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Mission Operator - UGV Ground Systems
Scout AI
USA
Full-time
Senior · 7+ years experience
Onsite
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Responsibilities
- Define, track, and deliver against field operations metrics, ensuring data collection targets are consistently met across testing cycles
- Plan and execute field operations involving coordinated ground and air systems for testing and data collection
- Lead and manage field teams (operators, engineers, technicians) during deployments and test events
- Translate engineering and product objectives into detailed, executable test plans and mission profiles
- Act as the on-site decision maker, ensuring safe, efficient, and disciplined execution of operations
- Coordinate timing, positioning, and tasking of UGV and UAS assets during missions
- Ensure high-quality data collection, including proper sensor configuration, logging, and validation
- Troubleshoot operational and technical issues in real time, coordinating closely with engineering teams
- Own site setup, logistics, and operational readiness for field deployments
- Develop and refine standard operating procedures (SOPs) for testing, data collection, and mission execution
- Capture and communicate detailed feedback from the field to engineering and product teams
- Support customer demonstrations and operational evaluations, ensuring professional execution and system performance
Qualifications
- Prior military experience (officer or senior enlisted), preferably in combat arms, aviation, reconnaissance, or technical units
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Aerospace, Robotics, or related field)
- 7+ years of experience leading teams in field operations, testing, or mission-driven environments
- Proven ability to coordinate complex operations involving multiple teams and systems
- Strong technical foundation with the ability to understand and troubleshoot integrated hardware/software systems
- Experience operating in dynamic, high-pressure environments with incomplete information
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