Project Chief Engineer

Daedalean AG; Zürich; Hybrid; CHF 90’000 - 150’000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Join a forward-thinking startup dedicated to revolutionizing air travel through cutting-edge technologies in computer vision and robotics. As a key player in the team, you will provide technical leadership in developing innovative solutions for piloted and autonomous aircraft. Your expertise in avionics and flight controls will be crucial in defining system architectures and ensuring compliance with aerospace standards. This role offers the opportunity to tackle challenging problems alongside a team of experienced engineers, all while enjoying a hybrid work environment and benefits that support your professional growth and well-being. If you're passionate about pushing the boundaries of aviation technology, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Leistungen

Pilot license subsidy

Learning & Development budget

Gym membership

Hybrid work setting

Qualifikationen

• 10+ years of experience in avionics and flight controls.
• Hands-on experience with electronics and aerospace development processes.

Aufgaben

• Lead technical design and development for autonomous aircraft solutions.
• Manage project scope, system architectures, and certification compliance.

Kenntnisse

Avionics

Flight Controls

Electronics

AI/ML Applications

Ausbildung

MS in Aerospace Engineering

PhD in Electrical Engineering

Tools

ARP4754A

DO-178C

DO-254

Jobbeschreibung

About us:

Daedalean is a Zürich-based startup founded by experienced engineers who want to completely revolutionize air travel within the next decade. We combine computer vision, deep learning, and robotics to develop full “level-5” autonomy for flying vehicles.

Your role:

To provide technical leadership supporting the design and development of Daedalean’s suite of solutions for piloted and/or autonomous aircraft.

Responsibilities:

• Working with visual and digital sensor technologies, fusion algorithms, situational awareness algorithms, threat assessment, threat risk mitigation, flight guidance, flight computers, and aircraft integration.
• Technical authority over a full development project scope.
• Define system architectures, considering functional hazards and safety requirements.
• Define baselines and manage configuration.
• Manage cross-team interfaces and requirements.
• Manage change.
• Ensure development process adherence.
• Evaluate supplier capabilities and provide recommendations.
• Oversee certification compliance.
• Capture lessons and implement improvements.
• Support the Project Manager with resources leadership, reporting, and risk management.
• Support the development of project schedules.

Preferred Qualifications & Experience:

• Hands-on experience with electronics.
• MS or PhD degree in Aerospace Engineering (guidance), Electrical Engineering (EE), Electrical and Computer Engineering (ECE), or related technical field, or equivalent experience.
• A background in engineering with a strong academic record and a demonstrated ability to convert theory into practice.
• 10+ years of Avionics and/or Flight Controls experience.
• Experience with aerospace development processes: ARP4754A, ARP4761, DO-178C, DO-254.
• Experience with the FAA and/or EASA certification processes.
• Knowledge and/or experience with EASA Concepts for Design Assurance of Neural Networks (CoDANN) and First Usable Guidance (FUG) for Machine Learning Applications is a plus.
• Experience with AI/ML applications is a plus.

Benefits:

• A team of experienced engineers and researchers, who joined us from most recognized companies and institutions.
• Difficult and interesting problems to solve.
• Pilot license subsidy.
• Hybrid work setting.
• Learning & Development budget: visit conferences of your choice.
• Gym membership.