Chief of Staff

Who we are

Picogrid builds hardware and software infrastructure to connect and control the systems that power critical industries. Our platform unifies sensors, platforms, and operators to power mission planning, autonomous system control, and real-time decision-making.

We partner directly with operators, technology companies, and federal agencies to deliver rapidly deployable, mission-critical capabilities where they’re needed most, often on short timelines and in challenging conditions. Our technology is trusted in active operations, not just test environments, and we move quickly to close real-world capability gaps for those on the front lines.

Joining Picogrid means working on high-impact problems at the intersection of autonomy, national security, and cutting-edge technology. You’ll be part of a small, elite team that builds and ships systems used by the leading organizations around the world. We operate with urgency, ownership, and a deep respect for the mission.

Role Overview

We’re hiring a Chief of Staff to partner directly with the CEO and executive team to drive company-wide initiatives across operations, growth, and product. This role is both strategic and executional—you’ll help define Picogrid’s long-term direction while ensuring today’s priorities get done with precision and speed.

You’ll sit at the center of the company’s most critical decisions, managing relationships with investors and government partners, and ensuring the organization scales without losing momentum. The ideal candidate thrives in high-pressure environments and executes relentlessly.

Responsibilities

• Work directly with the CEO to plan, prioritize, and execute key initiatives across the company

• Lead cross-functional projects requiring coordination between engineering, operations, and government stakeholders.

• Support executive decision-making through structured analysis, data-driven insights, and strong operational rigor.

• Manage key communications—board materials, investor updates, and strategic documents for partners and government agencies.

• Identify bottlenecks and implement scalable systems and processes.

• Represent the CEO in high-stakes internal and external meetings.

• Act as a force multiplier for leadership—anticipating needs, resolving issues early, and ensuring organizational alignment.

Qualifications

• Experience in defense technology, aerospace, or a similarly complex operational environment.

• Strong understanding of government policy, acquisition, or program management at a fast-paced technology company.

• Proven ability to execute complex, cross-functional projects under tight deadlines.

• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, including experience preparing executive-level documents and briefings.

• High discretion and sound judgment with sensitive information.

• Entrepreneurial mindset with a bias toward action—comfortable operating in ambiguity and building structure where none exists.

Preferred Qualifications

• Former founder or early employee at a venture-backed tech company

• Experience in product development or operations

• Background in government policy or defense acquisition

Compensation and Benefits

• Meaningful stock options with a high potential upside as an early-stage company

• 401(k) with employer matching

• Full health coverage

• Relocation assistance

• Unlimited PTO (two-week minimum) and 11 paid holidays per year

• Paid parental leave for both parents

• Complimentary lunch and stocked kitchenette when in-office

• Free EV charging on-site.

Export Control Requirements

To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant 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. Department of State.