Drone Swarm Test Engineer (m/w/d)

autonomous-teaming; München; Vor Ort; EUR 50.000 - 70.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A defense-tech startup based in Munich is seeking an experienced individual for UAV and drone swarm flight tests. The role includes planning flight tests, managing field operations, and developing operational documentation. The ideal candidate will have hands-on UAV flight operations experience and knowledge of regulations. Strong technical documentation skills are required, along with the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifikationen

• Practical field experience valued over formal education.
• Hands-on UAV flight operations experience.
• Solid experience with ground control systems.

Aufgaben

• Plan and execute UAV and drone swarm flight tests.
• Lead and coordinate field operations.
• Develop and maintain all operational documentation.

Kenntnisse

UAV flight operations experience

Ground control systems

Mission planning

Emergency procedures

Technical documentation skills

Fluent in English or German

Ausbildung

Degree in Aerospace Engineering, Robotics, or related field

Jobbeschreibung

Your mission

• Plan and execute UAV and drone swarm flight tests, including demonstrations abroad (e.g., Ukraine).
• Lead and coordinate field operations, including pilots, engineers, and support crews.
• Develop and maintain all operational documentation (procedures, checklists, risk assessments).
• Work directly with regulatory bodies (e.g., EASA), handle approvals, and incorporate compliance feedback.
• Define and establish new flight test sites and facilities.
• Manage risk, flight safety, and emergency procedures.
• Analyze flight data to support rapid system improvements.
• Ensure all flight operations are safe, robust, and facilitate quick learning cycles.

Your profile

• Degree in Aerospace Engineering, Robotics, Mechatronics, or a related technical field — practical field experience is valued more than formal education.
• Hands-on UAV flight operations experience (manual and autonomous; swarm experience is a plus but not mandatory).
• Solid experience with ground control systems (e.g., Q Ground Control or similar).
• Deep understanding of mission planning and CONOPS development.
• Practical experience with emergency procedures and incident management.
• Knowledge of regulations: EASA SORA and risk assessment processes.
• Experience leading field deployments and working directly with end-users (preferably in military or industrial settings).
• Ability to work independently, make decisions under pressure, and adapt quickly.
• Proven track record in flight test campaigns, including managing incidents and extracting lessons ("zero crash" profiles are not required).
• Experience in startup or fast-paced, pragmatic environments is preferred.
• Strong technical documentation and communication skills (English required).

Meta

• Intrinsic motivation, attention to detail, and willingness to go the extra mile.
• Creative thinking, systematic design approach, and disciplined execution.
• Servant leadership mindset, prioritizing team success over ego.
• High moral standards and work ethic.
• Extracurricular achievements and responsibilities are valued.
• Fluent in English or German.
• Citizenship of a NATO member state or a close ally is mandatory.
• Successful applicants must obtain a security clearance.

Why us?

If you believe you fit the profile but don't meet every criterion 100%, we encourage you to apply anyway.

We look forward to your detailed application via our online form.

The world is changing. Exponential technologies bring new security threats. We are committed to staying ahead by building agile, scalable, and cost-effective defenses. We seek passionate developers eager to create exceptional products, safeguard freedoms, and bolster democratic resilience.

About us

We are a defence-tech startup specializing in machine vision solutions. If you are passionate about innovation and driven to create next-generation solutions, this is your opportunity!

What we do : We develop solutions enabling computers and sensors to collaborate as teams to tackle emerging security challenges. Our primary mission is to defend against AI-powered asymmetric threats at scale, such as drone swarms and other UXVs.

Who we are : Based in Munich, Berlin, and Bordeaux/Toulouse, we are rapidly expanding across Europe with plans for more hubs. We embrace a hybrid work culture—valuing in-office collaboration while empowering remote work with responsibility and autonomy.