Hyperloop Operations Manager

The Boring Company was founded to solve the problem of soul-destroying traffic by creating an underground network of tunnels. Today, we are creating the technology to increase tunneling speed and decrease costs by a factor of 10 or more, with the ultimate goal of making Hyperloop adoption viable and enabling rapid transit across densely populated regions.The Boring Company is evaluating a simple, precursor Hyperloop tunnel between Austin and San Antonio capable of speeds greater than 200 mph. Due to traffic congestion, that journey currently takes up to 2.5 hours. The Boring Company can reduce it to a consistent less than 30 minutes.We are looking for an operations leader to oversee the rigorous planning and potential construction/operation of a Texas Hyperloop.ResponsibilitiesLead the creation and continuous refinement of the comprehensive operational plan for the Austin–San Antonio Hyperloop, covering pre-launch, launch, and steady-state operationsDesign, stand up, and manage the Operations Command Center, including staffing, procedures, technology, and real-time decision-making processesDrive all activities required for the successful opening and public launch of the Hyperloop systemManage a team of operators, technicians and personnelImplement improvements that increase operational efficiencyBuild and maintain training material and other documentationIdentify and react to technical issues in the Hyperloop system, quickly coming up with mitigating actionsWork with civil servants, elected officials, and contractors in local, state, and federal governing bodies ensuring technology and operations are up to codeIdentify weak points in the system, then propose and execute corrective actionsWork closely with architectural and engineering teams on needed designs and features, and deliver actionable requirements as the system scalesStrategically stay ahead of an evolving and scaling system with appropriate operational and technological changesMake determinations on the best internal and outsourced approach for technical workBasic QualificationsBachelor’s Degree7+ years of relevant experienceDemonstrated ability to learn and adapt to changeStrong attention to detailMotivated to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environmentPreferred Skills and ExperienceBachelor’s Degree in a field of engineering10+ years of relevant experienceAdditional RequirementsPosition may require extended hours and weekend workCultureWe’re a team of dedicated, smart, and scrappy people. Our employees are passionate about our mission and determined to innovate at every opportunity.BenefitsWe offer employer-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage, a 401(k) plan, paid holidays, paid vacation, and a competitive amount of equity for all permanent employees.The Boring Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with The Boring Company is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.