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AstroForge · 1 day ago

Operations Coordinator - Mining Team

Seal Beach, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

$75K/yr - $84K/yr

3+ years exp

AstroForge is a company focused on making space resources accessible on Earth by mining asteroids for valuable minerals. They are seeking a detail-driven Operations Coordinator to manage day-to-day operations in their Mining department, ensuring smooth project execution across various functions including engineering and procurement.

MiningMining TechnologySpace Travel

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Drive integrated project planning, including schedule management, milestone tracking, risk and issue monitoring, and cross-functional coordination

Maintain project dashboards and documentation so engineering, operations, and leadership teams have clear, accurate, and timely visibility into progress

Lead internal project updates, ensuring tasks are tracked, dependencies are visible, and teams stay aligned

Manage procurement of complex hardware, including long-lead-time items critical to mining operations

Own vendor communications, including requesting quotes, negotiating pricing, tracking shipments, and resolving delays to ensure on-time delivery

Collaborate closely with engineering and operations to source specialty components and materials

Oversee purchasing workflows, including purchase orders, invoices, receipts, and budget adherence

Monitor inventory to avoid shortages and maintain operational readiness

Coordinate permitting activities for multiple mine sites, ensuring all applications, renewals, and compliance documentation remain accurate and up to date

Communicate with external stakeholders, including local, state, and federal entities, to meet regulatory deadlines and maintain compliance

Maintain an organized and safe laboratory environment, enforcing best practices and safety standards

Support internal research projects by managing documentation, logistics, and resource flow

Build and maintain strong relationships with vendors, suppliers, and external stakeholders

Qualification

Procurement ManagementVendor ManagementProject ManagementTechnical Components ProcurementCommunication SkillsOrganizational SkillsTime ManagementAttention to Detail

Required

Associate degree and 6+ years of experience, or Bachelor's degree and 3+ years of experience

3-6 years of experience in project management or project coordination, ideally within a hardware, mining, engineering, aerospace, or startup environment

Familiarity with procurement of technical components, vendor management, and long-lead-time hardware purchasing

Exceptional organization, time management, and attention to detail

Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to manage upward and across disciplines

Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment, juggle multiple priorities, and adapt quickly as operational needs evolve

Ability to lift 25 lbs unassisted and occasionally stand for extended periods

Up to 10% travel may be required

To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), you must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Government