Full-Time

Field Service Representative

Fsr

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Epirus

Epirus

201-500 employees

Develops directed energy systems for defense

Compensation Overview

$95k - $116k/yr

Mid, Senior

Carson, CA, USA

Position requires overseas travel. Candidates should be willing to be on travel / TDY away from their home location 90 – 120-day durations, in hazardous duty locations.

US Citizenship Required

Category
Electronics Design Engineering
Embedded Systems Engineering
Electrical Engineering
Required Skills
Operating Systems
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Requirements
  • Technical experience working as a field service representative installing, configuring, testing, maintaining, repairing, operating, and effectively training end users on how to operate equipment.
  • Ability to provide technical advice and guidance on installation, adaptation, configuration and/or enhancement of company technical products, programs, and systems.
  • Candidate must hold a valid U.S. passport or have ability to obtain a U.S. passport.
  • Current SECRET security clearance is required.
  • Bachelor’s Degree and four (4) years of experience with DoD and major systems or programs, OR, a high school diploma and eight (8) years of experience with DoD and major systems or programs
  • 4 to 6 years of progressively responsible experience with CUAS Systems (RF Detection, Radar, EO/ IR Optical systems, Command and Control (C2) Systems.
  • Experience working independently, or as a team member, to solve project and/or engineering problems.
  • Strong mechanical aptitude; experience working with tools.
  • Ability to use and communicate a wide variety of technical data from OEM manuals, engineering drawings, etc. to engineers as well as to non-technical system end users.
  • Position requires daily interface with customers at numerous levels.
  • Candidate must possess, and use, a high degree of tact and interpersonal communication skills in daily interactions with team members, clients, vendors, and end users.
Responsibilities
  • Conduct temporary install / uninstall of HPM-CUAS systems in a variety of locations / environmental conditions to support client operations, test and evaluations, Tactics, Techniques and Procedure (TTP) / Doctrine development, and New Equipment Training (NET) courses.
  • Conduct permanent / semi-permanent installs and continuing operational support, monitoring, and maintenance of HPM-CUAS systems in a variety of locations / environmental conditions to support client operations, test and evaluations, Tactics, Techniques and Procedure (TTP) / Doctrine development, and New Equipment Training (NET) courses.
  • Make recommendations to the Field Operations and Sustainment Manager for equipment modifications / upgrades based on experience gained through testing and operational use of HPM-CUAS systems.
  • Deploy overseas locations to perform technical inspections, system checks, fault diagnosis, identify cause of failures, and replace Line Repairable Unit (LRU), test and restore HPM-CUAS systems to full functionality.
  • Conduct basic programming of HPM-CUAS systems (install / upgrade firmware, software upgrades, etc.).
  • Work with the Epirus training and enablement team to develop and conduct training on the proper care, use, maintenance, and preventive maintenance of systems.
Desired Qualifications
  • Routine manual lifting of objects 50-80 pounds such as boxes and other equipment. Perform work in unusual and sometimes difficult positions such as climbing ladders; high lift equipment up to 40 feet, crawl spaces, above ceilings, etc. Manual dexterity required for frequent reaching, climbing, and lifting of moderate objects, operation of power and manual tools/equipment, and operating office equipment.
  • Typical overseas assignments are frequently performed in both internal and external environments with a variety of weather conditions. Ability to work under extreme hot or cold weather conditions with exposure to dust or dirt is routine and may require the use of protective personal equipment (PPE).
  • This position will require overseas travel. Candidates should be willing to be on travel / TDY away from their home location 90 – 120-day durations, in hazardous duty locations.
  • FAA Part 107 certification

Epirus specializes in directed energy systems and power management solutions, primarily serving the defense and commercial power markets. Its main product, the Leonidas system, is a high-power microwave solution designed to neutralize electronic threats, especially unmanned aerial systems (drones). The Leonidas system has undergone extensive testing to ensure its effectiveness in countering these threats. Epirus distinguishes itself from competitors through strategic partnerships with major defense contractors like Northrop Grumman, which enhances its credibility and market presence. The company's goal is to develop and deploy advanced directed energy systems, generating revenue through sales and long-term contracts with defense agencies and contractors.

Company Size

201-500

Company Stage

Series D

Total Funding

$548.4M

Headquarters

Hawthorne, California

Founded

2018

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What believers are saying

  • Recent $250M funding round supports scaling of Leonidas and international market expansion.
  • Introduction of Leonidas H2O opens new opportunities in maritime interdiction and UAV protection.
  • New simulation center in Oklahoma enhances R&D capabilities for advanced system testing.

What critics are saying

  • Emerging competition from companies like Anduril Industries may impact market share.
  • Potential supply chain delays could affect production timelines for high-power systems.
  • Increased scrutiny on defense exports may limit international market expansion.

What makes Epirus unique

  • Epirus specializes in solid-state, software-defined directed energy systems for defense applications.
  • The Leonidas system offers precision counter-electronics effects against unmanned aerial systems.
  • Strategic partnerships with industry giants like Northrop Grumman enhance Epirus's market credibility.

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Benefits

Medical, vision, & dental

HSA & FSA plans

401k

Stock options

Electronics stipend

Unlimited PTO

Parental leave

On-site gym

Daily catered lunches & stocked kitchen

Growth & Insights and Company News

Headcount

6 month growth

-1%

1 year growth

-2%

2 year growth

-5%
Naval News
Apr 9th, 2025
Epirus Introduces Leonidas H2O, High-Power Microwave System for Maritime Interdiction and UAV Protection

Epirus introduces Leonidas H2O, high-power microwave system for maritime interdiction and UAV protection.

Wccftech
Mar 17th, 2025
William Blair Notes That Palantir And Databricks "Rarely See Each Other In Bidding Situations" Due To The Industry's High TAM, Which Explains The Recent Partnership Between The 2 Rivals

"Palantir also announced other new customer logos at its AIPCon customer conference, including smartphone chip giant Qualcomm (QCOM $155.67) and Epirus, the leading provider of microwave counter-drone systems."

Intelligence360
Mar 17th, 2025
Epirus Secures $250M to Scale Leonidas

Epirus has closed a $250 million Series D funding round, bringing its total venture funding to over $550 million. The funding will accelerate the production of its Leonidas™ high-power microwave technology for counter-electronics applications, expand international and commercial growth, and enhance U.S. manufacturing. The round was led by 8VC and Washington Harbour Partners, with participation from new and returning investors. Epirus aims to advance defense capabilities against drone swarms and other electronic threats.

Grey Journal
Mar 8th, 2025
Epirus raises 250 million dollars to revolutionize anti-drone technology

Defense startup Epirus has successfully raised $250 million in a Series D funding round, led by prominent investors 8VC and Washington Harbour Partners.

The Star
Mar 5th, 2025
Defense tech startup Epirus secures $250 million to make anti-drone weapons

(Reuters) -Defense technology startup Epirus has raised $250 million in a Series D funding round, as it looks to scale up production of its anti-drone weapons, the company said on Wednesday.