Chief of Staff

Location

Paris (HQ)

Mobility

On-site + occasional travel across Europe

Sector

Next-gen European Defence

Type

Full-time, Permanent

Seniority

Senior

Compensation

Competitive Salary + Equity + Full Health Coverage

About EGIDE

EGIDE is building a new European defence leader focused on scalable, intelligent air‑defence architectures. We develop mass‑use interceptors and mission systems that combine missile‑grade performance with modern embedded computing and advanced autonomy.

We are growing fast and assembling a world‑class team driven by ambition, engineering rigor, and real operational impact. If you want to help shape the future of European defence innovation – this is the place.

About The Role

As Chief of Staff, you will serve as a force multiplier for EGIDE’s founders, enabling them to focus on high‑impact decisions while you drive critical strategic initiatives. This role is at the intersection of execution, strategy, and external representation, requiring a unique blend of analytical rigor, operational excellence, and the ability to articulate EGIDE’s vision with clarity and conviction. You will act as a trusted advisor, ensuring alignment across the organization and accelerating EGIDE’s growth in a dynamic, high‑stakes environment.

You Are a Fit If You Have:

• Strategic Partnership with the Founders
• Act as a sounding board and strategic sparring partner for the founders on all major decisions.
• Anticipate and surface critical issues, opportunities, and risks, providing data‑driven and financially grounded recommendations (e.g., M&A, growth investments, capital allocation).
• Lead and support financial and strategic analysis for potential acquisitions, partnerships, or expansion opportunities.
• Ensure the founders’ time is optimized for the most impactful priorities.
• Lead and coordinate fundraising efforts: prepare materials, identify targets, and manage investor relationships.
• Develop compelling financial narratives and presentations to secure capital and strategic partnerships.
• Monitor market trends, competitive landscapes, and financial metrics to inform EGIDE’s financial strategy.
• Market & Strategic Analysis
• Conduct deep dives into defence market dynamics, emerging threats, and technological trends.
• Identify and evaluate growth opportunities, including new markets, partnerships, and product expansions.
• Synthesize complex information into actionable insights for the leadership team.
• Ensure seamless communication and alignment between executive leadership, engineering, business development, and public affairs teams.
• Drive internal initiatives that require cross‑departmental coordination, removing blockers and accelerating execution.
• Facilitate decision‑making processes, ensuring clarity and buy‑in across the organization.
• Support Public Affairs in aligning external communications with EGIDE’s strategic objectives.
• Deep defence sector expertise: A track record in defense, aerospace, or dual‑use technology sectors
• Proven experience: At least 5 years in demanding environments (consulting, high‑growth startups, corporate strategy, or investment banking).
• Financial and analytical rigor: Strong M&A, private equity, or corporate finance experience - ability to analyze complex financial data and drive strategic decisions.
• Operational excellence: Demonstrated ability to thrive in fast‑paced, high‑pressure settings with minimal supervision.
• Strategic mindset: Strong analytical skills, with the ability to distill complex problems into clear, actionable plans.
• Communication excellence: Fluent in English (French is a plus); exceptional written and verbal communication skills, tailored to diverse audiences.
• Cultural fit: Hands‑on, entrepreneurial, low‑ego, and adaptable. Comfortable with ambiguity and early‑stage challenges.

Nice to have:

• Existing network within European defence institutions or industry leaders
• Experience with M&A, public funding mechanisms, or dual‑use technology markets

Why Join EGIDE?

• Build the future of European defense capability
• Work on real systems that fly – fast
• Competitive salary + meaningful equity
• 100% health coverage
• A high‑autonomy, high‑impact environment
• A chance to shape a category‑defining company from the ground up

Ready to Join?

• First phone screen
• Deep dive interview
• Case study
• On‑site final meeting