Chief of Staff
Bright Machines is a San Francisco technology manufacturer that uses robotics, physical AI, simulation, and production data to build AI and data-center infrastructure.
About Bright Machines
Bright Machines operates the Bright Factory manufacturing platform, combining virtual product development, AI-enabled robotic assembly and inspection, and factory intelligence to produce complex AI infrastructure with traceability and scalable edge deployment.
Skills
Candidate Availability
Required and preferred rules are kept separate and reflect the wording in the original posting.
About the Role
You will partner closely with the CEO and executive leadership team to shape company strategy and drive high-impact initiatives. You will lead strategic planning, align cross-functional execution, establish operating rhythms, develop analytical models, and prepare materials for the board, investors, and fundraising.
Requirements
- 8+ years in a strategic, operational, or business planning role
- At least 3 years of post-MBA experience
- Proven track record leading strategic cross-functional programs or initiatives from ideation to execution
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills
- Experience building operating cadences, KPI frameworks, forecasting processes, and performance dashboards
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills and ability to craft executive-level presentations and narratives
- Ability to work credibly with senior leaders using emotional intelligence, discretion, and sound judgment
- Bachelor's degree required, preferably in engineering or a related field
Responsibilities
- Partner with the CEO and executive leadership team to shape company strategy, long-range planning, resource allocation, and initiative prioritization
- Lead strategic planning processes, including OKRs, quarterly priorities, and cross-organizational alignment
- Oversee cross-functional projects, including operational transformation, new business initiatives, and partnerships
- Integrate strategic plans into functional execution with Operations, R&D, Sales, Marketing, Finance, and HR leaders
- Facilitate communication across teams to improve organizational clarity
- Drive business reviews, forecasting processes, and reporting cadence
- Prepare materials for the Board of Directors, investors, and fundraising
- Identify operating-model challenges and opportunities and propose solutions
- Lead or participate in initiatives that improve processes, forecasting, and decision frameworks
- Develop analytical models for strategic planning, resource allocation, and company performance
- Support investor relations, external communications, and strategic partnerships