Lead Systems Engineer - Passive RF Sensing

About Helsing Helsing is an AI company focused on defense, working to help democracies maintain control over their own ethical standards. The team includes engineers, AI specialists, and program managers who collaborate closely with clients. Helsing values open discussion about technology's role in defense, its benefits, and the ethical questions it raises. Role Overview: Lead Electronics Engineer The Lead Electronics Engineer will define and oversee the electronic architecture for Helsing's marine robotic systems. This person will guide projects from early concept through to validated, production-ready hardware. The position connects electronics directly with AI, software, navigation, and control systems, enabling advanced autonomous capabilities on Helsing's platforms. What You Will Do Shape the electronic architecture for marine robotic systems from concept to production. Work with AI and software engineers to ensure hardware interfaces, sensor integration, and power systems support onboard inference and real-time autonomy. Collaborate with navigation and control engineers to integrate electronic subsystems that improve guidance, communication, and decision-making at sea. Partner with mechatronics and test engineers to ensure designs are manufacturable, validated, and reliable in operational environments. Provide technical leadership, making architectural decisions that balance scalability and cost-effectiveness across disciplines. Contribute to the development of platforms such as the SG-1 Fathom and the Lura AI system, supporting the defense of democratic nations. Locations Munich, Berlin, London, Paris, Warsaw, Tallinn, and Plymouth. Learn More For details on Helsing's marine products, visit https://helsing.ai/de/lura.

About UsAt Helsing, we are at the forefront of defense technology, dedicated to safeguarding democracies through advanced AI solutions. Our mission is to ensure that open societies retain control over their ethical standards and technological advancements.We hold a deep sense of responsibility towards the development and deployment of powerful technologies, including AI, and we take this commitment seriously.Our team comprises passionate engineers, AI experts, and program managers, all driven by a mission-oriented mindset. We invite skilled individuals to join our European teams to tackle complex and impactful challenges. Our culture is rooted in openness and transparency, fostering constructive discussions about the ethical use of technology in defense.Your RoleAs an Electronics Design Engineer, you will be instrumental in creating innovative designs for the mechanical integration of electronic boards, connectors, and harnesses. Your role is pivotal in delivering robust, scalable, and cost-effective solutions that enhance the performance of Helsing's systems, contributing significantly to our defense capabilities.Daily ResponsibilitiesLead the mechanical design and integration of electronic components for existing and future complex drone products.Develop design and integration concepts for electronic boards, connectors, and harnesses based on comprehensive requirement sets.Create 3D and 2D documentation, ensuring the proper form, fit, and function of components using analytical and simulation tools.Implement the latest design and drawing standards, with a focus on manufacturing considerations.Design robust, scalable, and cost-effective components.Define and conduct validation tests for technical maturity.Produce thorough design documentation in alignment with company guidelines and quality standards.

At The Exploration Company, we are pioneering the future of space travel with Nyx, a modular and reusable orbital vehicle designed for in-orbit refueling and capable of transporting cargo, and potentially humans, in the future.We are seeking a skilled Radiation Engineer for Space Electronics to join our mission. Your expertise will be crucial in ensuring the radiation resilience of our electronic digital and analog systems, which are essential for our capsule's successful flights.In this dynamic role, you will have the opportunity to:Develop and validate C code for Microcontrollers, adhering to space quality standards and adjusting it for radiation testing.Verify VHDL code to ensure all necessary functionalities in FPGAs are validated and modified for radiation testing.Collaborate with the design team to create analog and digital circuit boards with FPGAs and Microcontrollers, recommending mitigation strategies against radiation effects to enhance design reliability.Establish test setups for the radiation qualification of completed analog and digital engineering models of flight hardware.Key ResponsibilitiesAs a Radiation Engineer for Space Electronics, your responsibilities will include:Programming microcontrollers, analyzing existing code, and conducting verification.Designing and verifying FPGAs using VHDL.Working closely with Systems Engineers to comprehend system functions, devising effective test setups, and ensuring the implementation of mitigation strategies during radiation tests.Creating monitoring software for the system during radiation exposure.Developing and modifying test scripts in Python for automation purposes.What We SeekWe hope to find a candidate who possesses:A completed bachelor's or master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Telecommunications Engineering, Embedded Systems, or a related field (or equivalent practical experience).Proven experience in programming microcontrollers and FPGA design, particularly in space applications.Strong analytical skills and the ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.

Join Renesas Electronics as a Principal System Engineer and take your career to the next level! In this pivotal role, you will drive the development of advanced systems and solutions, collaborating with a talented team of engineers to create innovative products that meet the needs of our clients.

Internship at Renesa Electronics Renesa Electronics is looking for an intern to join the team in Munich. This role offers the chance to collaborate with experienced professionals and contribute to real projects. What to Expect Work on a range of ongoing projects Gain practical, hands-on experience Learn directly from industry experts The internship takes place onsite in Munich.

At The Exploration Company, we are on the forefront of space exploration, developing, producing, and operating Nyx, a groundbreaking modular and reusable orbital vehicle that is designed for in-orbit refueling and capable of transporting cargo, and potentially humans, in the future.We invite you to join us as a skilled Electronics Laboratory Technician, playing a vital role in our mission by assembling and testing electronic units that are essential to our Nyx Avionics system.Key ResponsibilitiesAs an Electronics Laboratory Technician, your responsibilities will be dynamic, but will primarily include:Overseeing the electronics laboratory and serving as the primary contact for development engineers.Assembling PCB prototypes utilizing hand-soldering and reflow techniques.Crimping and soldering test harnesses.Conducting tests on PCBs and units per established test procedures.Inspecting incoming PCBs, both raw and assembled.Setting up test platforms, including test setup and automation.Managing the calibration of laboratory equipment.What We Are Looking ForIn the role of Electronics Laboratory Technician, you should ideally possess experience in the following areas:Proficient in hands-on soldering techniques (both soldering iron and reflow).Practical test experience with electronic circuits and units.Basic understanding of test automation and setups.Experience with testing electronics circuits using oscilloscopes and similar tools.Proficient in spoken and written English communication.Familiarity with Python for test automation is a plus.Experience with Altium Designer is a plus.Basic understanding of space avionics is advantageous.Why Join Us?Working at The Exploration Company offers a unique and exciting environment where:We operate with agility, making swift decisions while keeping our objectives in focus.We foster an open and collaborative atmosphere, where transparency about risks and challenges allows us to work together effectively.

About UsHelsing is a pioneering defence AI company with a mission to safeguard our democracies. We strive for technological excellence, enabling open societies to maintain autonomy over their decisions and uphold ethical standards.As stewards of democracy, we recognize our unique obligation to approach the development and deployment of advanced technologies like AI with caution and responsibility. This commitment is at the heart of our operations.We are a passionate and dedicated team of engineers, AI experts, and customer-focused programme managers. We invite mission-oriented individuals to join our European teams and leverage their expertise to tackle some of the most intricate and significant challenges. We foster an open and transparent culture that encourages constructive discussions about the role of technology in defence, its advantages, and its ethical considerations.The PositionAs the Systems Architect for Electronic Warfare, you will be responsible for the comprehensive EW architecture of our airborne platforms, defining a threat-driven capability roadmap, system partitioning, and integration strategies. Your role will involve translating operational scenarios into measurable system requirements and establishing a complete sensor-to-effector kill chain, including multi-sensor fusion between RF and EO/IR systems. This strategic leadership position will drive digital engineering and performance modelling initiatives, develop the master testing and evaluation strategy, and manage critical technical trade-offs with internal teams and external suppliers.Daily ResponsibilitiesOversee the complete EW architecture for an airborne platform: capability roadmap, system partitioning, interface design, and integration strategy across sensors.Convert operational scenarios into EW requirements and define measurable KPIs.Establish the EW Concept of Operations (CONOPS) and behavior.Develop the sensor-to-effector kill chain: detection → classification/ID → geo-location → threat evaluation → technique selection → execution → assessment, including timing budgets and data products.Lead the design of multi-sensor fusion architecture (RWR/ESM + radar + EO/IR + navigation).

The Exploration Company designs and operates Nyx, a modular space vehicle built for in-orbit refueling and cargo transport. Nyx’s architecture is designed for reuse, with future plans to accommodate human passengers. The Future Projects Division leads the development of new space technologies and programs. This team explores early-stage concepts and pre-development efforts to expand what Nyx can do and to support upcoming missions. Role overview The Lead Systems Engineer (ISOS Host) joins the Future Projects Team to help develop a robotic orbital station. This station will become part of the In-Space Operations and Services (ISOS) ecosystem, supporting tasks like satellite servicing, propellant resupply, and advanced robotic-assisted experiments in orbit. What you will do Apply systems engineering expertise to the design and development of a robotic orbital station Lead and mentor a team of engineers working on ISOS-related projects Support the creation of new capabilities for satellite servicing and in-orbit experiments Team leadership This position blends technical engineering work with leadership responsibilities. The Lead Systems Engineer will guide a dedicated team, ensuring progress on ambitious projects that expand the ISOS ecosystem’s reach.

Role Overview NavVis GmbH is looking for a Lead Embedded Software Engineer to join the team onsite in Munich. This role focuses on building advanced software for spatial data technology, directly contributing to the next generation of NavVis products.

About UsHelsing is a pioneering defense AI company dedicated to safeguarding democracies. Our mission is to attain technological excellence, enabling open societies to maintain control over their sovereign choices and uphold ethical standards.In our view, as democracies, we bear a unique responsibility to approach the development and deployment of powerful technologies like AI with caution and thoughtfulness. We take this responsibility seriously.Our team consists of passionate engineers, AI experts, and client-facing program managers. We seek mission-driven individuals to join our European teams and leverage their skills to tackle the most challenging and impactful problems. We foster an open and transparent culture that encourages healthy discussions about the use of technology in defense, its benefits, and its ethical implications.The RoleAs the Lead Systems Engineer, you will spearhead all weapon integration efforts for our advanced aerial platforms. You will oversee the comprehensive integration of various weapon systems across multiple domains, ensuring their flawless functionality with core mission and avionics systems. In this capacity, you will serve as the technical authority for weapon integration, offering guidance and mentorship to a skilled engineering team while driving the successful delivery of this vital capability.Your ResponsibilitiesLead the comprehensive weapon integration program across all relevant domains, ensuring a coherent and fully functional system-of-systems.Perform and supervise the detailed integration of weapons with the aircraft’s mission system and avionics architecture, encompassing data buses and software interfaces.Develop and manage the weapon integration roadmap, from concept definition to flight testing and final qualification.Coordinate with internal design teams, including structures, aerodynamics, and systems engineering, to manage the physical and functional integration of weapon systems.Draft technical specifications, interface control documents (ICDs), and statements of work for suppliers and subcontractors.

At The Exploration Company, we are at the forefront of space innovation, designing, manufacturing, and operating Nyx, a modular and reusable orbital vehicle set to revolutionize space travel. Our vision is to enable future refueling in orbit, allowing us to transport cargo and eventually, human passengers.As the Lead Flight Software Engineer, you will take ownership of the complete flight software lifecycle, including simulation environments, essential supporting tools, and software testing setups necessary for the vehicle's operation, validation, and certification.This dynamic leadership role requires hands-on involvement as you guide four teams comprising approximately 20 engineers. You will remain technically engaged, influencing architecture, making trade-offs, and driving critical design decisions. Your primary responsibility is to deliver reliable and certifiable software in a fast-paced, resource-conscious startup environment.What You Will DoYou will define and refine the overall flight software architecture, ensuring its robustness, scalability, and alignment with mission and safety requirements. Your leadership will drive key architectural and system-level decisions while you review critical designs and code, ensuring that technical trade-offs are made intentionally and transparently.You will build strong collaborations between flight software, avionics, GNC, systems engineering, and safety teams, proactively identifying and resolving integration risks. You will shape the verification and validation ecosystem, incorporating SIL, HIL, Monte Carlo campaigns, and automated testing pipelines, ensuring that simulation and testing are integral components of the program.Aligning software development plans with program milestones and vehicle integration timelines will be part of your role. You will represent flight software during major program reviews and external technical discussions, including certification dialogues with NASA and other stakeholders, ensuring a professional interface with IV&V organizations.In parallel, you will cultivate and lead a high-performing organization. Your role includes coaching team leads, developing senior engineers, establishing engineering standards, and fostering a culture of ownership and accountability. Setting clear expectations, making tough decisions, and prioritizing functional software over documentation will be key to your success, all while maintaining a focus on certification objectives.

About SE3 Labs SE3 Labs develops advanced Spatial AI by combining 3D computer vision with large language models. The team focuses on automation for sectors like construction, smart infrastructure, and defense, building the physical platforms that make these technologies possible. High-performance robotic systems, especially UAVs, are at the core of current projects. The company seeks a procurement specialist to support reliable operation of these systems in real-world settings. Role Overview The Procurement & Supply Chain Specialist will manage supplier relationships, logistics, and trade compliance for SE3 Labs’ autonomous hardware. This role ensures that drones and embedded electronics are sourced, built, and delivered efficiently. The work directly supports efforts to strengthen Europe’s defense capabilities with new technology. This position is based in Munich and requires regular on-site presence, with occasional travel to suppliers and partners. Key Responsibilities Procurement and Planning: Source and plan materials for UAV and defense systems, including standard parts, COTS electronics, custom components, and contract-manufactured assemblies. Supplier Evaluation: Translate engineering requirements into structured supplier assessments, requests for quotation, and informed sourcing decisions. Supplier Management: Monitor supplier, contractor, and manufacturer performance to ensure timely delivery and adherence to quality standards. Address and resolve supply issues as needed. Supply Chain Resilience: Strengthen the European supply chain through on-shoring, alternative sourcing, proactive contracting, and inventory management strategies. Collaboration This role works closely with electronics, software, and AI teams to deliver integrated solutions. Building a scalable and reliable supply chain is a key focus as SE3 Labs grows.

About UsHelsing is a cutting-edge defense AI company dedicated to safeguarding our democracies. Our mission is to achieve technological leadership, empowering open societies to maintain sovereignty over their decisions and ethical standards.As a collective of engineers, AI experts, and proactive program managers, we are committed to the responsible development and deployment of powerful technologies like AI. We invite mission-driven professionals to join our European teams and tackle the most intricate and significant challenges. Our open and transparent culture fosters healthy debates on technology's role in defense, its advantages, and ethical considerations.Position OverviewIn the role of Lead Engineer for Active RF Sensing, you will take charge of the complete system engineering and integration of airborne AESA radar, overseeing everything from initial requirements to flight testing and operational rollout. Your primary responsibility will be to convert mission objectives into clear radar performance specifications, develop operational concepts, and facilitate technical integration with the airframe and mission systems. This essential position includes managing supplier relationships, ensuring compliance with low observability requirements, and leading the verification and testing processes to deliver a fully qualified, mission-ready sensor.Daily ResponsibilitiesOversee the day-to-day system engineering and integration of airborne radar (AESA/MFR as appropriate) from requirements gathering to flight testing and operational implementation.Translate mission objectives into radar performance specifications: detection range, RCS assumptions, coverage/scan, update rate, track quality, latency, and environmental constraints.Develop and maintain radar concept of operations (CONOPS) and mode set (search, track, GMTI/MTI, SAR/ISAR as necessary), including mode scheduling and mission-phase behavior.Lead antenna/aperture integration, focusing on placement, FOV/boresight alignment, radome impacts, thermal/structural constraints, and maintainability considerations.

About UsHelsing is an innovative defense AI firm dedicated to safeguarding democratic values. Our mission revolves around achieving technological excellence, allowing open societies to uphold their sovereignty and ethical standards.As advocates for democratic principles, we recognize our unique responsibility in the thoughtful creation and implementation of advanced technologies, particularly AI. We take this duty seriously.Our team comprises passionate engineers, AI experts, and client-oriented program managers. We seek mission-driven individuals to join our European teams and tackle some of the most challenging and significant issues. Our open and transparent culture encourages healthy discussions about the use of technology in defense, its advantages, and ethical considerations.The RoleJoin our team as we develop the world's first AI-driven electronic warfare system for a 4+ generation fighter jet, guiding the project from concept to its inaugural flight. As a key member of our chief engineering team, you will lead system engineering efforts, including negotiating and validating requirements with clients and overseeing final system qualification and certification with authorities.Your main objective is to ensure that our cutting-edge AI software fulfills client requirements and surpasses their expectations.Daily ResponsibilitiesAs a vital part of the Chief Engineering team, your daily tasks will include:Negotiating system requirements with clients, deriving high-level software requirements, and validating these in close collaboration with our software leads.Updating the traceability of system requirements to all software development artifacts, establishing clear technical product baselines in partnership with configuration management.Conducting regular technical risk board meetings alongside our software engineering team.

At The Exploration Company, we are on a mission to innovate the future of space travel with Nyx, our state-of-the-art modular and reusable orbital vehicle. This transformative technology is designed for in-orbit refueling and has the potential to transport cargo and, eventually, humans.We are seeking a skilled FPGA Engineer to join our team and contribute to the development of the electronic systems essential for our capsule's successful flight.Your success in this role will be defined by your ability to:Develop VHDL code to validate the required functions in our FPGAs.Collaborate with the digital circuit board design team, focusing on FPGAs and microcontrollers suitable for space environments.Design and validate digital interface circuitry, including CAN, RS422, UART, I2C, SPI, and Spacewire.Create initial test software to validate interfaces and hardware functionalities.Ensure that designs meet standards for failure and radiation tolerance.Key ResponsibilitiesAs a Digital Electronics Engineer, your responsibilities will include:Designing digital electronics architecture.FPGA design and verification.Collaborating closely with Systems Engineers to define the digital functionality's capabilities and requirements.Developing initial test software to validate interfaces and hardware functions.Conducting full test cycles from the initial power-up of prototypes to the serial testing of flight hardware.Creating and modifying Python test scripts for automation.Ideal QualificationsWe would love to see the following qualifications from you:A bachelor's or master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Telecommunications Engineering, Embedded Systems, or a related field (or equivalent professional experience).Experience in FPGA or SoC design and verification.Proficiency with Microchip Libero or Xilinx Vivado tools.Strong command of VHDL and Verilog programming languages.

Who We AreHelsing is a pioneering defence AI firm dedicated to safeguarding democratic values. Our mission is to attain technological supremacy, ensuring that open societies are empowered to make autonomous decisions and uphold their ethical standards.As advocates for democracy, we recognize our unique obligation to carefully consider the progression and application of impactful technologies like AI. We approach this duty with the utmost seriousness.Our team consists of passionate engineers, AI experts, and dedicated programme managers. We seek mission-oriented individuals to enhance our European teams, employing their expertise to tackle the most intricate and significant challenges. We foster an open and transparent culture that encourages constructive discussions regarding the ethical dimensions and benefits of technology in defence.The RoleIn the capacity of Lead Engineer for Low Observability Calculations, you will oversee and implement the advanced RCS simulation workflow. This encompasses constructing and meshing intricate analysis models and conducting extensive sweep campaigns on high-performance computing clusters. Your main goal will be to produce essential signature data and hot-spot analyses that will guide trade studies and substantially impact the low-observable design of airframes, antennas, and other critical components. Additionally, you will manage all supplier-related activities for RCS calculations and testing, ensuring the crucial correlation of simulation outputs with empirical measurement data to validate your models.Day-to-Day ResponsibilitiesConduct and manage high-fidelity RCS simulations employing MoM + MLFMM (and associated solvers) for airframe and payload-driven signature analyses.Perform Physical Optics (PO) studies (including extensions like PTD/UTD/edge diffraction when relevant) for large electrically significant structures and rapid trade assessments.Develop and maintain analytical models: including CAD optimization, material assignment (PEC/dielectrics/RAM), boundary conditions, and excitation configurations (monostatic/bistatic, polarizations).Create, review, and refine meshes (triangular surface meshes, localized enhancement on edges/gaps/cavities), ensuring convergence and numerical stability.

Join Avelios Medical as a Lead Solution Engineer and play a pivotal role in shaping innovative healthcare solutions. You will be driving the development and implementation of cutting-edge technologies while collaborating with cross-functional teams. This is a unique opportunity to lead impactful projects that enhance patient care and streamline healthcare operations.

About UsHelsing is a pioneering defense AI company dedicated to safeguarding our democracies. We strive for technological excellence to empower open societies to make independent decisions and uphold their ethical standards.As a collective of engineers, AI experts, and program managers, we recognize our unique responsibility in the careful advancement and application of transformative technologies like AI. We are committed to this mission.We seek passionate individuals to join our European teams, applying their expertise to tackle the most challenging and significant problems. Our culture promotes openness and transparent dialogue on technological applications in defense, including their advantages and ethical considerations.The RoleAs the Lead Engineer for Low Observability & RF Interoperability, you will lead initiatives to minimize the electromagnetic signature of systems while ensuring seamless coexistence of RF systems. Your primary duties will include developing low-signature operational concepts, managing RF deconfliction, and overseeing system-level integration and verification. This role is crucial for ensuring mission-critical performance and resilience, especially in contested electronic warfare scenarios.Daily ResponsibilitiesDesign and oversee emission control measures (deconfliction and LPD) for the entire system, including airborne platforms and ground components.Manage RF interoperability across airborne payloads (radar/AESA, RWR/ESM, datalinks, SATCOM/LOS radios, GNSS, IFF, telemetry), ensuring compatibility without mutual interference.Conduct EMC/EMI co-site assessments: interference mapping, blocker/intermod analysis, desense risk evaluation, harmonic/spur management, and provide mitigation strategies.Establish and manage frequency plans, channelization, guard bands, time-sharing strategies, and emission control (EMCON) profiles for various mission phases.Lead the design of low-observable/signature-aware electronic warfare solutions for both active and passive sensors.

About UsAt 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 RoleAs 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 ResponsibilitiesOversee 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.