The future of defense will be decided by those who field intelligent machines at scale. At Scout AI, we’re developing Fury, the first robotic foundation model for defense, to give U.S. forces overwhelming, adaptable, and autonomous power across every domain. Fury enables human operators to command fleets of robots through natural language, and empowers those machines to sense, decide, and act together as one. This mission will ask everything of us: urgency, precision, and relentless work.

The Role

We’re hiring Mission Operators to act as forward-deployed operators and field engineers for our unmanned ground vehicle programs. You’ll own system performance in real-world environments, executing field missions, supporting high-visibility customer demos, and ensuring platforms are mission-ready at all times. Operating at the intersection of engineering, operations, and customer engagement, you’ll run test events, operate autonomous systems, and troubleshoot issues across hardware and software in real time. You’ll work closely with engineers to validate performance, drive rapid iteration, and deliver actionable field feedback.

This is a hands-on, field-heavy role. You’ll deploy, operate, and recover systems in dynamic environments while maintaining high standards of safety, professionalism, and technical execution. You’ll also represent Scout in front of customers, clearly communicating system capabilities and performance under real-world conditions.

Responsibilities

Lead forward-deployed operation of autonomous and semi-autonomous ground systems in complex, real-world environments, supporting customer-facing demonstrations and field evaluations

Execute and adapt mission test plans in dynamic conditions, ensuring successful outcomes while maintaining strict safety and operational standards

Serve as the on-site technical authority during field operations, diagnosing and resolving mechanical, electrical, and software issues in real time

Interface directly with high-priority customers and stakeholders, briefing system capabilities, conducting live demonstrations, and representing product performance in the field

Coordinate end-to-end field logistics including system deployment, mobility, sustainment, and recovery across distributed test environments

Drive system readiness through hands-on maintenance, inspection, and rapid repair of vehicles, payloads, and supporting equipment

Capture and communicate actionable field insights to engineering and product teams, influencing system improvements and future development

Maintain operational awareness of system health, performance, and limitations to ensure mission success under austere conditions

Enforce and model disciplined safety practices for personnel, equipment, and autonomous system operations

Qualifications

Experience operating and sustaining vehicles, robotic systems, or complex field equipment in dynamic environments

Proficiency in off-road driving, trailering, and executing operations in austere or rugged conditions

Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills, with the ability to diagnose and resolve issues across hardware and software systems

High level of situational awareness with a disciplined approach to safety in field operations

Effective communicator under pressure, capable of coordinating with engineering teams and interfacing with customers in real time

Self-directed and adaptable, with the ability to operate independently in field-heavy, fast-paced environments

Willingness and enthusiasm to spend significant time outdoors supporting field missions and test operations

Mission-driven, with a strong interest in advancing autonomous systems for defense applications

Ability to travel 50–75% to support testing, deployments, and customer engagements

Must be a U.S. Person due to required access to U.S. export controlled information or facilities

Passion about defense of the United States and its allies

May be expected to obtain and hold a U.S. Top Secret security clearance

Why Join Scout

Work on the world’s most important frontier, ensuring U.S. and allied dominance in the age of intelligent machines