Production Support Engineer

Destinus; Hengelo; On-site; EUR 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Destinus is hiring a Production Support Engineer to move advanced aerospace systems from design into scalable production. You will build tooling, infrastructure, and processes that enable efficient, reliable manufacturing of complex electronic systems.

Working at the intersection of software, hardware, and manufacturing, you will remove bottlenecks, automate repetitive tasks, and continuously improve how we build next generation UAV technologies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or higher in robotics, mechanical, CS or electrical engineering.
• 3+ years in production/manufacturing, test or related engineering roles.
• Strong programming in C/C++, Go or Python and hardware/test systems experience.

Responsibilities

• Identify bottlenecks with production and engineering teams to improve processes.
• Design and maintain production infrastructure, automated tools and support systems.
• Develop hardware test rigs, automation tools and production software.
• Troubleshoot production issues and implement robust solutions.
• Create user interfaces to streamline operator workflows.
• Integrate equipment and servers through reliable network solutions.
• Support new product introductions with scalable processes.

Skills

C/C++

Go

Python

Automation tools

Lean manufacturing

Problem solving

Cross functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's, Master's, or PhD in Robotics, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science, or Electrical Engineering

Job description

About the Role

Imagine this, you are the engineer who keeps advanced aerospace systems moving from design into production. As a Production Support Engineer, you will build the tools, infrastructure, and processes that enable our production teams to manufacture complex electronic systems efficiently, reliably, and at scale. Working at the intersection of software, hardware, and manufacturing, you will remove production bottlenecks, automate repetitive tasks, and continuously improve how we build next generation UAV technologies.

At Destinus, we are revolutionizing the defense industry with cutting-edge Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs). Our innovative technologies are designed to meet the unique demands of modern defense operations, delivering unparalleled speed, precision, and cost effectiveness. Destinus partners with government agencies and defense organizations worldwide to provide advanced solutions for mission-critical operations, enabling a new era of efficiency and technological superiority. Join us in shaping the future of defense with groundbreaking aerospace innovations.

What You'll Do

• Partner with production and engineering teams to identify bottlenecks, eliminate waste, and continuously improve manufacturing processes.
• Design, develop, and maintain production infrastructure, automated tools, and manufacturing support systems.
• Develop and implement calibration equipment, automated test systems, and custom hardware rigs for production.
• Troubleshoot production issues and implement robust, long-term engineering solutions.
• Create intuitive software interfaces that enable production technicians to perform tasks efficiently and consistently.
• Integrate production equipment, devices, and servers through reliable and secure network solutions.
• Support the introduction of new products into production by developing scalable manufacturing processes and tooling.
• Contribute to process documentation and standard operating procedures to ensure quality and repeatability.

What You'll Work With

• Real Hardware
  Develop in-house fixtures, testing equipment, and production methodologies to manufacture complex aerospace systems while maintaining the highest quality standards.
• Networks
  Connect production equipment, embedded devices, and servers through reliable and secure network infrastructure.
• Software & User Interfaces
  Build simple, intuitive applications and tools that streamline production workflows and improve operator efficiency.

• Bachelor's, Master's, or PhD in Robotics, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience in a production engineering, manufacturing engineering, test engineering, or similar role.
• Strong programming skills in at least one of C/C++, Go, or Python.
• Experience developing hardware test systems, automation tools, or production software.
• Understanding of manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies such as Lean Manufacturing.
• Hands-on mindset with strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work across software and hardware.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams.

Nice to Have

• Experience working with UAVs, robotics, or other complex electromechanical systems.
• Knowledge of visual-inertial navigation systems or sensor integration.
• Background in electronics manufacturing or production testing.
• Understanding of physics, control systems, or embedded systems.

Who You Are

You enjoy solving practical engineering challenges and turning complex problems into simple, scalable solutions. You thrive in fast-moving environments where you can combine software, hardware, and manufacturing to make a real impact. You take ownership, work collaboratively, and are always looking for smarter ways to improve processes while maintaining quality.