Engineering Chief of Staff to CTO

3-5+ years in management consulting, investment banking, operations, or a similar high-stakes role

Experienced operator who has owned, or been part of, cross-business initiatives (e.g. business development, finance, people management, HR)

Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to synthesize complex ideas

Strategic thinker who thrives in ambiguity and approaches challenges with creativity and pragmatism

Proven track record of managing complex projects and delivering results in fast-paced environments

Familiarity with the defense industry, emerging technologies, or hardware/software development is a strong advantage

$100,000-$160,000 USD

The salary range for this role is an estimate based on a wide range of compensation factors, inclusive of base salary only. Actual salary may vary based on (but not limited to) work experience, education and/or training, critical skills, and/or business considerations. Highly competitive equity grants are considered part of Neros' total compensation package.

We’re an equal opportunity employer. We welcome all applicants without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

We’re looking for a highly capable and adaptable

Chief of Staff

to work closely with our CTO, as a strategic thought partner, operator, and problem-solver. This role is an opportunity to gain deep exposure to the inner workings of a high-growth company, drive critical initiatives, and influence key decisions. You’ll operate across multiple domains—business operations, special projects, and thought partnership—while ensuring the CTO’s time is optimized for maximum impact.

Operations (30%)

Own high-priority operational initiatives that include streamlining internal processes and identify opportunities to improve operational efficiency

Neros is a defense technology company rebuilding America’s drone industrial base. We design and manufacture high-performance unmanned systems that are tested in combat, iterated at startup speed, and built at massive scale. Our team culture is fast, hands-on, and obsessed with closing the gap between design and deployment.

As drones transform the character of warfare, Neros is delivering the systems the West needs to compete on the modern battlefield and deter the adversaries of democracy. We’re hiring engineers, operators, and builders who want to move fast, take on extreme ownership, and get capability into the hands of warfighters in months, not years.