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Lead Systems Engineer - Electro-Optical/Infrared Sensing

HelsingMunich
On-site Full-time

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Experience Level

Manager

Qualifications

QualificationsProven experience in systems engineering and integration, particularly in EO/IR systems. Strong understanding of performance metrics for detection, tracking, and identification. Exceptional problem-solving skills with a focus on mission-critical objectives. Excellent communication abilities for effective collaboration with technical teams and stakeholders. Experience leading verification and testing processes.

About the job

About Us

At Helsing, we are at the forefront of defense technology, harnessing the power of artificial intelligence to safeguard our democracies. Our mission is rooted in promoting technological advancement while ensuring that open societies retain the autonomy to make ethical decisions. We recognize our unique responsibility as a defense AI company and approach the development and application of advanced technologies like AI with careful consideration.

We are a passionate team of engineers, AI professionals, and program managers dedicated to tackling some of the most challenging and impactful problems in defense. We invite mission-driven individuals to join our European teams, fostering an environment of transparency and open dialogue about the ethical implications of technology in defense.

Your Role

As the Lead Systems Engineer for Electro-Optical/Infrared (EO/IR) Sensing, you will be pivotal in overseeing the end-to-end integration of our airborne EO/IR targeting systems. This role involves translating mission requirements into precise performance specifications, managing the technical interface with suppliers, leading verification and testing campaigns, and ensuring seamless data integration with core mission systems.

Daily Responsibilities

  • Oversee the day-to-day system engineering and integration of the airborne EO/IR targeting system, from requirements definition to flight testing and operational deployment.

  • Convert mission needs into specific performance requirements covering detection, tracking, and identification capabilities such as ranges, fields of view, stabilization, tracking accuracy, and environmental limits.

  • Define and maintain sensor operational modes and concepts of operations across various mission phases, including wide-area search, cueing, target tracking, identification, geo-pointing, and post-strike assessments.

About Helsing

Helsing is a pioneering defense AI company committed to advancing technology in a way that upholds democratic values. Our dedicated team works tirelessly to address the complex challenges of modern defense, ensuring ethical standards are at the forefront of our innovations.

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