Mission Operations Manager

Company background

Swarmbotics AI is a low-cost, swarm robotics company for industry and defense.  We see a world of ubiquitous low-cost robots transforming almost all aspects of society, but we see an urgent need in the defense industry.  We focus on building swarms of robots that incorporate a low-cost BOM, an autonomous stack optimized for off the shelf components, and a global planner that enables swarm capabilities for groups of robots to accomplish sophisticated tasks.  

Our first product is a defense application building Unmanned Ground Vehicles (UGVs), collectively termed - Attritable, Networked, Tactical Swarm (ANTS).  Each UGV in ANTS is an independently-tasked, attritable robot designed for on-demand and autonomous mobility.  When operating as a swarm, ANTS is capable of executing more advanced and coordinated, high-level capabilities across a battlespace.  ANTS will help solve some of the DoD’s biggest problems that will save lives and increase defense capabilities. 

Job description

Swarmbotics is on the forefront of deploying unmanned ground vehicle (UGV) swarms for defense application. We are seeking a Mission Operations Manager to deploy to Department of Defense bases and test sites to conduct live robot demonstrations, exercises, and field events. You'll serve as a frontline operator, technician, and evangelist for our systems, engaging directly with end users to capture valuable feedback, questions, and requirements. This role supports our sales and business development efforts by helping convert field interest into customer traction. You'll be responsible for the setup, troubleshooting, and safe operation of our robot platforms in the field, while working closely with engineering teams to relay insights and improve product performance. This position requires frequent travel, potentially up to 2-3 times per month and/or on short notice.

Required qualifications

• Experience deploying to and operating in DoD environments
• Strong troubleshooting skills for technical systems in austere conditions
• Excellent communication skills to both end-users and decision-makers
• Professional presence in customer-facing and high-visibility environments
• Proven ability to capture and relay user feedback to technical teams
• Willingness to travel
• Technical aptitude and ability to quickly learn new tools, systems, and workflows
• US citizenship and ability to obtain appropriate security clearances

Preferred qualifications

• Prior military experience (enlisted or officer, any branch)
• Experience with DoD R&D programming and early milestone development
• Hands-on experience with robotics or unmanned systems
• Demonstrated success in on-contract growth and upsell, ideally with government buyers
• Experience supporting sales/BD efforts in defense or government sectors
• Background in field testing, demonstrations, or training in technical environments
• Experience maintaining technical equipment in challenging field conditions
• Knowledge of DoD acquisition processes and stakeholder relationships

The preceding description is not designed to be a complete list of all duties and responsibilities required for the position. Swarmbotics is an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be treated with respect and receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, caste, creed, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, disability, uniform service, Veteran status, age, or any other protected characteristic per federal, state, or local law.