Field Deployment Engineer (AI)

TL;DR

Field Deployment Engineer (AI/Defense): Deployment and sustenance of ground systems across multiple sites with an accent on combining hands-on hardware installation with software configuration. Focus on establishing repeatable deployment methodologies, commissioning complex integrated systems, and enabling local operational teams.

Location: On-site in Paris

Company

hirify.global is a next-generation defense prime building autonomous and scalable defense systems.

What you will do

• Conduct site assessments to identify prerequisites and constraints for system installation.
• Perform physical assembly, connection, and bring-up of hardware components on site.
• Install and configure system software on Linux environments for specific operational contexts.
• Execute end-to-end commissioning to verify full system functionality across hardware and software.
• Develop deployment playbooks and documentation to ensure repeatable processes across sites.
• Train and enable local deployment teams and provide technical feedback to engineering.

Requirements

• 2–5 years of experience in field operations, systems integration, or manufacturing of complex hardware/software systems.
• Proven dual capability in both physical hardware assembly and software configuration.
• Electromechanical aptitude, including the ability to read technical diagrams and schematics.
• Strong understanding of networking fundamentals for connectivity setup and diagnostics.
• English proficiency is mandatory.
• Must be comfortable with high travel rates and extended on-site campaigns.

Nice to have

• Experience documenting or standardizing deployment processes for multi-site use.
• Background in training or instructing end-users (train-the-trainer).
• Experience working across multiple geographies.

Culture & Benefits

• Opportunity to work on mission-critical autonomous systems with real-world impact.
• High-growth environment following a successful $200M Series B funding.
• Culture of excellence, ambition, and tackling the hardest technical challenges.
• Environment emphasizing ownership, rigor, and execution.