Field Engineer (Military Background & Cleared)

About Tycho AI

Tycho AI builds autonomy software for unmanned systems operating in GPS- and comms-denied environments. Backed by $10 M in funding and trusted by defense customers, our team is rethinking autonomy from the chip up using modular AI, advanced visual-inertial sensing, and real-time edge compute to unlock next-gen mission capability.

The Opportunity

As our on-site technical lead, you will deploy, integrate, and sustain Tycho AI’s autonomous “agentic intelligence” in live field environments. You’ll bridge our R&D and customer teams—ensuring flawless performance under real-world conditions.

What You’ll Do

Lead end-to-end field deployments: install, configure, and troubleshoot autonomy hardware/software

Serve as primary technical liaison to DoD and allied operator teams

Deliver hands-on training and collect operational feedback for continuous product improvement

Document field data, produce performance reports, and drive iterative enhancements

Coordinate logistics, scheduling, and customer engagement on domestic and overseas missions

You’ll Excel If You Have

2–5 years of field or technical support experience in a military context (Officer or senior NCO)

Active Secret clearance (TS/SCI eligibility a plus)

Proficiency with networking, Linux-based systems, and embedded platforms

Outstanding customer-facing skills and a mission-focused mindset

Passion for travel and adaptability in dynamic, austere environments

Why Join Tycho AI

Direct impact advancing front-line autonomous capabilities in defense

Close collaboration with senior leadership and R&D teams

Early-stage equity opportunity alongside comprehensive benefits

Be a pioneer on a small, expert squad making outsized technical contributions