Chief of Staff
Axion Ray
Location
New York, NY
Employment Type
Full time
Location Type
Hybrid
Department
Operations
Compensation
- $130K – $175K • Offers Equity
Axion Ray strives to be fair and competitive. We leverage market data from Pave to inform our compensation packages.
Founded in 2021, Axion Ray is at the forefront of transforming product quality and customer satisfaction in manufacturing. Our cutting-edge AI-powered platform empowers manufacturers to swiftly identify, thoroughly investigate, and effectively resolve quality issues while simultaneously elevating customer experiences and outcomes.
As trailblazers in end-to-end quality intelligence, we're setting new industry standards. Our innovative approach enables industrial, aerospace, consumer, and medtech manufacturers to harness the power of quality and post-market data, driving down costs and boosting business performance.
Our vision extends beyond mere problem-solving; we're committed to reshaping the future of manufacturing. By seamlessly integrating advanced AI technology with deep industry expertise, Axion Ray is paving the way for smarter, safer, and more efficient production processes across diverse sectors.
Backed by leading investors, including Bessemer Venture Partners, Amplo, Boeing, and RTX Ventures, Axion Ray is poised to lead the quality revolution in manufacturing.
Axion Ray is looking for a Chief of Staff to partner directly with our CEO and executive leadership team. This is a high-impact opportunity to drive cross-functional strategic initiatives, streamline operations, and accelerate execution across the organization. You will serve as a critical integrator, problem solver, and thought partner at the center of Axion Ray’s mission to use AI to improve the safety and quality of engineered products—aircraft, EVs, medical devices, and beyond.
Key Responsibilities
Lead and execute company-wide initiatives spanning OKRs, operational reviews, roadmap planning, and cross-functional alignment
Build executive-level materials including board decks, investor updates, internal strategy presentations, and leadership prep documents
Drive coordination across Product, Engineering, GTM, People, and Finance teams to ensure seamless execution of top priorities
Establish and optimize internal processes for meeting cadences, information flow, dashboarding, and decision-making
Support the CEO in time management, meeting prep/follow-up, and executive-level communications
Own special strategic projects across a range of business areas
Act as a sounding board for the leadership team, surfacing insights, anticipating needs, and proactively resolving roadblocks
Requirements
5+ years of experience in strategy, operations, consulting, or Chief of Staff roles—preferably in a fast-paced SaaS or AI environment
Background in management consulting or experience serving as Chief of Staff to senior leadership
Proven ability to lead complex, cross-functional projects with minimal oversight
Executive-level communication skills with ability to synthesize complex information into clear narratives and influence senior stakeholders
Strong analytical mindset; comfortable with data tools and performance dashboards
Highly organized and detail-oriented with a bias for action and problem solving
Exceptional interpersonal skills; trusted collaborator across all functions and levels
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree or higher
Experience supporting C-level executives or working in a Chief of Staff capacity
Familiarity with AI, manufacturing, or tech companies
Prior experience designing operational playbooks or leading organizational change
A proactive, resourceful, and adaptable mindset
What We Offer
Opportunity to shape the product marketing function and strategy at a pivotal growth stage
Work with cutting-edge AI technology making a tangible impact in manufacturing
Collaborative, mission-driven team and supportive leadership
Generous time time off
Competitive compensation, equity, and benefits
Lunch stipend…and much more!
Ready to drive the future of manufacturing with AI? Apply today to join our team and help us build the category-defining platform for quality intelligence.
Compensation Range: $130K - $175K