Field Applications Engineer

9 Mothers•Austin, TX

20h•$95,000 - $110,000•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a Field Applications Engineer (Demo Engineer) to serve as the critical bridge between our engineering lab and real-world deployment. You will be the hands-on expert responsible for bringing our autonomous c-sUAS platforms to life in front of active-duty end users, government partners, and key stakeholders. From flashing software builds and calibrating multi-sensor payloads in the lab to operating systems and troubleshooting hardware live on the test range, you ensure zero-fail execution when the pressure is on.

Requirements

Demonstrated experience deploying, operating, or troubleshooting complex hardware/software systems in real-world or live-fire test range environments.
Practical experience with optical/camera calibration (focus, boresighting), sensor alignment, and field validation techniques.
Proficient in Linux CLI environments, firmware/software flashing tools, and basic networking/telemetry debugging.
Experience with harness assembly, field repair, cable building, and multimeters/oscilloscopes for quick edge-side hardware fixes.
Willingness to travel to outdoor testing sites and demonstration ranges; comfortable working outdoors in varying terrain and weather conditions.
This position requires access to export-controlled information under ITAR. Only U.S. citizens are permitted. Must be willing to submit a background check.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience with robotics, Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS), counter-UAS (c-UAS), or defense range operations.
Familiarity with thermal/IR optics, RF sensors, or embedded Linux environments (e.g., NVIDIA Jetson).
Prior defense startup experience or military background in range safety/flight test operations.
Security clearance or the ability to obtain one.
A passion for building or engineering robotics or electronics as a hobby.

Responsibilities

Lead live, dynamic flight and target-tracking demonstrations in field environments, operating autonomous counter-drone systems flawlessly under high-stakes conditions.
Prepare, assemble, and check complex autonomous hardware and edge-compute systems prior to field tests and customer demonstrations.
Perform precise hardware and sensor alignment, including boresighting, thermal/EO camera focusing, lens calibration, and multi-sensor orientation.
Flash latest software builds, test system stability, perform integration tests, and ensure firmware/software readiness for field trials.
Diagnose and resolve unexpected hardware, software, networking, and sensor issues on the fly with minimal downtime during field trials.
Serve as the direct link between field reality and R&D, capturing detailed telemetry, edge cases, and user feedback to inform engineering rapid iteration cycles.