Junior Solutions Engineer
Company Overview
Performance Drone Works (PDW) is a world leader in autonomous small unmanned aerial systems (sUAS). The PDW team is comprised of drone industry experts, veteran warfighters, and high-performing business professionals. We have a culture of radical transparency, accountability at all levels, and customer-centric design.
Position Overview
PDW is seeking an experienced Junior Solutions Engineer to work with our sales team in supporting technical discovery, field demonstrations, and customer initiatives to support revenue-driving activities. The successful candidate will develop technical deployment and implementation plans and act as a conduit between PDW product teams and customers.
Core Responsibilities:
- Assist with technical demos of PDW products to our partners and government customers
- Gather requirements from process SMEs, document, configure, and implement technical solutions
- Answer technical RFIs to support and shape proposals
- Identify new opportunities to leverage PDW technology across various defense, law enforcement, and commercial mission sets
- Provide well-organized and concise feedback to Product Teams on customer requirements
- Collaborate with PDW engineering teams and product managers to deliver top-notch solutions to customers
Skills and Qualifications:
- 2-3 years of technical experience implementing and operating unmanned systems
- Experience with the deployment of unmanned systems in combat environments
- Knowledge and experience working on technical research and development projects with defense primes, DOD innovation units, and government labs supporting technology transitions to programs of record
- 50-75% travel with the possibility of international travel
- An active passport and the ability to travel internationally are required
- FAA Part 107 License and prior experience operating sUAS
- Experience using Salesforce, Microsoft Suite, and Jira
Educational Qualifications:
Engineering (mechanical/electrical/robotics) degree or equivalent experience
ITAR Requirement
In compliance with International Traffic Arms Regulations (ITAR), candidates must be U.S. Citizens, U.S. Permanent Residents (Green Card holders) or individuals granted asylee/refugee status as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3).
Compensation and Benefits
PDW values our team, and we offer a compensation package reflective of your experience and capabilities. Benefits include:
- Comprehensive BCBS medical, dental, and vision coverage; 80% sponsored by the company.
- Safe Harbor 401(K) with company match.
- Equity participation.
- A relaxed work environment that encourages individuality and innovation.
- Competitive salary, generous paid time off (PTO), and flexible leave options.
Commitment to Inclusivity
PDW is an equal opportunity employer that upholds all federal and state non-discrimination laws. We ensure a fair and unbiased evaluation for employment for all qualified candidates, regardless of race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, marital status, medical condition, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.