Drone Technician - Robotics / Defense (m/f/d)

Autonomous Teaming; München; On-site; EUR 56,000 - 86,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

International team

Career growth

Advanced technology stack

Team events

Job summary

Autonomous Teaming, a defence‑tech start‑up, is seeking an experienced hardware integration specialist in Munich. You will build, wire, and test UAV subsystems, assemble components like wiring harnesses and batteries, and help improve lab-based workflows.

You will collaborate with mechanical, electrical, and software teams to ensure reliable system integration, while maintaining clear documentation and hands-on problem solving. A NATO ally background is preferred.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience with mechanical and electro-mechanical systems.
• Strong skills in assembling, repairing, and modifying hardware.
• Proficient in soldering, crimping, wiring, and harness building.
• Experience with low-voltage systems: batteries, DC converters, fuses, connectors.
• Familiar with workshop and diagnostic tools.
• Ability to troubleshoot hardware under time pressure.
• Experience with RC aircraft or FPV drones is a plus.
• Able to read basic drawings and wiring diagrams.
• Clear documentation habits for builds and tests.
• Hands-on builder focused on reliable field-ready hardware.

Responsibilities

• Build, assemble, and wire UAV subsystems.
• Assemble UAV components like wiring harnesses and batteries.
• Improve lab-based assembly workflows.
• Maintain wiring harnesses and interfaces.
• Diagnose, repair, and rebuild UAVs after tests.
• Test systems for reliability under operation.
• Create assembly and repair documentation.
• Train team members on hardware assembly.
• Collaborate with mechanical, electrical, and software teams.
• Support field deployments with diagnostics and repairs.
• Improve robustness of UAV hardware.

Skills

Mechanical systems

Hardware assembly

Soldering & crimping

Low-voltage electronics

Workshop tools

Troubleshooting

Drone/RC experience

Drawings/CAD reading

Documentation

Field-ready hardware

Tools

Multimeter

Oscilloscopes

Power supplies

Hand tools

Job description

What we offer

• Work in an international, agile team creating the future of autonomous systems
• Grow your career in a expanding and ambitious engineering team
• Build innovative products using state-of-the-art technologies in AI, robotics, and autonomy
• Benefit from a steep learning curve and continuous development
• Enjoy team events and a strong, collaborative culture

What we offer

• Work in an international, agile team creating the future of autonomous systems
• Grow your career in a expanding and ambitious engineering team
• Build innovative products using state-of-the-art technologies in AI, robotics, and autonomy
• Benefit from a steep learning curve and continuous development
• Enjoy team events and a strong, collaborative culture

Your mission

• Build, assemble, and wire electro-mechanical UAV subsystems including power, sensors, and control modules
• Assemble and integrate UAV components such as wiring harnesses, connectors, batteries, and structural elements
• Set up and improve lab-based assembly and small-batch production workflows
• Build and maintain wiring harnesses, cable assemblies, and connector interfaces
• Diagnose, repair, and rebuild UAVs after test flights or field missions; identify root causes and implement durable fixes
• Test assembled systems and verify reliability under operational conditions
• Create clear assembly, wiring, and repair documentation for production and maintenance
• Train team members on hardware assembly, troubleshooting, and repair procedures
• Collaborate with mechanical, electrical, and software teams to ensure reliable system integration
• Support field deployments when needed by performing hands-on diagnostics, repairs, and hardware improvements
• Continuously improve robustness, maintainability, and reliability of UAV hardware

Your profile

• Extensive hands‑on experience working with mechanical and electro‑mechanical systems (automotive, aerospace, robotics, or similar)
• Strong practical skills in assembling, repairing, and modifying hardware systems
• Skilled with soldering, crimping, cable routing, connector installation, and harness building
• Comfortable working with low‑voltage electrical systems such as batteries, DC converters, fuses, and connectors
• Experienced using workshop and diagnostic tools (multimeter, power supplies, basic oscilloscopes, hand tools)
• Ability to troubleshoot hardware issues methodically and repair systems under time pressure
• Experience with RC aircraft, FPV drones, automotive electronics, or DIY mechanical projects is a strong plus
• Comfortable reading basic technical drawings, wiring diagrams, or CAD references when needed
• Clear and structured documentation habits for builds, repairs, and tests
• Pragmatic builder who focuses on reliable, field‑ready hardware
• Formal degrees are not required — deep hands‑on experience and technical craftsmanship are what matter most

What else

• Intrinsic motivation, attention to detail, and strong problem‑solving mindset
• Creative thinker with a structured and systematic approach
• Humble and collaborative - prioritizes collective success over individual recognition
• High ethical standards and disciplined work ethic
• Extra‑curricular leadership or achievements are a bonus
• Nationality of a NATO member nation or close ally is a must

About Us

The world is changing. Exponential technologies are enabling new types of security threats. ATS is committed to staying ahead by building nimble, scalable, and cost‑effective defences. We are looking for passionate team members who are eager to create exceptional products, safeguard our freedom, and strengthen the resilience of democracies.

Who we are

Autonomous Teaming is a defence‑tech start‑up specializing in machine vision solutions. Driven by cutting‑edge innovation, our team works on next‑generation technologies designed to meet rapidly evolving security challenges.

What we do

We develop systems that enable computers and sensors to operate as coordinated teams, collaborating in real time to counter AI‑powered asymmetric threats at scale — including drone swarms and other UXVs. Our mission is to build resilient, intelligent defence capabilities that perform reliably in the most demanding environments.

How we work

We value close, in‑person collaboration as the foundation for building complex, high‑impact technology, while maintaining flexibility aligned to role and team needs. Our culture is built on ownership, responsibility, and trust — with a shared commitment to growing and building together.

Where we are

Based in Munich, Berlin, and Toulouse, we are expanding rapidly across Europe with plans to open additional office hubs.