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 - $180,000 annually. Actual compensation will vary based on several factors, including, but not limited to, education, relevant years of experience, technical expertise, certifications, security clearance level, contract requirements, internal equity, 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.