Flight Test Lead (UAV & Drone Swarms) (m/w/d)

• Plan and execute UAV and drone swarm flight tests, including demos abroad (e.g., Ukraine)
• Lead and coordinate field operations, including pilots, engineers, and support crews
• Develop and maintain all operational documentation (procedures, checklists, risk assessments)
• Work directly with regulatory bodies (e.g., EASA), handle approvals and integrate compliance feedback
• Define and set up new flight test sites and facilities
• Own risk management, flight safety, and emergency procedures
• Analyze flight data and support fast iteration of system improvements
• Ensure all flight operations are safe, robust, and support rapid learning loops

• Degree in Aerospace Engineering, Robotics, Mechatronics, or similar technical field — but practical field experience weighs more than formal degrees
• Hands-on UAV flight operations experience (manual and autonomous; swarm experience is a plus but not required)
• Solid experience with ground control systems (e.g., Q Ground Control or similar)
• Deep understanding of mission planning and CONOPS development
• Practical experience with emergency procedures and incident handling
• Regulatory knowledge: EASA SORA and risk assessment processes
• Experience leading field deployments and working directly with end-users (military or industrial environments preferred)
• Ability to work independently, make decisions under pressure, and adapt fast
• Proven track record in flight test campaigns, including incidents and learnings ("zero crash" profiles are not relevant)
• Experience in startup or fast-paced, pragmatic environments preferred
• Strong technical documentation and communication skills (English required)

Meta

• Intrinsic motivation and willingness to go the extra mile, as well as attention to detail
• Creativity that thinks outside the box as well as conceptual and systematic design thinking and disciplined execution
• Servant leadership that puts the success of the team above their ego
• Highest moral standards and work ethic
• We value extracurricular responsibilities and accomplishments on your resume
• Fluent in English or German
• Citizenship of a NATO member state or close ally is a must
• Successful applicants will be required to obtain a security clearance.

Do you feel that you fit the description, but don't think you fulfill all the criteria 100%? Apply to us anyway.   
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We are a defence-tech start-up specializing in machine vision solutions. If you have a passion for cutting-edge innovation, and drive to use your skills to create next generation solutions, this is an opportunity for you!

What we do: We are developing solutions that enable computers and sensors to collaborate as teams, working together to address emerging security challenges. Our primary mission is to defend against AI-powered asymmetric threats at scale, such as drone swarms and other UXVs.

Who we are: Based in Munich, Berlin and Bordeaux/Toulouse we are rapidly expanding across Europe with plans to open more office hubs soon. We embrace a hybrid work culture - valuing the collaborations that happens in the office, while also empowering our team members to work remotely with responsibility and autonomy.