Forward Deployed Engineer (Defense)

Tomorrow.io•Washington, DC

3h•$130,000 - $150,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Tomorrow.io is transforming how organizations make weather-driven decisions through proprietary space infrastructure, AI-powered forecasting, and operational weather intelligence. Our technology helps customers move from reacting to weather to building resilience against it. As a Forward Deployed Engineer (Defense), you'll bring Tomorrow.io's technology directly into mission environments, working alongside U.S. defense customers to deploy, integrate, and operationalize our platform where it matters most. You'll partner closely with Business Development, Product, Engineering, and strategic partners to ensure our solutions become embedded in real-world operations, helping shape both customer success and the future of our defense offerings.

Requirements

4–8 years of experience in Solutions Engineering, Forward Deployed Engineering, Technical Implementation, Sales Engineering, or a similar customer-facing technical role
Experience deploying SaaS platforms, APIs, or cloud-based software solutions in customer environments
Strong understanding of API integrations, data workflows, and technical troubleshooting
Ability to communicate complex technical concepts to both engineering teams and operational users
Experience supporting government, defense, or mission-critical technology programs is strongly preferred
Familiarity with Palantir Foundry, Gotham, AIP, or comparable operational platforms is a plus
Comfortable working independently in dynamic, fast-paced customer environments with extensive travel (50%+)
Eligible to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI security clearance (active clearance is strongly preferred)
Military experience is not required, but confidence working with defense organizations and operational teams is essential
This position requires access to technology that is controlled under U.S. export control laws and regulations. Accordingly, this position is restricted to U.S. citizens, permanent residents and protected individuals unless and until any required licenses are obtained.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with Palantir Foundry, Gotham, AIP, or comparable operational platforms is a plus
Active clearance is strongly preferred

Responsibilities

Deploy and operationalize Tomorrow.io's SaaS platform, APIs, and data services within U.S. defense organizations, mission environments, and military exercises
Travel 50%+ to customer sites, operational units, and experimentation events, serving as the primary technical resource during field engagements
Design, implement, and troubleshoot API integrations with defense systems, including Palantir Foundry, Gotham, and other mission platforms
Partner with the Defense Business Development team to support technical discovery, customer demonstrations, pilot programs, and strategic growth opportunities
Build trusted relationships with operators, technical stakeholders, and partner organizations to drive long-term adoption and expansion
Capture field insights, customer feedback, and operational requirements to influence Tomorrow.io's product roadmap and future capabilities
Develop repeatable deployment processes, integration playbooks, and technical documentation that enable scalable customer implementations
Collaborate cross-functionally with Product, Engineering, Customer Success, and external partners to deliver seamless technical solutions
Represent Tomorrow.io as a trusted technical advisor, ensuring customers realize measurable operational value from our platform