Operational Chief of Staff
Operational Chief of Staff
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25-07-2025
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25-07-2025
Job Description
About LiquidPiston
LiquidPiston is a fast-paced innovative company developing compact efficient rotary engines based on a fundamentally new thermodynamic cycle. Were solving some of the most challenging problems in energy and mobility and were looking for team members who thrive in a high-impact hands-on environment.
Position Overview
Were seeking a highly capable and adaptable Operational Chief of Staff to serve as a strategic right-hand to the executive team overseeing and streamlining daily operations across key business functions. This is a pivotal role for someone who can lead cross-functional initiatives drive operational efficiency and dive into the details when needed.
Youll be expected to wear many hats overseeing operations finance procurement legal IT facilities HR and supporting manufacturing functions when needed. The ideal candidate brings a strong bias for action thrives in a small company (under 100 people) and has experience working closely with leadership to make the business run smoother smarter and faster.
Key Responsibilities
At LiquidPiston we embrace challenges move fast and celebrate curiosity. Our team thrives on collaboration creativity and perseverance. We understand that innovation involves riskand were not afraid to fail forward.
Equal Opportunity Employer
LiquidPiston Inc. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion gender sexual orientation gender identity national origin or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
All offers of employment at LiquidPiston are contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment background check drug screening and background check.
LiquidPiston is a fast-paced innovative company developing compact efficient rotary engines based on a fundamentally new thermodynamic cycle. Were solving some of the most challenging problems in energy and mobility and were looking for team members who thrive in a high-impact hands-on environment.
Position Overview
Were seeking a highly capable and adaptable Operational Chief of Staff to serve as a strategic right-hand to the executive team overseeing and streamlining daily operations across key business functions. This is a pivotal role for someone who can lead cross-functional initiatives drive operational efficiency and dive into the details when needed.
Youll be expected to wear many hats overseeing operations finance procurement legal IT facilities HR and supporting manufacturing functions when needed. The ideal candidate brings a strong bias for action thrives in a small company (under 100 people) and has experience working closely with leadership to make the business run smoother smarter and faster.
Key Responsibilities
- Operational Oversight: Coordinate and optimize day-to-day internal operations across departments including procurement IT facilities and general administration.
- Finance & Legal Coordination: Support budgeting and cost control processes; review contracts vendor agreements and support compliance across departments.
- Cross-Functional Leadership: Serve as a liaison between executive leadership and department heads to ensure alignment and accountability.
- Machine Shop & Facility Understanding: Collaborate with the engineering/manufacturing teams to understand and support operational needs of the shop floor.
- Procurement & Vendor Management: Manage supplier relationships and procurement processes for efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
- Project Execution: Lead or support internal strategic projects and initiatives from idea to implementation.
- Process Improvement: Identify bottlenecks and implement streamlined systems and workflows to increase organizational efficiency.
- Technology & IT Systems: Oversee or coordinate IT needs including infrastructure software and hardware procurement and support.
- Facilities Management: Ensure the physical environment supports employee productivity and safety.
- 7 years of experience in operations general management or business administration ideally in a startup or small company setting (<100 employees).
- Proven experience managing or coordinating across multiple business functions (e.g. finance IT HR legal procurement).
- Strong working knowledge of reviewing business contracts vendor agreements and operational compliance.
- Comfortable in both office and industrial environments you understand how things work on the shop floor.
- Demonstrated experience implementing operational systems and improving business processes.
- Exceptional communication problem-solving and organizational skills.
- Highly self-directed with a strong sense of ownership and urgency.
- Bachelors degree in business or a related field (MBA or advanced degree is a plus).
- Flexible PTO:We value work-life balance and encourage time to rest and recharge.
- Health & Wellness:Comprehensive medical dental and vision coverageyou choose what works best for you.
- Equity Participation:Permanent employees receive RSUs to share in our success.
- 401(k) Match:We offer a 401k w/100% matching up to 3% of your salary and then 50% of contributions between 3-5%
- Career Growth:Ongoing training mentorship and learning opportunities to accelerate your growth.
At LiquidPiston we embrace challenges move fast and celebrate curiosity. Our team thrives on collaboration creativity and perseverance. We understand that innovation involves riskand were not afraid to fail forward.
Equal Opportunity Employer
LiquidPiston Inc. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion gender sexual orientation gender identity national origin or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
All offers of employment at LiquidPiston are contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment background check drug screening and background check.
Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Full-Time
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