Job Description & ResponsibilitiesPersistent Systems is seeking a DeployedField Application Engineer, International, to join our growing global team.In this dynamic, field-oriented role,you will be a critical link between the customer and our internal teams, providing vital technical support and ensuring our customers can achieve their operationalobjectives. You will lead technical integrations, deliver hands-on training, and support extended field efforts across multiple international locations.
This position requires a unique mix of technicalproficiency, customer engagement experience, and a willingness to travel extensively, including trips between 45-60 days, to support mission-critical deployments in fast-paced, real-world environments.
Position Responsibilities
- Act as the primary technical lead on complex, high-priority internationaldeploymentsand customer engagements
- Deploy internationally for extended durations (weeks to months) to support product demonstrations, trials, live deployments, and operational rollouts
- Execute technical integrations of Wave RelayMANET solutions into customer platforms, systems, and existing infrastructure (e.g., sensors, C2 platforms, UAVs, USVs and ground systems)
- Deliver comprehensive technical training to end users, partners, and system integrators, both in the field and in structured environments
- Design,validate, andoptimizeend-to-end MANET architecture based on mission requirements
- Provide on-site support and troubleshooting of network deployments, ensuring system performance and reliability
- Serve as a trusted advisor to customers and partners, explaining complex technical concepts in a clear and concise manner
- Act as a bridge between customers and engineering, capturing operational feedback, feature requests, and emerging use cases to inform product development
- Collaborate closely with Business Development and Sales teams to support technical proposals, RFI/RFP responses, and strategic opportunities
- Maintain expert knowledge of Persistent Systems products to develop and present unique solutions, andmaintainknowledge of emerging trends in technology and online advertising
Job Qualifications & Experience
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelors degree in electrical engineering,computerscience,informationtechnology, or related field (or equivalent military/industry experience)
- 35+ years of experience in a Sales Engineering, Field Engineering, Systems Integration, or Technical Support role
- Proven ability to execute technical integrations and deliver end-user training in customer-facing environments
- Strong background in IP networking, RF communications, mesh networking, and system-level troubleshooting
- Willingness and ability totravel internationally up to 5070%of the time, includingextended deployments (45-60 days)asrequired
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and customer engagement skills
- Ability to work independently, manage field efforts, and prioritize in high-pressure situations
- Self-Starter:Demonstratesa high degree of autonomy and accountability. Able tooperateeffectively with minimal oversight and independently drive initiatives forward
- Strong Individual Contributor: Takes ownership of tasks and consistently delivers high-quality work while balancing multiple competing priorities
- Strategic Prioritization: Skilled at assessingobjectivesand aligning daily activities with broader team and business goals
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience supporting military, government, or defense-industry customers
- Background in tactical communications
- Experience with integration of C4ISR platforms, unmanned systems (UAV/UAS), or mobile command centers
- Familiarity with encryption, cybersecurity principles, and secure communications protocols
- Experience working across diverse cultural and regulatory environments
- Active Security Clearance (or the ability to obtain)
The base pay for this role can vary from $106,200 to $132,700 based on individual qualifications. Eligibility for yearly discretionary bonus. Persistent Systems, LLC offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance; paid time off (sick time and vacation time); flexible spending accounts; 401(k) plan with company match; fitness membership reimbursement; tuition assistance; mental health benefits; and pet discounts.