Field Operations Specialist

About the role

We are looking for a hands‑on, highly organized Field Operations Specialist to support frequent field testing and demonstrations of high‑speed autonomous off‑road vehicles in remote and austere environments. This execution‑focused role involves managing equipment and inventory, packing out for events, and keeping field operations running smoothly. The position is based in Ellensburg, WA or Yakima, WA, with up to 25% travel, including potential OCONUS travel.

Responsibilities

• Execute field tests and demonstrations locally (Ellensburg and Yakima) and at sites across the continental United States.
• Own inventory control and asset management: tracking, staging, packing, and maintaining equipment and supplies across multiple field events.
• Lead event pack‑out and pack‑in operations: loading, transport, on‑site setup and teardown of field test infrastructure.
• Attend and support field tests multiple times weekly locally; travel monthly for out‑of‑state events, occasionally on short notice.
• Operate off‑road vehicles and light equipment in support of testing (training provided).
• Maintain and improve operational tracking systems (e.g., JIRA, Confluence, logistics software).
• Coordinate with team members and external stakeholders to schedule, resource, and execute field events on time and within budget.
• Support communication with government or military stakeholders as needed for site access, scheduling, and logistics.

Requirements

• 2–5 years of experience in field operations, logistics, event production, or a related hands‑on role.
• Strong experience using and maintaining operational tracking systems such as Jira, Airtable, or Confluence.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Security Clearance.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to manage inventory and physical assets across multiple projects or events.
• Tech‑savvy: comfortable with JIRA, Airtable, or similar tools; able to learn new software quickly.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Self‑starter who takes ownership, works well in a small team, and operates effectively without a defined playbook.
• Field‑test forward mindset: enjoys long days outdoors, adverse conditions, and hands‑on problem solving.
• Bonus: familiarity with military operations, jargon, or experience working alongside military units or contractors.

Skills

• Proficiency with project management or ticketing platforms (Jira, Airtable, Confluence).
• Comfort with basic terminal/command‑line usage.
• Ability to operate off‑road vehicles and light equipment.

Benefits

• Equity compensation
• Best‑in‑class healthcare, dental, and vision plans
• Flexible PTO
• 401(k) with company match
• Parental leave

Pay

Field Operations Specialist: $81,000 – $100,000

Schedule

Up to 25% travel required, including potential OCONUS travel. Field tests occur multiple times weekly locally, with monthly out‑of‑state trips, sometimes on short notice.