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Staff Engineer, Field Service (R6120)

Shield AISan Diego, CaliforniaIntegration & Test
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Salary
$140K - $210K USD
Job type
Full Time Employee
Posted
28 Sept 2026
Status
Open · checked 7d ago

About this role

The Staff Engineer, Field Service role at Defense in San Diego is an exciting opportunity for a professional with a background in computer vision and customer training. This position is ideal for someone who can combine technical fluency with operational credibility to support advanced defense technology solutions.

Role Overview

In this San Diego based position, the staff engineer works within the integration and test department to support customer demonstrations, operator training, and operational adoption of cutting-edge technology. The team focuses on applying computer vision and artificial intelligence to assist defense and government customers in gaining actionable insights from optical sensors. Collaboration with product management, engineering, and business development teams ensures clients fully understand and successfully employ these advanced capabilities.

Key Responsibilities

Support customer demonstrations and highlight the practical applications of autonomy and vision systems portfolios.
Deliver operator training to ensure military and commercial users can effectively utilize optical sensor technologies.
Drive operational adoption of products like Hivemind autonomy software and aircraft solutions.
Act as a bridge between engineering teams and end-users by communicating customer needs and operational demands.
Engage directly with clients to help them evaluate and integrate complex multi-sensor information sources.

Skills and Tools

Computer Vision
Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML) technologies
Technical instruction and customer engagement
Operational sensor integration and workload management

Salary and Benefits

The annual salary for this full-time position ranges from $140,000 to $210,000 USD per year.

About the Company

Defense, operating as Shield AI, is a venture-backed defense-technology enterprise focused on protecting service members and civilians through the use of intelligent systems. The organization develops innovative products such as Hivemind autonomy software, V-BAT and X-BAT aircraft, alongside simulation technologies. With a global presence spanning multiple continents, the company supports active operations worldwide.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should visit the official company careers page to submit an application for this position.

Skills and tech stack

Questions candidates ask

What is the location of the Staff Engineer, Field Service role?

The position is located in San Diego, California, and is a full-time, on-site employment opportunity.

What is the salary range for this position?

The annual salary for this role ranges from $140,000 to $210,000 USD.

What skills are required for this role?

The primary skill required for this role is computer vision, along with technical fluency, training capabilities, and an understanding of operational sensor workflows.

What does the company do?

Defense (Shield AI) is a venture-backed defense-tech company that builds intelligent systems, autonomous software, and aircraft to protect service members and civilians.

How do I apply for the Staff Engineer, Field Service job?

You can apply by visiting the official company careers page.

Ready to apply?

The application is on the official Shield AI careers page.

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