecycle of flight tests, ground tests, and government and customer demonstrations, from range coordination and CONOPS development through field execution and post-test analysis. This individual will lead cross-functional teams, and ensure each event generates the data, insights, and customer confidence required to advance Aeon's technology and business objectives. The ideal candidate thrives in fast-paced environments and is energized by the opportunity to help bring next-generation defense capabilities from development into operational reality. This is a full-time, in-person role located in Austin, TX with plans to move to Cedar Park, TX early 2027. This position requires frequent travel to test ranges.