Chief of Staff

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States.

📋 Description

• Act as the operational representative for the CEO, driving the implementation of strategic priorities throughout the organization and ensuring accountability at all levels.

• Directly oversee a team of directors and functional leaders across corporate operations, program management, marketing, and engineering support.

• Manage execution of government programs, including contract administration, tracking deliverables, and maintaining customer relationships across AURA’s defense contract portfolio.

• Take charge of compliance readiness, coordinating efforts for CMMC Level 2 certification, DFARS obligations, and other relevant security and regulatory requirements.

• Oversee IT and managed service provider vendor relationships to ensure AURA's technology infrastructure aligns with the security and operational standards expected by our government and commercial clients.

• Regularly maintain and update financial forecasts, cash flow models, and operational metrics — providing the CEO with a clear understanding of the company's performance.

• Assist in the preparation of strategic transactions related to potential technology spinoffs, licensing opportunities, or other initiatives at the portfolio level — including organizing data rooms, coordinating due diligence, and ensuring cross-functional readiness.

• Establish the operational tempo of the business — conducting leadership meetings, tracking goals, reporting rhythms, and facilitating cross-functional collaboration.

• Identify and address organizational gaps and inefficiencies — strategically implementing structure, function, and accountability in key areas to enhance operational maturity and efficiency.

• Be prepared to step into any function as necessary.

⛳️ Requirements

• Over 10 years of professional experience, with a significant portion dedicated to or directly supporting the U.S. federal government (DoD experience is highly preferred).

• Comprehensive understanding of federal procurement and contracting processes, along with insights into how the government assesses and manages contractor relationships.

• Proven experience in team management and holding individuals accountable for outcomes — demonstrating leadership of people, not merely projects.

• Strong financial expertise — comfortable managing budgets, cash flow forecasts, and translating financial data into operational decisions.

• Familiarity with government compliance frameworks (CMMC, DFARS, NIST 800-171) or a demonstrated ability to quickly learn complex regulatory environments.

• Outstanding organizational abilities and adeptness at managing multiple competing priorities without oversight.

• Strong judgment in ambiguous situations — knowing when to act independently and when to escalate issues.

• US Citizenship is required.

🏝️ Benefits

• Comprehensive Health Care Coverage at a Fortune 500 level.

• Unlimited Leave Program available after 60 days.

• 10 Paid Holidays and a Paid Winter Break.

• 401(k) Safe Harbor Contributions.

• Employee Discount Program.