Lead Engineer – Ground Control Station (GCS) & Hardware Simulator

EngineersOfAI; München; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

EngineersOfAI is seeking a Lead Engineer for Ground Control Stations and Hardware Simulators based in Germany. This role demands expertise in mechanical, electrical, and systems architecture for military-grade hardware, focusing on building reliable systems for harsh environments.

The successful candidate will own the full lifecycle of Ground Control Systems, collaborative designing, and ensuring compliance with standards. We offer an engaging environment where innovative engineering meets a mission-driven purpose.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in leading hardware design projects.
• Strong understanding of military standards for hardware.
• Ability to work under pressure in challenging environments.

Responsibilities

• Define and drive hardware architecture for Ground Control Stations.
• Ensure compliance with military standards for ruggedized hardware.
• Collaborate with software teams and production partners.

Skills

Modular Hardware Design

Compliance with MIL-STD-810

Compliance with MIL-STD-461

Mechanical Engineering

Electrical Engineering

Education

Degree in Engineering or related field

Job description

Who we are

Helsing is a defence AI company. Our mission is to protect our democracies. We aim to achieve technological leadership, so that open societies can continue to make sovereign decisions and control their ethical standards.

As democracies, we believe we have a special responsibility to be thoughtful about the development and deployment of powerful technologies like AI. We take this responsibility seriously.

We are an ambitious and committed team of engineers, AI specialists and customer‑facing programme managers. We are looking for mission‑driven people to join our European teams – and apply their skills to solve the most complex and impactful problems. We embrace an open and transparent culture that welcomes healthy debates on the use of technology in defence, its benefits, and its ethical implications.

The role

As Lead Engineer for Ground Control Stations and Hardware Simulators, you will serve as the primary technical authority for the mechanical, electrical, and systems architecture of military‑grade, ruggedised hardware. Based in Germany, you will own the full lifecycle of GCS units, from portable field systems to vehicle‑integrated configurations, and high‑fidelity Hardware‑in‑the‑Loop simulators. Your work sits at the intersection of hardware engineering and operational deployment: translating design intent into physical systems that perform reliably in harsh environments. You will bridge software teams, mechanical designers, and production partners, ensuring that every system shipped meets the uncompromising standards that defence operations demand.

The day‑to‑day

• Define and drive a modular, scalable hardware architecture for GCS units and simulation racks, ensuring strict compliance with MIL-STD-810 and MIL-STD-461, and delivering systems that are maintainable and upgradable in the field
• Work on Modular Hardware Design by establishing