Forward Deployed Engineer

About the Role

As a Forward Deployed Engineer at Bridge Defense, you will bridge the gap between mission users and modern technology. You’ll work on-site with government and defense customers to deploy, customize, and support advanced software platforms; directly shaping solutions that solve the hardest national security problems.


What You’ll Do

• Rapidly deploy, integrate, and support software in secure/field environments, collaborating closely with operators and mission users
• Translate real-world requirements into technical solutions and prototypes
• Build and automate data pipelines, integrations, and custom applications to meet evolving customer needs
• Serve as a trusted technical advisor and hands-on engineer for customer teams
• Troubleshoot issues and iterate quickly to ensure mission success

What You’ll Bring

• 2+ years of experience in software engineering or technical deployment roles
• Strong coding skills in Python, JavaScript/TypeScript, or similar languages
• Ability to work on-site with government users, including classified or secure environments
• Creative problem-solver, comfortable with ambiguity, and passionate about national security
• Strong communication skills and a customer-first mindset

Bonus Points For

• Experience deploying or supporting mission-critical software in field or tactical settings
• Familiarity with government/defense platforms (Palantir, TAK, AWS GovCloud, etc.)
• Prior consulting, technical customer success, or rapid prototyping experience

Security Clearance

• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government security clearance: active TS/SCI clearance.

General Factors:

• Depending on project requirements, may be required to work within a compressed schedule; overtime should be expected when schedules demand it.
• Willing to travel up to 50%, if needed.
• No Relocation assistance.
• Anticipated Salary Range: $135,000.00 - $150,000 annually, depending on experience, technical skills, clearance level, and overall qualifications.
• Bridge Defense offers a comprehensive benefits package that may include medical, dental, vision, 401(k), paid time off, paid holidays, life insurance and disability coverage.