Systems Engineer - Munitions & Qualification Programs

Harmattan AI; Vaud; On-site; CHF 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Harmattan AI in Vaud is seeking a Systems Engineer in the Warhead team to help structure development assurance frameworks for energetic effectors and to define requirements, V&V matrices, and NATO-aligned qualification programs.

You will collaborate with product leads and engineers, lead qualification activities, manage risk, and travel to test facilities to ensure safety, compliance, and successful delivery.

Qualifications

• Engineering degree in Systems, Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering.
• Minimum 5 years in systems engineering roles qualifying weapon systems.
• Pragmatic, structured approach to stakeholder management in fast-moving programs.
• Experience managing qualification programs end to end, including handling test failures.
• Safety assessment experience on munition systems.
• Strong understanding of NATO doctrine, and experience working with defense customers and ministries of defense.
• Fluency in English required.

Responsibilities

• Review system architectures and advise on compliance with military doctrine, with a focus on safety and mission objectives.
• Define clear system and sub-system requirements, and maintain a traceable verification and validation matrix.
• Work with product leads and engineers on design choices to ensure smooth integration and pragmatic delivery.
• Develop qualification programs and master test plans for systems and sub-systems, from specification through to final reporting.
• Run qualification readiness reviews and flag risks to qualification early.
• Lead engagements with defense customers and test facilities on product qualification and testing, including regular travel to test sites.
• Document system safety and suitability for service in line with NATO and customer requirements.
• Coach wider teams on qualification processes and the safety of munition systems.

Skills

English fluency

Stakeholder management

Technical writing

Systems engineering

Qualification program management

Safety assessment

Education

Engineering degree in Systems, Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Harmattan AI in Vaud is seeking a Systems Engineer in the Warhead team to help structure development assurance frameworks for energetic effectors and to define requirements, V&V matrices, and NATO-aligned qualification programs.

You will collaborate with product leads and engineers, lead qualification activities, manage risk, and travel to test facilities to ensure safety, compliance, and successful delivery.