Senior Field Engineer - Lead Field Ops (Remote/Hybrid)

Helsing; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous compensation package

Flexible paid time off

Health insurance coverage

Job summary

Helsing is seeking a Senior Field Engineer in Washington, DC, to lead operations in testing AI-enabled hardware and software products. You will manage test campaigns, coordinate teams, and ensure successful operations at sea and in demanding environments. Candidates should have a strong technical background and experience with autonomous systems.

The role involves significant travel across the US and internationally and offers a competitive compensation package with benefits, including remote/hybrid work options.

Qualifications

• Strong technical aptitude and understanding of complex hardware/software.
• Experience assembling, deploying, and troubleshooting autonomous systems.
• Ability to communicate technical concepts effectively.

Responsibilities

• Lead operations for testing combined software and hardware products.
• Prepare and mobilize equipment at various testing locations.
• Install AI software onto edge computing devices for field conditions.
• Repair and maintain mechanical and electrical systems in the field.
• Design and improve test plans and safety operating procedures.
• Embed with and train end users at field test events.

Skills

Technical aptitude

Robotics and electromechanical systems

Software deployment tools

Communication

Team management

Job description

Helsing is seeking a Senior Field Engineer in Washington, DC, to lead operations in testing AI-enabled hardware and software products. You will manage test campaigns, coordinate teams, and ensure successful operations at sea and in demanding environments. Candidates should have a strong technical background and experience with autonomous systems.

The role involves significant travel across the US and internationally and offers a competitive compensation package with benefits, including remote/hybrid work options.