EU Field Operations Executive

About Us

Harmattan AI is a next-generation defense prime building autonomous and scalable defense systems. Following the close of a $200M Series B, valuing the company at $1.4 billion, we are expanding our teams and capabilities to deliver mission-critical systems to allied forces.

Our work is guided by clear values: building technologies with real-world impact, pursuing excellence in everything we do, setting ambitious goals, and taking on the hardest technical challenges. We operate in a demanding environment where rigor, ownership, and execution are expected.

About the Role

We are hiring a Field Operations Executive to execute demonstrations, deployments, and field operations in support of customer engagements.

Reporting to an Engagement Manager, you will be responsible for operating our systems in real-world environments, ensuring readiness, customer deployments.

This is a highly operational, field-first role, requiring strong technical grounding, autonomy, and execution under real-world constraints.

Responsibilities

Field Execution

Execute technical demonstrations, tests, and deployments in operational environments

Operate UAV systems, payloads, and software during customer demos and trials

Ensure systems are mission-ready, calibrated, and fully functional before deployment

System Operation & Troubleshooting

Monitor system performance in real time and troubleshoot issues in the field

Identify and resolve hardware, software, and integration issues under time constraints

Support integration and validation of systems in customer or partner environments

Preparation & Logistics

Prepare and configure demo kits, hardware, and software stacks

Manage field logistics, including transport, setup, and teardown of systems

Ensure compliance with operational and safety procedures

Data & Feedback

Collect and structure field data, logs, and observations

Support post-mission analysis (flight logs, system performance, anomalies)

Provide clear and actionable feedback to Engagement, Product, and Engineering teams

Continuous Improvement

Contribute to improving demo workflows, operational processes, and field playbooks

Support the standardization of tools and procedures for repeatable, high-quality deployments

Candidate Requirements

Experience in field operations, testing, or deployment of UAVs, robotics, or complex technical systems

Strong hands-on ability with hardware + software systems

Comfortable operating in real-world, sometimes constrained environments

Proven ability to troubleshoot technical issues under pressure

Adaptability & Mobility: Thrives under pressure in a fast-paced, dynamic environment; embraces a “no-task-is-too-small” mentality.

Communication & Influence: Excellent written and verbal communication, capable of leading diverse principals – from junior members to senior executives.

Commitment: 100% dedication to Harmattan AI’s mission, vision, and ambitious growth plans, ready to go the extra mile to ensure operational excellence.

UAV pilot license strongly preferred

High willingness to travel (significant field presence required)

We look forward to hearing how you can help shape the future of autonomous defense systems at Harmattan AI.