Job description
Location:
Ukraine
Type:
Fulltime
In today’s world of constant global security challenges, innovation in defense is no luxury. After years of budget cuts, military personnel need to train and work with inadequate and insufficient equipment. We have an opportunity to change that.
At Intelic, we are a group of highly committed professionals building one of the fastest-growing start-ups based in Amsterdam. We create advanced software for unmanned systems in the defense sector. As a software company at our core, we build intelligence that gives unmanned platforms the speed, coordination and reliability that critical missions demand. Our technology ensures that decisions are made with accuracy when it matters most.
Responsibilities
Intelic is strengthening its presence in Ukraine by building trusted relationships with key partners and military end users. To support this mission, we are looking for a Field Support Engineer who will work directly with Ukrainian military stakeholders and partners, ensuring the reliable deployment, integration, and frontline support of Intelic’s solutions in Ukraine. You will enable military end-users and partners to operate effectively by serving as the critical technical link between end users and partners in Ukraine and the development team in the Netherlands. The role is field-oriented, full-time with a flexible schedule, and requires frequent travel across Ukraine. You will report to the Customer Success Lead and act as a local extension of the Netherlands-based development and customer success teams.
• Provide Level 1 technical support to partners and end-users (hardware/software issues, deployment support).
• Deploy and integrate Intelic’s solutions on-site (no coding required).
• Configure local systems, radios, and networks to ensure smooth integration.
• Support onboarding and limited field training of end-users and partners (train-the-trainer model).
• Conduct field testing and quality assurance together with military and technical partners.
• Document issues, fixes, and field learnings for internal feedback and improvement loops.
• Act as a local extension of the Netherlands-based development and customer success teams.
• Coordinate and report progress across key checkpoints (e.g., testing, deployments).
• Stay in regular communication with headquarters, providing timely updates.
What You Will Bring
• Ukrainian citizenship or legal right to work in Ukraine.
• Technical education (engineering, IT, telecommunications, etc.).
• Strong troubleshooting experience with radios, networks, and deployment issues.
• Proven experience in working with UxVs, including hands-on knowledge of Mission Planner, ArduPilot, MAVLink, and flight controllers such as Pixhawk.
• Willingness to work in conflict zones and under dynamic field conditions.
• Readiness for irregular working hours, including possible weekend duties.
• Ability to work independently and maintain composure under pressure.
• Strong problem-solving mindset and hands-on technical skills.
• Valid driving license (category B).
• Prior experience in the defense sector, humanitarian missions, or field operations.
• Familiarity with GIS tools, telemetry systems, or network troubleshooting.
• Knowledge of Linux, embedded systems, or remote hardware management.
• Prior collaboration with NGOs, military units, or international partners.
• Fluent in the Ukrainian language.
• English proficiency (written and spoken) at an intermediate level.
What Success Looks Like in Your First Year
• Intelic’s solutions are reliably deployed and integrated with partners and military end-users in Ukraine.
• Technical issues are resolved efficiently in the field, minimizing downtime and operational risk.
• End-users and partners are effectively onboarded and supported through train-the-trainer enablement.
• Field testing and deployments are executed smoothly in coordination with military and technical partners.
• Clear documentation and structured feedback loops continuously improve product quality and deployment practices.
• Headquarters receives timely, accurate updates from the field, enabling effective coordination and decision-making.
Why Join Intelic
• Talented Team: Collaborate with some of the brightest engineers and defense experts in the Netherlands.
• Scale-up Momentum: Join at a pivotal growth stage where you can help shape both the product and the company.
• Hands-On Testing: See your work in action through regular real-world field testing.
• Meaningful Impact: Contribute to mission-critical technology that directly improves safety and effectiveness in defense operations.
• Innovation at the Core: Tackle complex engineering challenges and push the boundaries of autonomy in defense.
What We Offer
• Full-time position & official employment
• Competitive salary (based on interview results)
• On-site work in Kyiv with regular travels
• Work on innovative and impactful products
• Reservation from mobilization
• 25 vacation days per year (full-time basis)
• Travel reimbursement
• Talented Team: collaborate with top engineers and defense experts from the Netherlands
• Scale-up Momentum: join during a high-impact growth phase
• Meaningful Impact: support mission-critical defense operations
We look forward to receiving your application and getting to know you. If you have any questions, please contact our recruiter Liliia at liliia@intelic.ai.