Business Operations Associate

About Overland AI:  

Founded in 2022 and headquartered in Seattle, Washington, Overland AI is transforming land operations for modern defense. The company leverages over a decade of advanced research in robotics and machine learning, as well as a field-test forward ethos, to deliver combined capabilities for unit commanders. Our OverDrive autonomy stack enables ground vehicles to navigate and operate off-road in any terrain without GPS or direct operator control. Our intuitive OverWatch C2 interface provides commanders with precise coordination capabilities essential for mission success.  

Overland AI has secured $42M in funding, including a Series A led by 8VC, and built trusted partnerships with DARPA, the U.S. Army, Marine Corps, and Special Operations Command. Backed by eight-figure contracts across the Department of Defense, we are strengthening national security by iterating closely with end users engaged in tactical operations.   

Role Summary:  

We are looking for a Business Operations Manager to support day-to-day core operations across finance, legal, people, and project management activities. As we continue to grow, this role will play a key part in building and refining the systems that keep us running smoothly. The ideal candidate is someone who’s comfortable wearing multiple hats, enjoys improving how things work, and is excited to collaborate directly with senior leaders to support the next phase of our growth.    

Key Responsibilities:  

• Finance: Manage company-wide reimbursements. Review employee expenses in accordance with accounting and operational requirements.  
• Invoicing: Support invoicing for customer contracts in alignment with payment terms.  
• Compliance: Collaborate cross functionally to ensure compliance across finance, legal, insurance and HR.
• Training and Policy Development: Collaborate with HR to design and administer employee training programs.
• Workflow Optimization: Drive cross-functional projects that enhance business operations, with a focus on process improvement and scalability.
• Time Tracking: Manage company-wide time tracking application. Maintain visibility into project assignments and ensure timely and accurate timesheet completion. 

Desired Qualifications: 

• Bachelor’s degree.
• 3+ years of experience working in business operations, finance, or project management. 
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational and project management skills.
• Ability to excel in a fast paced, dynamic work environment.
• Experience at early-stage or high-growth companies.
• Collaborative, low-ego, and high-ownership mindset.
• Ability to obtain a US government security clearance. 

Location:  

Seattle 

Benefits:  

Overland AI believes in creating a work environment that you look forward to embracing every day.   

• The salary range for this position is $100K to $130K annually  
• Equity compensation 
• Best-in-class healthcare, dental, and vision plans  
• Unlimited PTO 
• 401k with company match 
• Parental leave