Executive Assistant & Chief of Staff

Are you the kind of person who can switch from booking a last-minute flight to launching a digital marketing campaign for investors, all before lunch?We’re supporting a venture-backed company at the forefront of advanced video and sensor technologies for the next generation of space systems. Their CEO is seeking a Chief of Staff who excels at the mission-critical, administrative blocking and tackling that keeps a fast-growing technology business running, and who sees themselves developing into a true business partner to the executive team, owning strategic, high-value-add initiatives once they can wrap their head around the business.About the RoleThe EA/COS will act as the CEO’s right hand - an organizational force multiplier who keeps priorities on track, projects on time, and communication flowing. You’ll start here by tightening up key EA functions for the CEO and two other executives, and gradually take on special initiatives across operations, finance, marketing, and logistics; support strategic planning; and make sure the engine of the company runs smoothly day to day.This is an ideal role for someone who wants to be in the cockpit of a fast-growth deep-tech startup, learning every facet of scaling a business in one of the most exciting industries on Earth (and beyond). Key ResponsibilitiesPartner directly with the CEO and senior leaders on planning, operations, and special projects.Coordinate company participation in tradeshows, conferences, and investor events.Manage executive calendars, travel, and correspondence with professionalism and precision.Support cross-functional communication between engineering, sales, and operations.Prepare presentations, reports, and materials for the executive and investor teams.Conduct research and analysis on markets, customers, and emerging opportunities.Drive accountability on action items and ensure smooth execution of priorities.Ideal BackgroundBachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, or a related discipline.3–7 years of experience in management consulting, business operations, or a dynamic startup environment.Exceptional organizational and analytical skills; thrives in ambiguity and tight timelines.Hands-on mentality - comfortable running a board meeting deck one hour and scanning resumes or booking hotels the next.Strong communication and presence - able to represent the CEO internally and externally.Passion for technology, aerospace, or frontier innovation sectors is a big plus.US citizen or US permanent resident due to ITAR-controlled activity - no visa sponsorship offered.Local candidates only - no relocation assistance available.Why This RoleWork directly with a visionary founder in a high-impact, venture-backed startup.Gain unparalleled visibility across all functions - from R&D to market launch.Competitive salary, stock options, and full benefits.Clear runway for growth into Operations or Strategy leadership roles as the company scales.Location: Irvine, CA (100% on-site)Compensation: Base salary from $100k-$120k + stock + PTO + benefitsStatus: Full-timeAbout Face-2-Face Talent Solutions:We are a global engineering recruitment agency focused on filling critical roles for Aerospace, Defense, Automotive, Imaging and Mining Technology organizations. With over 2,000 successful placements since 2015, our clients trust us for their most challenging talent acquisition assignments.