# Field Operations Specialist

**Company:** [NODA AI](https://hotfix.jobs/companies/noda-ai)
**Location:** Austin, TX
**Role:** Other
**Experience:** 2+ years
**Skills:** uas, Robotics, faa part 107, rpic, Python, cli, Jira, Confluence, Notion, ipc soldering, electronics, Inventory Management
**Posted:** 2026-07-24

> Field Operations Specialist supporting deployment of autonomous unmanned systems (UAS/robotics) through hands-on assembly, integration, troubleshooting, logistics coordination, and supervision of junior staff. Requires 2+ years technical experience, FAA Part 107 certification, ability to travel up to 50%, and customer-facing skills.

## Job Description

## Key Responsibilities
- Engage with customers onsite, providing technical guidance and representing NODA professionally.
- Assist in planning logistics for travel, shipping, and equipment readiness.
- Build, wire, and test UAS/robotic platforms, payloads, and support equipment.
- Track, repair, and maintain lab equipment, spare parts, and test assets.
- Lead setup/teardown and technical troubleshooting at multi-domain field exercises.
- Conduct inspections to ensure accuracy, durability, and repeatability of assemblies.
- Maintain a safe, organized, and well-documented lab and field environment.
- Draft and maintain event-specific documentation: assembly procedures, deployment logs, checklists, and after-action reports (AARs).
- Verify platforms are flight-ready before transport and deployment.
- Coordinate with engineering and mission teams to ensure event readiness.
- Document issues and fixes in real time to capture lessons learned.
- Oversee junior field staff during operations and ensure smooth team coordination.

## Required Qualifications
- U.S. Citizen (required).
- High school diploma or equivalent; technical certificate, associate degree, or equivalent military/industry experience preferred.
- 2+ years of hands-on technical experience (assembly, lab, or field environment).
- FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate and must have RPIC & EP experience.
- Strong organizational skills and experience coordinating logistics or operations.
- Comfortable working in both lab and outdoor field environments.
- Ability to lift 60 lbs and work in dynamic field conditions.

## Preferred Qualifications
- IPC soldering or electronics certification.
- Experience leading small teams in technical or field environments.
- Familiarity with lab management or inventory software.
- Comfort with scripting, dashboards, or log retrieval tools (e.g., Python, CLI, spreadsheets).
- Familiarity with project management or collaboration tools (e.g., Jira, Confluence, Notion).
- Self-directed and team-oriented, with a willingness to take initiative.

## Skills & Attributes
- Strong leadership and communication skills.
- Quality control mindset with attention to detail.
- Ability to interact effectively with customers and represent NODA in the field.
- Independent problem-solving combined with collaborative, team-oriented approach.
- Comfortable balancing hands-on technical work with operational planning and supervision.

## Benefits & Perks
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans.
- 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan + Company match.
- Equity grants for new hires.
- Unlimited PTO.
- 11 Paid holidays.
- Extremely generous company holiday calendar, including a holiday hiatus in November & December.
- Generous Parental Leave.
- Military Leave for annual training or service requirements.
- FSA, DCFSA, HSA.
- Professional Development Opportunities.
- Access to One Medical.
- Mental Health Resources: free mental health resources 24/7 including therapy.
- Additional work-life services, such as free legal and financial support.

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