Field Test Engineer

Darwin Recruitment; Paris; Sur place; EUR 60 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

A leading tech recruitment agency is seeking a Field Test Engineer for a DefenseTech firm in Paris. The role involves operating high-performance drones and ground systems, blending robotics with defense applications. Candidates should possess a degree in engineering and relevant hands-on experience with FPV drones. The position offers a competitive salary of approximately €60,000, health insurance, and a hybrid working model.

Prestations

Health insurance

Performance bonus

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience building, tuning, and flying FPV drones.
• Skilled in setting up, testing, and troubleshooting ground electronics.
• Strong understanding of UAV mechanics and radio control systems.

Responsabilités

• Operate high-performance FPV drones and ground-based detection arrays.
• Capture critical test data to influence development of technologies.

Connaissances

FPV & Piloting Expertise

Systems & Electronics Capability

Technical Proficiency

Formation

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Robotics

Description du poste

Field Test Engineer – UAS & C-UAS | DefenseTech | Europe (Hybrid)

Darwin has partnered with an ambitious, seed‑funded DefenseTech organisation applying breakthrough technology in autonomous drones. This is a rare chance to work at the intersection of advanced hardware and intelligent software‑shaping both the product and engineering culture within a company redefining autonomous vision systems.

We are seeking a Field Test Engineer to join their growing team.

Step into a central role in autonomous security, combining aerial robotics with ground‑based defense systems. You’ll operate a full testing ecosystem‑from high‑performance FPV drones to state‑of‑the‑art counter‑UAS platforms. One day you’ll be flying agile drones as the “Red Team,” and the next, calibrating ground‑based detection arrays. Working closely with engineering teams, you will capture critical test data and directly influence the development of safer, smarter dual‑use technologies for the Space and Defense sectors.

Why Join?

• Early‑stage startup with a genuine USP.
• Strong funding and significant growth trajectory.
• Opportunity to work with cutting‑edge autonomous drone technology.

Experience of Interest

• Educational Background: Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Robotics, or a related technical field.
• FPV & Piloting Expertise: Hands‑on experience building, tuning, and flying FPV drones, capable of executing precise test trajectories while following safety protocols.
• Systems & Electronics Capability: Skilled in setting up, testing, and troubleshooting ground electronics‑sensor integration, power systems, and control‑station configuration.
• Technical Proficiency: Strong understanding of UAV mechanics, radio control systems (e.g., ELRS, Crossfire), and the foundational principles of drone performance.

Compensation & Setup

Approx. €60,000 base salary + health insurance + performance bonus.
Hybrid working model: 3 days on‑site / remote.

Darwin Recruitment is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.