Field Operations Associate

NODA AI • Austin, TX

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About The Position

NODA is a veteran-owned, venture-backed technology company that is transforming how unmanned systems collaborate in complex, mission-critical environments. We are developing next-generation solutions that enable the autonomous orchestration of heterogeneous unmanned systems across air, sea, land, and space with vital applications in the defense, intelligence, and commercial sectors. Our Field Operations team plays a critical role in bringing our technology to life through the assembly, integration, deployment, and field testing of unmanned systems that directly support mission-critical testing and operations. Joining NODA means working on meaningful technology that pushes the boundaries of autonomy alongside a team that thrives on innovation, rapid iteration, and collaboration.

Requirements

• U.S. Citizen (required).
• High school diploma or equivalent; technical certificate, associate degree, or equivalent military/industry experience preferred.
• 2+ years of hands-on technical experience (assembly, lab, or field environment).
• Strong organizational skills and experience coordinating logistics or operations.
• Comfortable working in both lab and outdoor field environments.
• Ability to lift 60 lbs and work in dynamic field conditions.

Nice To Haves

• FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate or ability to rapidly obtain STRONGLY preferred.
• IPC soldering or electronics certification.
• Experience leading small teams in technical or field environments.
• Familiarity with lab management or inventory software.
• Comfort with scripting, dashboards, or log retrieval tools (e.g., Python, CLI, spreadsheets).
• Familiarity with project management or collaboration tools (e.g., Jira, Confluence, Notion).

Responsibilities

• Engage with customers onsite, providing technical guidance and representing NODA professionally.
• Assist in planning logistics for travel, shipping, and equipment readiness.
• Build, wire, and test UAS/robotic platforms, payloads, and support equipment.
• Track, repair, and maintain lab equipment, spare parts, and test assets.
• Lead setup/teardown and technical troubleshooting at multi-domain field exercises.
• Conduct inspections to ensure accuracy, durability, and repeatability of assemblies.
• Maintain a safe, organized, and well-documented lab and field environment.
• Draft and maintain event-specific documentation: assembly procedures, deployment logs, checklists, and after-action reports (AARs).
• Oversee junior field staff during operations and ensure smooth team coordination.

Benefits

• Hybrid work environment
• Competitive pay
• Flexible time off
• Generous PTO policy
• Federal holidays
• Generous health, dental, and vision benefits
• Free OneMedical membership

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED