Mission Operator
Job Location:
Paso Robles, CA - USA
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Job Summary
About the Role
Our client an innovative leader in the defense technology sector is seeking a high-performing Mission Operator to join their test facility in Paso Robles CA. This is a fully on-site hands-on role designed for an operational expert who thrives at the intersection of tactical military experience and cutting-edge autonomous technology.
If you have a background in combat operations a passion for unmanned systems and the mechanical grit to troubleshoot hardware in the dirt this is your next mission.
Deploy & Operate: Lead the field operation testing and deployment of complex Unmanned Ground Vehicles (UGVs) UAVs and autonomous robotic systems in rugged test environments.
Field Engineering & Troubleshooting: Act as the first line of defense for hardware failures. Perform real-time mechanical and electrical troubleshooting component swaps and basic field repairs independently.
Logistics & Navigation: Independently manage field logistics coordinate range controls and navigate complex defense operations and base access protocols.
Feedback Loop: Partner closely with engineering teams translating field performance data and operational challenges into actionable technical requirements.
Experience: 26 years of experience in military field operations (combat arms preferred) or defense field operations with extensive hands-on operational exposure.
Military Background: Combat arms MOS (11B 18-series 13F or equivalent) with infantry Special Forces or Rangers experience is strongly preferred.
Technical Familiarity: Proven track record operating or sustaining UGVs UAVs drones or complex robotics in the field (not just in a lab setting).
Education & Grit: Some exposure to engineering (Mechanical or Electrical) via coursework or a degree combined with a strong mechanical intuition (e.g. the ability to change tires swap parts and fix machinery on the fly).
Industry Bonus: Prior experience working within a fast-paced defense tech startup environment is a significant plus.
