Hi, I'm Ben Yaffe - Principal, Business Operations & Strategy at SandboxAQ | Quantum Sensing, Navigation, Medical Devices | ex-Verily, ex-Google [x]
I thrive on transforming complex, early-stage concepts into tangible, global prototypes. My passion lies in bridging engineering and business strategy, especially in advanced tech sectors like quantum sensing and medical devices. I excel at driving innovation from ideation to real-world impact.
At a glance
Curated signals on strengths, focus areas, and how they can help.
Worked at 'X, the moonshot factory' and Google on cutting-edge aerospace projects.
Principal at SandboxAQ, driving operations and strategy in quantum sensing and medical devices.
Can advise on scaling early-stage technology ventures and navigating complex regulatory landscapes.
🚀 Career trajectory
Foundational Engineering
Began career in mechanical engineering and design, gaining experience in consumer products and commercial food systems.
✦ Mechanical Engineering
✦ Product Design
✦ Industrial Design
Deep Tech & Medical Innovation
Transitioned to advanced fields, focusing on surgical tools, implants, and consumer medical devices at AcelRx Pharmaceuticals.
✦ Medical Devices
✦ Biomedical Engineering
✦ Design Control
Moonshot & Aerospace Exploration
Worked on cutting-edge aerospace projects at 'X, the moonshot factory' and Google, applying engineering principles to novel challenges.
✦ Aerospace Engineering
✦ R&D
✦ Rapid Prototyping
Quantum Futures & Pandemic Response
Currently driving operations and strategy in quantum sensing and medical devices at SandboxAQ, while leading critical public health initiatives.
✦ Quantum Sensing
✦ Business Operations
✦ Strategy
✦ Public Health
💪🏻 Superpowers
Rapid Operationalization Engine
Transforms fuzzy ideas into global prototypes
✦ Built statewide/national COVID testing programs over weekends.
✦ Driving national pandemic prevention programs with C-level execs.
✦ Experience in rapid R&D, CAD prototyping, and mass production.
Cross-Disciplinary Technical Leadership
Mechanical engineer with broad industry scope
✦ Expertise in ME/EE/ID lifecycle for medical, aerospace, and consumer products.
✦ Skilled in design control, RF/microwave, and robotics.
✦ Proven ability to lead teams through complex product development.
Strategic Business Operations Driver
Bridging tech innovation with market reality
✦ Principal at SandboxAQ focused on quantum sensing and medical devices.
✦ Advising startups at Silicon Catalyst, fostering growth.
✦ Evaluating technology and advising executive teams on strategy.
I'm excited about
✦ Explore strategic partnerships for quantum sensing applications.
✦ Connect with leaders in biotech and advanced materials.
✦ Discover novel investment opportunities in deep tech.
I can help with
✦ Advise on scaling early-stage technology ventures.
✦ Provide operational expertise for complex product development.
✦ Share insights on navigating regulatory and federal landscapes.
I would love your help on
✦ Identify potential collaborators in advanced AI for healthcare.
✦ Find experts in quantum computing hardware.
✦ Connect with VCs focused on deep technology investments.