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Swarm Aero · 3 days ago

Business Operations Associate

positionOxnard, CA
timeFull-time
remoteOnsite
seniorityMid, Senior Level
money$130K/yr - $160K/yr
date3+ years exp

Swarm Aero is redefining air power, building the largest swarming UAV and most versatile swarming aircraft network in the world. As the first Business Operations Associate, you will work with the Head of Business Operations to design and implement systems and processes that support company growth, spanning finance, operations, strategy, and data.

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Responsibilities

Be a “barrel”: a problem-solver and team amplifier. Act as a “glue” between technical, business, and leadership teams
Build financial models and scenario analysis tools to help drive company strategy
Spearhead cross-functional projects (aircraft engineering, manufacturing, software, G&A) to ensure milestones are met and resources are aligned
Design and implement lightweight processes for planning, budgeting, reporting, and goal tracking as the company scales
Conduct market, competitive, and operational analyses to inform leadership priorities and long term strategy

Qualification

Financial modelingQuantitative analysisCross-functional project managementExperience in BizOpsAerospace exposureDashboard buildingCommunicationProblem-solvingAdaptability

Required

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business, Economics, Engineering, or related field
3+ years of experience in investment banking, management consulting, or Big 4 strategy/transactions
Strong quantitative and analytical skills, with experience in high-leverage / high-value projects
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to translate complex ideas across business and technical teams
Comfortable working in a fast-paced, ambiguous startup environment
Ability to obtain U.S. Government Clearance
To conform to U.S. Government controlled technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State

Preferred

5+ years of experience in BizOps, FP&A, strategy, or internal consulting at a high-growth startup
Exposure to aerospace, defense, or frontier technology sectors
Familiarity with building dashboards and lightweight reporting systems (Excel, SQL, or BI tools)
Track record of driving cross-functional initiatives and aligning stakeholders
Demonstrated ability to thrive as a 'utility player' - comfortable moving between finance, operations, and strategy
A differentiated strength or deep expertise in one distinctive area that adds unique value to the team

Benefits

Meaningful equity stake in a high-growth defense technology company
Competitive base salary commensurate with experience
Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, and 401k
PTO and Paid Sick Time
Monthly Wellness Stipend
Daily catered lunch to office
Paid Parental leave
Direct impact opportunity - be a key leader in building a critical technology for national security
World-class team - work alongside exceptional engineers and operators solving hard problems

Company

Swarm Aero

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Swarm Aero is redefining air power to do more with more.
dateFounded in 2022
location
Los Angeles, California, USA
people-size11-50 employees
web-link
https://www.swarm.aero/

Funding

Current Stage
Early Stage
Total Funding
unknown
Key Investors
Construct Capital
2024-08-03Seed
2023-04-14Seed
2022-05-01Pre Seed

Leadership Team

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Danny Goodman
Co-Founder & CEO
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Oliver Palmer
Co-Founder & COO
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