Founding Forward Deployed Engineer with Security Clearance

Founding Forward Deployed Engineer We are building the Decision-Making Engine of the 21st Century to ensure the US maintains overwhelming military advantages. This is a chance to join a team of warfighters and high-velocity builders dedicated to transforming national security at the speed of conflict. We seek engineers who are driven by impact, autonomy, and the mission to deliver asymmetric advantage. The Role: Defining Capability As a Founding Forward Deployed Mission Engineer, you don't just write code; you define capability. You are embedded with end-users, designing, building, and deploying full-stack, mission-critical solutions in the field. Your Mandate - Solve in the Field: Work directly with operators to diagnose pain points and ship rapid solutions. - Build & Abstract: Evolve successful field demos into reusable, core platform components. - Own the Outcome: Scope ambiguous problems and deliver end-to-end, high-value product demos. We Seek: High-Velocity Builders * Engineering Proficiency: Strong foundational skills in Python, Java, C++, JavaScript, or Typescript. * Systems Design: Experience developing complex, scalable, customer-facing systems. * Full Stack Experience: Experience with React-based frameworks (Next.js, Vite). * Secure Deployment: Familiarity with DevSecOps and the Authority to Operate (ATO) process. * Bias to Action: Reduce uncertainty through decisive, rapid execution and radical ownership. * Practical experience with reinforcement learning (RL) or ML model development. Location & Clearance * Location: DMV - Washington DC Metro Area - Hybrid / Remote / Moderate Travel. * Security: US Citizen with ability to obtain a clearance. Active Secret or TS/SCI preferred.