The U.S. is in a Cold War-like “space race” to lead in physical AI and our supply chain needs urgent transformation to scale manufacturing of electronics for robotics. This transformation will determine if the U.S. can preserve its role as the world’s largest and most innovative economy, reestablish deterrence superiority, and, if confronted, prevail against its most capable adversary since WWII.

Founding Team Member, Chief of Staff

Finance, PE/IB, Growth Buyout

Full-Time On-Site, NYC

About AIC

AIC is a software-led, growth buyout holding company acquiring profitable manufacturing businesses in the robotics supply chain to modernize and scale long-term. Our mission is to transform the critical supply chains that underpin America's economic power and national security.

Unlike traditional private equity, we combine permanent capital with our proprietary AI-native operating system, Keystone, purpose-built for mid-mix/mid-volume manufacturing environments. We underwrite acquisitions based on what we can build, not what we can cut—enabling us to pay full value for quality businesses.

The Role:

We're seeking a Chief of Staff to serve as a founding team member reporting directly to our Founder/CEO, Alex Torrey. This is a finance-intensive role focused on deal execution across the full investment lifecycle—from sourcing and diligence through modeling, closing, and portfolio company oversight.

You'll be the engine behind our acquisition strategy, building sophisticated growth buyout models that blend traditional GBO mechanics with operational improvement projections driven by our Keystone platform. This role demands exceptional financial modeling skills, the ability to synthesize complex manufacturing operations into investment theses, and the judgment to support high-stakes transaction decisions.

What You'll Do:

Deal Execution (Primary Focus):

Lead financial diligence on target acquisitions ($2M–$20M EBITDA manufacturing businesses)
Build and iterate GBO models incorporating software-driven operational improvements
Structure transaction terms, negotiate deal economics, and support closing processes
Source and evaluate new opportunities across the robotics supply chain

Portfolio Support:

Track financial and operational performance across portfolio companies
Develop KPIs and frameworks that capture financial performance and operational transformation
Support portfolio company management teams with strategic planning and growth initiatives

Strategic Partnership:

Serve as analytical thought partner to the CEO on strategic decisions
Present investment recommendations to leadership and stakeholders
Build scalable processes and systems as we grow the portfolio

Who You Are:

5-7 years in investment banking and/or private equity (growth equity, buyout, and/or LMM)
Top-tier analyst pedigree with exceptional training in financial modeling and transaction execution
Advanced proficiency in GBO modeling, three-statement integration, and valuation frameworks
Exceptional track record supporting deal execution from sourcing through close
Strong business judgment and ability to synthesize complex information into actionable insights
Entrepreneurial mindset and comfort operating in an early-stage, fast-moving environment
Able and willing to travel 20-30% to portfolio companies and target facilities

Preferred:

Industrials, manufacturing, or robotics sector coverage experience
Exposure to operational value creation initiatives
U.S.-based transaction experience

Important Information:

Full-time, on-site in New York City
20–30% travel to target sites and portfolio companies across the U.S.
Immediate start preferred
Comp: $180K-$250K + meaningful Founding Team Member equity
Full medical benefits

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