Mission Engineer

Atreides; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Atreides seeks a Mission Engineer to deploy, integrate, and sustain mission-critical systems in challenging environments, with a USINDOPACOM focus. You will deploy geospatial and secure-communication technologies and support multi-intelligence fusion across partner countries.

This role requires adaptability and strong problem-solving in-theater. The ideal candidate will have field engineering experience, an active Secret clearance, and the ability to collaborate with diverse teams and host

Qualifications

• Active security clearance at Secret level or above.
• Hands-on field engineering, systems integration, or deployment experience.
• Strong troubleshooting across hardware, software, and networking.
• Familiarity with secure communications, VPNs, and endpoint management.
• Experience with containerized platforms (Docker, Kubernetes) and modern deployment toolchains.
• Scripting or programming in Python or Go preferred.
• Strong communication with technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Prior experience supporting defence, intelligence, or government programs preferred.

Responsibilities

• Deploy, configure, and sustain mission-critical systems in the field.
• Integrate technologies (geospatial platforms, secure communications, mobile systems) into operational environments.
• Troubleshoot technical issues and provide real-time support during deployments.
• Conduct pre-deployment checks, system validation, and acceptance testing.
• Support secure endpoint and mobile device policies in austere environments.
• Collaborate with host nation partners, stakeholders, and vendors for mission integration.
• Document engineering processes, configurations, and lessons learned for knowledge transfer.
• Serve as trusted advisor and brand ambassador for Atreides services in the field.
• Deliver world-class field support with an eye toward future support contracts.

Skills

Active security clearance

Field engineering

Troubleshooting

Scripting (Python/Go)

Communication skills

Defence/government experience

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

VPNs

Endpoint management

Job description

Company Overview:

Atreides helps organizations transform large and complex multi-modal datasets into information-rich geo-spatial data subscriptions that can be used across a wide spectrum of use cases. Currently, Atreides focuses on providing high-fidelity data solutions to enable customers to derive insights quickly.

We're a fast-moving, mission-driven startup using large-scale data to make the world safer, stronger, and more prosperous. We value diversity, inclusion, and autonomy - believing they drive better performance and satisfaction.

Team Overview:

Our team includes technologists and data scientists from intelligence, cybersecurity, and global operations. We build products that redefine how organizations defend against threats and adversaries.

We work best when we stay curious, communicate transparently, think before acting, value diversity, and lead with empathy.

Position Overview:

We are seeking a Mission Engineer with strong experience in operational deployments, systems integration, and hands-on technical support to enable mission-critical capabilities in the field. You will play a key role in deploying, maintaining, and optimizing advanced technologies in challenging and dynamic environments. This role requires adaptability, technical depth, and a problem-solving mindset to ensure operational success in-theatre.

This is a unique opportunity to directly support mission-driven operations while collaborating with global multidisciplinary teams in support of national security programs.

The role will be USINDOPACOM-focused, with an expected annual commitment of 180 - 240 days deployed in-theater across partner countries (South Korea, Australia, New Zealand, Taiwan, or Japan). The ideal candidate will thrive at the intersection of data, technology, and mission, leveraging commercial data and multi-intelligence fusion to support complex operational and strategic needs.

Responsibilities

• Deploy, configure, and sustain mission-critical systems in the field.
• Integrate novel technologies (e.g., geospatial platforms, secure communications, mobile systems) into operational environments.
• Troubleshoot technical issues and provide real-time support during deployments.
• Conduct pre-deployment readiness checks, system validation, and acceptance testing.
• Support and enforce secure endpoint and mobile device policies in austere environments.
• Collaborate with host nation partners, stakeholders, and third-party vendors to ensure successful mission integration.
• Document engineering processes, configurations, and lessons learned for knowledge transfer and audit readiness.
• Serve as a trusted advisor and subsequently a brand Ambassador for Atreides 1st Party Applications, Advanced Data Solutions, Analysts, and OpTech services in the field.
• Start with the business outcome end in mind. Meaning provide world-class field support that leads to growing future support contracts and usage of Atreides services.

Required Qualifications:

• Must have active clearance of Secret or above
• Hands-on experience in field engineering, systems integration, or technology deployments.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills across hardware, software, and networking.
• Familiarity with secure communications, VPNs, and endpoint management solutions.
• Experience with containerized platforms (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes) and modern deployment toolchains.
• Proficiency with scripting or programming languages (e.g., Python, Go preferred).
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work with technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Prior experience supporting defence, intelligence, or government programs preferred.

Desired Qualifications

• Relevant certifications in networking, systems administration, or cloud environments (e.g., CCNA, Azure).
• Experience operating in classified or secure environments.
• Familiarity with MDM platforms and field security protocols.
• Exposure to geospatial data systems or mission planning tools.