Forward Deployed Engineer
Fieldguide$125,000 - $184,000/year
- Full Time
- Mid-level (3 to 4 years)
$70,000 – $120,000Compensation
Entry Level & New Grad, Junior (1 to 2 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Defense, Robotics & AutomationIndustries
Requirements
No degree is required, but preferred expertise includes Network Engineering, IT, Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field. Candidates should have a growth mindset and a desire to learn with a results-oriented focus. Proven experience and proficiency in network equipment configuration, harnessing assembly and installation, and interpreting design specifications, datasheets, and technical drawings are essential. Familiarity with Linux and command line interface, as well as proficiency in using modern tools for productivity, is required. Strong knowledge of networks, electrical, and harnessing systems, along with experience using testing tools such as multimeters and oscilloscopes, is also needed.
Responsibilities
Field Technicians will travel to unique parts of the country and work with cutting-edge technology in a fast-paced, highly iterative engineering culture. They will configure network equipment, flash circuit boards, and configure Linux machines by running bash scripts in both R&D and field settings. The role involves traveling 50-70% of the time for equipment installations and servicing, writing python and bash scripts to automate configuration processes, and collaborating with Electrical, Embedded, and Software Engineers during design stages. Additionally, they will prepare and maintain detailed design documentation, contribute to technical reports and presentations for stakeholders, and support prototype development while performing hands-on testing to validate designs.
Skills
Network Engineering
IT
Electrical Engineering
Electronics Engineering
Computer Science
Linux
Bash
Harnessing Assembly
Network Equipment Configuration
Multimeters
Oscilloscopes
DAQs
Picogrid
Develops autonomous systems for defense technology
About Picogrid
Picogrid develops a unified platform for autonomous systems that integrates various defense technologies, including sensors, drones, and command interfaces. This platform allows for remote control and coordination of these systems, creating a more cohesive defense operation. The company primarily serves military clients, such as the U.S. Army and the Ukrainian Ministry of Defense, and generates revenue through federal contracts, including a significant $1 billion contract with the Pentagon and a $950 million contract for its Lander sensor platform. Picogrid differentiates itself by focusing on creating an open ecosystem for defense technology suppliers, which enhances collaboration and efficiency in military operations. The company's goal is to improve defense capabilities while expanding its manufacturing operations, with a new factory set to open in 2025 to support job creation and local economies.
El Segundo, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2020Year Founded
$11.7MTotal Funding
SEEDCompany Stage
Industrial & Manufacturing, DefenseIndustries
11-50Employees