Executive Operations & Protocol Lead — Defense & Events

KRUSH Tech Inc; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

KRUSH Tech Inc. in Arlington, VA, seeks an Executive Operations & Protocol Manager to anchor our defense engagement in the DC area. This high-trust role owns events, trade shows, test-event logistics, and executive travel, serving as a trusted point of contact for our founders when they are in DC.

You will operate independently, anticipate needs, and represent KRUSH Tech with polish in front of military, government, and industry stakeholders.

Qualifications

• 5+ years supporting senior executives or officers in fast-paced environments.
• Experience working with the Department of Defense.
• Proven event and trade show management experience, including logistics, vendors, and budgets.
• Strong judgment, discretion, and composure when handling confidential information.
• Ability to travel regularly, including to test sites and trade shows.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute KRUSH Tech's presence at defense trade shows, industry days, and customer events end to end (e.g., AUSA, Modern Day Marine, SOF Week).
• Coordinate travel and on-site logistics for testing and demonstration events in partnership with engineering and program teams.
• Serve as executive support to the founders during DC visits, including scheduling, meeting preparation, ground transportation, and real-time problem solving.
• Manage meeting logistics with DoD and government stakeholders, including visit requests, building and installation access, and protocol considerations.
• Build and maintain a calendar of DC-area events, engagements, and key stakeholder touchpoints.
• Own vendor relationships, budgets, and post-event follow-up for events and travel.

Skills

Executive support

DoD experience

Event management

Travel readiness

Discretion & judgment

Job description

KRUSH Tech Inc. in Arlington, VA, seeks an Executive Operations & Protocol Manager to anchor our defense engagement in the DC area. This high-trust role owns events, trade shows, test-event logistics, and executive travel, serving as a trusted point of contact for our founders when they are in DC.

You will operate independently, anticipate needs, and represent KRUSH Tech with polish in front of military, government, and industry stakeholders.