Remote Chief of Staff

Summary

Join our team as a strategic and driven Chief of Staff to support senior leadership in advancing business objectives. This role will craft and execute a strategic roadmap that aligns with Defense Unicorns' growth objectives.

Requirements

• A proven track record in a high-impact role (e.g., Chief of Staff, VP of Operations, or similar) managing business operations and strategic initiatives
• Strong background in operational leadership with experience moving from concept to execution, particularly in data-constrained environments
• Demonstrated ability to drive measurable outcomes and provide data-backed insights and storytelling to executive teams and stakeholders
• Experience navigating Series A, B, or C funding rounds with a deep understanding of investor relations and funding strategies
• Exceptional problem-solving and decision-making abilities, with a strategic mindset
• Experience supporting business initiatives across functional areas to inform business strategy and evolution

Responsibilities

• Own and manage the strategic planning framework, guiding teams from ideation of business objectives through translation into actionable plans
• Serve as the architect of company-wide initiatives, ensuring alignment and clear communication of objectives, metrics, and outcomes through all levels of the organization
• Act as a bridge between departments, creating processes and frameworks that enable operational efficiency across a remote environment
• Build and implement new structures, processes, and tools to support business objectives, especially in areas with limited existing frameworks
• Support the CEO and executive team in day-to-day operations and strategic initiatives, taking charge of critical projects to ensure timely execution
• Leverage available data to measure KPI's and tell the company's performance story, fostering a culture of data-driven decision-making
• Develop, maintain and enhance methods for collecting and analyzing data to improve operational outcomes and support key decisions
• Collaborate with executive leadership to prepare for and execute Series B, or C funding rounds, showcasing a clear growth narrative and data-driven projections
• Communicate the company's progress and milestones to stakeholders and investors, ensuring alignment and clarity on Defense Unicorns' trajectory
• Identify potential operational risks and develop mitigation strategies while fostering a culture of innovation and calculated risk-taking
• Lead discovery initiatives in new business areas, navigating ambiguity and implementing structure in uncharted territories
• Act as a trusted advisor and facilitator across all teams, connecting cross-functional initiatives to company-wide objectives
• Foster a culture of collaboration and accountability, ensuring seamless integration of new processes, frameworks, and strategic goals

Benefits

• Medical/Dental/Vision
• Premiums are 100% Company Paid
• Health Reimbursement Account
• Life Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• 401k Retirement Plan
• Company Stock Options
• Home Office Setup Budget
• Unlimited paid time off, with a mandatory 10 days off on top of 11 federal government holidays, week of Thanksgiving, last two weeks of December (including New Year’s Day)
• Paid Parental Leave
• Reimbursement for approved trainings/subscriptions
• Conferences (travel, lodging, and fees)