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Overview

Future Optek is seeking a Chief Operating Officer (COO) to join its leadership team and work directly with the CEO. This position may be offered on a full-time or part-time basis and involves a dynamic, hands-on role evolving alongside the company's strategic direction. The COO will oversee a broad spectrum of operational responsibilities, balancing daily execution with shaping long-term business objectives.

Key Responsibilities

Collaborate closely with the CEO for daily or near-daily coordination depending on role commitment.
Operate independently while proactively advancing initiatives and identifying priorities or opportunities without direct assignment.
Manage company priorities and share accountability for non-technical operational activities.

Desired Background and Expertise

Expertise in defense procurement processes such as Other Transaction Authorities (OTAs), Cooperative Research and Development Agreements (CRADAs), Broad Agency Announcements (BAAs), Testing & Evaluation activities, and SBIR/STTR programs.
Military experience or deep familiarity with firearms and defense operations.
Insight into Army, Marine Corps, or Navy ground operations to inform user needs, usability, interface design, concept of operations (CONOPS), and product feature development.
Established network within the defense sector and comfort with drafting quad charts, white papers, capability statements, and other defense communications.
Capacity to independently produce CONOPS-oriented documents, technical white papers, SBIR/STTR submissions, capability statements, or succinct briefing materials once acquainted with company technology.

Additional Qualifications

Although primarily a business leadership role, candidates with backgrounds in engineering or technical domains—especially those familiar with software, hardware, or complex system architectures—will have a significant advantage. Technical literacy will facilitate better understanding of product capabilities, identification of new applications, strategic decision-making, and alignment with technical teams.

Candidate Profile

The ideal COO thrives in a multifaceted leadership environment typical of early-stage companies, demonstrating adaptability, initiative, and a close partnership with the CEO to drive execution and strategic priorities.

Application Details

Applicants should submit a resume or CV along with a brief statement explaining their alignment with Future Optek and the COO role. A formal cover letter is not required.

Additional Information

The COO position can be structured either as part-time or full-time, affecting the frequency of coordination with the CEO.
The role is based onsite in the Miami-Fort Lauderdale area.

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