Zeno Power is a company that creates advanced power systems that use radioisotopes. Backed by Space Capital.
About the role
Applicants for employment at Zeno Power must be a U.S. person. The term “U.S. Person” means (i) a U.S citizen or U.S. national; or (ii) any natural person who is a U.S. Lawful Permanent Resident (i.e., holds a Green Card), as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1101(a)(20) or as a “protected individual” defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) (i.e., admitted as a refugee or is granted asylum).
What they're looking for
- 5–8+ years relevant experience in defense/space/hardware/robotics or adjacent deep-tech environments, growth-stage startup experience strongly preferred
- Strong operator with bias to action: able to independently scope ambiguous problems, drive research, synthesize insights, and produce exec-ready outputs quickly
- Excellent written and verbal communication, can translate complex technical and regulatory topics into clear, actionable materials
- Process builder who has implemented OKRs/KPIs and cross-functional operating rhythms, comfortable driving accountability without direct people management
- High EQ, discretion, and stakeholder management across senior leaders and technical teams
- Mission-aligned with Zeno’s government-facing, hardware/deep-tech realities, energized by remote power applications and national programs (not purely climate-first motivations)
More about this role
Zeno Power is seeking a dynamic and strategic Chief of Staff to work alongside the CEO and leadership team to drive operational excellence, support business development activities, and help scale the company through its next phase of growth. This is a high-impact role offering broad exposure across strategy, partnerships, and organizational operations.
The ideal candidate is a mission-driven operator who can seamlessly shift between tactical execution and strategic thinking, is deeply organized, and is energized by helping Zeno achieve its boldest goals.
- Act as an extension of the CEO to drive clarity and execution on priorities; accelerate post-meeting follow-ups with substantive deliverables (e.g., tailored two-pagers, client-specific decks, briefings)
- Build and run the internal operating rhythm: design and refine weekly leadership meetings, quarterly strategy/OKR processes, and cross-functional accountability cadences; track outcomes and follow-ups without directly managing people.
- Lead special projects with high ownership from zero-to-one (e.g., analyze and validate new business lines; develop market sizing, customer mapping, feasibility, and go/no-go business cases for...
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