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

• Plan, own, and execute UAV and drone swarm flight tests
• Take full ownership of flight testing: planning, field execution, and post-test analysis
• Support on-site demos and test campaigns abroad (~15–20% travel)
• Lead and coordinate field operations (pilots, engineers, support crews)
• Ensure safe, professional, and responsible handling of high-value flight test equipment
• Develop and maintain operational documentation (procedures, checklists, risk assessments)
• Work directly with regulatory bodies (e.g., EASA), manage approvals, and integrate compliance feedback
• Define, set up, and operate new flight test sites and facilities
• Own flight safety, risk management, and emergency procedures
• Analyze flight data and support rapid system iteration
• Ensure all operations are safe, robust, and enable fast learning loops

• Background in Aerospace, Robotics, Mechatronics, or similar — hands-on field experience and judgement matter more than degrees
• Practical UAV flight operations experience (manual and autonomous); swarm experience is a plus
• Experience with ground control and avionics software (e.g., QGroundControl, PX4, or similar); experience testing other avionics or robotic systems is transferable
• Strong understanding of mission planning, CONOPS, and real-world test execution
• Experience with flight safety, emergency procedures, and incident handling
• Familiarity with regulatory frameworks (e.g., EASA SORA and risk assessment processes)
• Highly reliable, organized, and comfortable taking responsibility for expensive equipment
• Strong ownership mindset; able to work independently and make decisions in the field
• Motivated to grow into UAV and swarm testing leadership
• Experience leading field deployments and working with end-users (military or industrial environments preferred)
• Startup or fast-paced environment experience preferred
• Strong documentation and communication skills

Meta

• Intrinsic motivation, attention to detail, and strong problem-solving mindset
• Creative thinker with a structured and systematic approach
• Humble and collaborative — prioritizes collective success over individual recognition
• High ethical standards and disciplined work ethic
• Extra-curricular leadership or achievements are a bonus
• Fluent in English
• Nationality of a NATO member nation or close ally is 
• Successful candidates will be required to obtain security clearance

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The world is changing. Exponential technologies are enabling new types of security threats. We are committed to staying ahead by building nimble, scalable, and cost-effective defences. We are looking for passionate developers who are eager to create exceptional products, safeguard our freedom, and strengthen the resilience of democracies.

Who we are: Autonomous Teaming is a defence-tech start-up specializing in machine vision solutions. Driven by cutting-edge innovation, our team works on next-generation technologies designed to meet rapidly evolving security challenges.

What we do: We develop systems that enable computers and sensors to operate as coordinated teams, collaborating in real time to counter AI-powered asymmetric threats at scale — including drone swarms and other UXVs. Our mission is to build resilient, intelligent defence capabilities that perform reliably in the most demanding environments.

Who we are: Based in Munich, Berlin, and Toulouse, we are expanding rapidly across Europe with plans to open additional office hubs. We value close, in-person collaboration as the foundation for building complex, high-impact technology, while maintaining flexibility aligned to role and team needs. Our culture is built on ownership, responsibility, and trust — with a shared commitment to growing and building together.