Senior GNC Engineer (f/m/d)

TYTAN Technologies GmbH; München; Vor Ort; EUR 60.000 - 80.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Stock options

Flexible working hours

Access to EGYM Wellpass sports facilities

Team events

Modern office in Munich

Zusammenfassung

A deep-tech defense startup in Munich is seeking a Senior GNC Engineer to design, implement, and validate guidance, navigation, and control systems for advanced UAV platforms. The role includes hands-on flight testing and collaboration with various teams. Candidates should have substantial experience in GNC systems, with strong skills in C++, Python, and flight dynamics. Flexible working hours and stock options are offered as part of the company culture.

Qualifikationen

• Several years of hands-on experience developing GNC systems for UAVs.
• Proven exposure to real-world UAV deployments and operations.
• Strong foundation in flight dynamics, guidance, navigation, and control.
• Experience designing state machines for autonomous mission logic.
• Pragmatic, experience-driven mindset.

Aufgaben

• Own the end-to-end GNC lifecycle for UAV platforms.
• Lead and execute hands-on flight testing, including analysis.
• Collaborate closely with airframe, avionics, and software teams.
• Maintain clear documentation of assumptions and results.

Kenntnisse

GNC systems for fixed-wing and VTOL UAVs

Hands-on flight testing

Flight dynamics

C++

Python

ROS2

PX4

State machines for autonomous flight

Tools

Simulation frameworks

Multi-airframe

Jobbeschreibung

TYTAN Technologies

At TYTAN, we aim to set a global standard in autonomous air defense with AI-driven, cost-efficient systems that counter unmanned aerial threats at scale. We protect people. We protect critical infrastructure. We protect European sovereignty.

Now, we are looking for a Senior GNC Engineer to design, implement, and validate guidance, navigation, and control systems for advanced UAV platforms. You will work across fixed-wing and VTOL aircraft, and take full ownership of GNC systems from simulation to flight. This role is hands‑on, deployment‑focused, and close to the aircraft. You will write production code, help building simulation frameworks, and validate system performance through real‑world flight testing. You will act as a technical sparring partner within the GNC domain, contributing experience, pragmatism, and sound engineering judgment.

Your roadmap to make an impact

• Own the end-to-end GNC lifecycle for advanced fixed‑wing and VTOL UAV platforms, from early concept to operational flight
• Take guidance, navigation, and control systems from simulation into real aircraft, ensuring robust sim‑to‑real transfer
• Lead and execute hands‑on flight testing, including tuning, validation, and post‑flight analysis
• Drive GNC system quality through iterative improvement based on flight data and operational feedback
• Shape autonomous behavior by defining and refining flight modes, transitions, and failure handling
• Act as a technical sparring partner within the GNC domain, contributing experience‑based judgment to key decisions
• Collaborate closely with airframe, avionics, and software teams to ensure system‑level coherence
• Establish and maintain clear documentation of assumptions, architectures, and validation results

Who you are

• Several years of hands‑on experience developing GNC systems for fixed‑wing and VTOL UAVs ideally in a project.
• Proven exposure to real‑world UAV deployments and operations, beyond simulation or academic work. Hands‑on flight testing experience is required; holding a private pilot license is a strong advantage.
• Strong foundation in flight dynamics, guidance, navigation, and control
• Proven ability to implement GNC software in C++ and Python, with practical experience using ROS2 and PX4
• Experience designing and operating state machines for autonomous flight and mission logic
• Experience building and maintaining simulation frameworks, including multi‑airframe
• A pragmatic, experience‑driven mindset — strong judgment matters more than perfect theory

Why TYTAN?

• Be the first to welcome the world into a deep‑tech defense startup that is shaping the future of security.
• Work in a fast‑paced, international team where your contributions truly matter and your impact is immediate.
• Participate in our success with stock options.
• Be part of something bigger in a mission driven company.
• Enjoy flexible working hours.
• Access to EGYM Wellpass sports facilities.
• All day coffee and snacks, team events, and a modern office in Munich.

About us

At TYTAN, it is more than just a job; it is about embracing autonomy, personal growth, and purpose. Make a lasting impact in the new era of defense! Join us to create a safer world for all.

TYTAN is an equal‑opportunity employer committed to fairness and inclusivity. We do not prioritize any specific religion, gender, nationality, or background. Due to security clearance requirements, affiliations with countries listed under § 13 para. 1 no. 17 SÜG may affect the application process. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.