Validation Technician

Userc Dehradun; Lausanne; Hybrid; CHF 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Harmattan AI in Lausanne is seeking a Drone System Validation Technician & Remote Pilot to maintain our autonomous drone fleet, support field tests, and run the validation lab. Responsibilities include fleet maintenance, soldering and wiring, drone piloting during tests, safety supervision, and managing parts inventory and test logistics.

The ideal candidate has a technical degree or equivalent hands-on electronics/mechanics/RC experience, strong manual skills, basic English, and willingness to

Qualifications

• Technical degree or substantial hands-on experience in electronics, mechanics, or RC modelling.
• Strong manual dexterity: soldering, wiring and mechanical assembly.
• Rigorous, organized and safety-conscious mindset.
• Experience piloting multirotor or fixed-wing drones (remote pilot cert a plus).
• Interest in hands-on DIY/technical building projects.
• English language proficiency: A2 level minimum.
• Willingness to travel for field testing operations.

Responsibilities

• Fleet maintenance: preventive and corrective servicing of the drone fleet.
• Flight operations: piloting drones during test campaigns and safety operator during flights.
• Logistics: manage spare parts and field equipment inventory.
• Test execution: run protocols and report results to engineering teams.
• Lab management: keep the validation lab and workspace organized and safe.

Skills

Soldering

Wiring

Mechanical assembly

Drone piloting

Education

Technical degree or equivalent

Tools

Test equipment

Job description

# Validation TechnicianHarmattan Aivia ArbeitnowLausanneFull TimePosted 14 hours agoNewUSAApply for this job Free · you will be taken to the employer's application page## Key detailsLocation: LausanneJob type: Full TimeSalary: Not disclosedPosted: 12 Oct 2026 (14 hours ago)Region: USASource: ArbeitnowWork mode: On-site / as per employer## Job description### **About Us**Harmattan AI is a next-generation defense prime building autonomous and scalable defense systems. Following the close of a $200M Series B, valuing the company at $1.4 billion, we are expanding our teams and capabilities to deliver mission-critical systems to allied forces.Our work is guided by clear values: building technologies with real-world impact, pursuing excellence in everything we do, setting ambitious goals, and taking on the hardest technical challenges. We operate in a demanding environment where rigor, ownership, and execution are expected.As a **Drone System Validation Technician & Remote Pilot**, you will be a vital pillar of our flight operations. You will ensure that our fleet of autonomous drones remains operational, up to date, and ready for deployment at all times. You will manage the validation lab and support engineers during complex field testing campaigns.## Key Responsibilities### Fleet Maintenance* Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on the drone fleet.* Carry out repairs, upgrades, and component replacements.* Execute soldering, wiring, and mechanical assembly operations.### Flight Operations* Piloting drones during test campaigns.* Serve as the safety operator during test flights.### Logistics* Manage inventory for spare parts, batteries, and field equipment.* Organize transport and gear preparation for field testing campaigns.### Test Execution* Run standardized test protocols and checklists.* Report results and anomalies to the engineering teams.### Lab Management* Keep the workshop and validation lab clean, organized, and secure.* Ensure all necessary tools, consumables, and equipment are available and ready to use.## Candidate Profile* Technical degree or significant practical experience in electronics, mechanics, or RC modeling.* Strong manual dexterity: proficient in soldering, wiring, and mechanical assembly.* Rigorous, organized, and safety-conscious mindset.* Experience piloting multirotor or fixed-wing drones (remote pilot certification is a plus).* Strong interest in hands-on DIY / technical building projects.* English language proficiency: A2 level minimum.* Willingness to travel for field testing operations.We look forward to hearing how you can help shape the future of autonomous defense systems at Harmattan AI.