NODA's Software-Defined Effects (SDFX) engine projects and maintains commander's intent across heterogeneous unmanned systems in contested, multi-domain environments, transforming fleets that are merely coordinated into a decisive force that executes a... Backed by Bessemer.
About the role
The Tactical Communications and Field Systems Engineer designs, integrates, and maintains the networks that connect NODA’s unmanned platforms, ground control stations, and customer systems. The role supports field testing, demonstrations, exercises, and operational deployments, with responsibility for communications readiness, troubleshooting, and technical documentation. Found on 1752vc Careers, the job board for startup and VC roles.
What they're looking for
- At least five years of experience planning, installing, operating, and maintaining tactical communications as a military communicator or field service representative, including deployments with combat or combat support units
- Proficiency in IP networking, including subnetting, DHCP, VLANs, routing, firewalls, VPNs, and Ethernet connections between radios, ground control stations, and payloads
- Experience with COMSEC key handling and accountability, TRANSEC, emission control, spectrum coordination, and PACE planning in environments affected by electronic warfare or jamming
- U.S. citizen with an active DoD Secret clearance or eligibility for reinstatement. A valid U.S. passport, or the ability to obtain one, and the ability to meet deployment medical and processing requirements
- Ability to travel up to 50%, including internationally and to combat zones, work nights and weekends as required, and lift up to 60 pounds in demanding field conditions
- CompTIA Security+, Network+, Linux+, Cisco CCNA, or a certification applicable to DoD 8140 workforce requirements
More about this role
Travel: Up to 50%, including international travel and deployments to combat zones
Clearance: U.S. citizen with an active DoD Secret clearance or eligibility for reinstatement
NODA is a Veteran-owned, venture-backed technology company that is transforming how unmanned systems collaborate in complex, mission-critical environments. We are developing next-generation solutions that enable the autonomous orchestration of heterogeneous unmanned systems across air, sea, land, and space with vital applications in the defense, intelligence, and commercial sectors.
Joining NODA means working on meaningful technology that pushes the boundaries of autonomy alongside a team that thrives on innovation, rapid iteration, and collaboration.
The Tactical Communications and Field Systems Engineer designs, integrates, and maintains the networks that connect NODA’s unmanned platforms, ground control stations, and customer systems. The role supports field testing, demonstrations, exercises, and operational deployments, with responsibility for communications readiness, troubleshooting, and technical documentation.
Develop mission communications plans covering radio and satellite links, mesh networks, IP...
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