Overland AI · 1 week ago
Forward Deployed Hardware Engineer
Ellensburg, WA
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$120K/yr - $150K/yr
5+ years expOverland AI is a company headquartered in Seattle, Washington, focused on transforming land operations for modern defense through advanced robotics and machine learning. They are seeking a Forward Deployed Hardware Engineer to deploy, operate, maintain, troubleshoot, and train end-users on autonomous ground-vehicle platforms in real operational environments, requiring significant hands-on work in the field.
Artificial Intelligence (AI)Autonomous VehiclesMachine LearningRoboticsSoftware
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Deploy and Field-Test Systems : Deploy and test autonomous vehicles and their payloads in real-world environments. When not traveling, you will be supporting payload integration and vehicle field testing between our Seattle and Central Washington State locations
Sustain : Perform hands-on troubleshooting, maintenance, and repair of vehicle systems including electronics, sensors, wiring, power, networking, and mechanical interfaces. Diagnose failures under time pressure and in resource-constrained environments, then implement practical fixes to keep vehicles operational
Develop and Iterate : Contribute to hardware/software integration and enhancements, leveraging user feedback to improve autonomy capabilities
Collaborate Across Teams : Partner with engineers and program managers to ensure seamless deployment and alignment with end-user needs
Document and Analyze : Maintain detailed records of field performance, documenting lessons learned and recommending improvements
Train and Support Users : Provide on-site training and support to end users/operators on system usage, maintenance, and safety. Help ensure operational readiness before and during field deployment
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in engineering, or a similar technical field, or 5 to 8 years of equivalent work experience
Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. DoD security clearance
Preferred
Proven hands-on experience working with vehicles or complex hardware systems
Strong mechanical engineering intuition and the ability to work in ambiguous environment(s)
Proficiency in one or more of the following: robotics, sensors, networking, embedded systems, electronics, off-road vehicle operations and maintenance
Comfort working with electrical systems, sensors, wiring, connectors, and power systems
Experience with uncrewed systems and robotics software (e.g., ROS, CAN, drive-by-wire systems)
Familiarity with autonomous system sensors (LIDAR, cameras)
Experience with programming languages such as Python or C++ is a plus
Knowledge of field-testing protocols and safety-critical environments
Ability to operate and problem solve independently in challenging conditions, including adverse weather and remote locations
Thrive in dynamic, cross-functional teams and small startup environments
Experience deploying hardware and software in defense technology, deep tech, or start up environments
Prior experience supporting hardware during live demos, tests, or operational events
Willingness to co-locate at testing sites or military installations for extended periods, both CONUS and OCONUS
Benefits
Equity compensation
Best-in-class healthcare, dental, and vision plans
Flexible PTO
401k with company match
Parental leave
Company
Overland AI
Overland AI is a manufacturer and developer of autonomous navigation for off-road autonomous vehicles.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$42MKey Investors
8VCPoint72 Ventures
2025-01-13Series A· $32M
2024-05-20Seed· $10M
Leadership Team
Byron Boots
Chief Executive Officer
Stephanie Bonk
Co-Founder, President
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