Hydrogen Ground Systems Liaison

Heven AeroTech•Sterling, VA

6d•$65,000 - $100,000•Onsite

About The Position

At Heven AeroTech (Heven), we don’t just believe in the power of people—we build our success on it. As a recognized leader in hydrogen-powered drones, we’ve earned recognition for creating a workplace where innovation thrives, collaboration is second nature, and every employee feels valued. Our culture is anchored in trust and a shared commitment to excellence. We believe great teams are built on individuals who are humble, hungry, and smart—those who put team success first, take initiative to continuously improve, and demonstrate strong interpersonal awareness. At Heven, your voice matters, your ideas are heard, and your contributions make a tangible impact as you grow through hands-on experience and collaboration across the team. We are seeking a Hydrogen Ground Systems Liaison to support the deployment, demonstration, and field sustainment of our expeditionary hydrogen generation and fueling systems. This is a hands-on, customer-facing role that sits at the intersection of hydrogen technology, UAS operations, and military field environments. You will serve as the primary technical interface between Heven AeroTech's hydrogen engineering team and DoD end users — training operators, supporting demonstrations, and ensuring our systems perform reliably in austere and forward-deployed settings. This role is ideal for a candidate with a background in military logistics, special operations support, or defense systems fielding who is excited to be at the leading edge of hydrogen-powered UAV technology.

Requirements

3–7 years of experience in defense systems fielding, military logistics, special operations support, or related technical field operations role
Experience operating and maintaining field equipment in austere or expeditionary environments
Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret security clearance (active clearance preferred)
Willingness and ability to travel up to 50%, including potential short-notice OCONUS travel
Strong written and verbal communication skills; comfortable briefing military audiences from operator to senior leadership level
Valid U.S. driver's license; ability to operate ground support vehicles and trailers

Nice To Haves

Prior U.S. military service, particularly in a logistics, engineer, aviation support, or special operations MOS/AFSC
Familiarity with hydrogen, compressed gas, or hazardous materials handling in a field environment
Experience with small UAS ground support operations or UAV fueling systems
HAZMAT technician certification or familiarity with OSHA 29 CFR 1910.103 and NFPA 2
Experience developing and delivering technical training for military audiences
Background in fuel cell systems, electrolyzer operation, or alternative energy systems

Responsibilities

Plan, coordinate, and execute live demonstrations of Heven AeroTech hydrogen ground systems for DoD customers, program offices, and operational units either as stand-alone systems or with UAS operations.
Set up, operate, and safely shut down expeditionary hydrogen generation and fueling equipment (electrolyzers, compressors, storage, dispensing systems) in field and range environments
Document demonstration results, anomalies, and customer feedback; provide written trip reports to the engineering and program management teams
Develop and deliver hydrogen safety and operations training for DoD end users, operators, and maintainers
Assist in the creation and maintenance of operator-level training materials including quick-reference cards, SOPs, and hands-on practical exercises
Ensure training content is consistent with NFPA 2, OSHA, applicable DoD safety standards, and Heven AeroTech's internal hydrogen safety plan
Track trainee certifications and maintain training records
Serve as the day-to-day technical point of contact for assigned DoD customers and program offices regarding hydrogen ground systems
Gather and communicate customer requirements, operational feedback, and field observations back to the Heven AeroTech engineering team
Support program reviews, site visits, and government-led evaluations as the hydrogen ground systems subject matter expert
Build and maintain strong working relationships with military counterparts, contracting officers, and program managers
Work with hydrogen equipment vendors to understand best practices and maintenance procedures.
Provide on-site technical support and troubleshooting for hydrogen generation, storage, and fueling systems at customer locations, including CONUS and potential OCONUS deployments
Perform scheduled maintenance, inspections, and pre/post-operation checks on expeditionary hydrogen systems per established procedures
Identify recurring field issues and work with the engineering team to develop corrective actions and procedure updates
Maintain accurate field service records, equipment logs, and maintenance documentation