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Field Engineer - Interceptors

Helsing · London

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At a glance

Highlights

  • Take AD-1 and AD-2 interceptors from flight trials to qualified mass production.
  • Run live air defence trials from launcher integration through launch and recovery.
  • Help assure safety, reliability and effectiveness of Helsing air defence products.

What they offer

  • Competitive salary and VSOP options
  • Relocation support up to €2,500 and 4 weeks temporary accommodation
  • €500/£450 yearly learning allowance
  • Gym membership and mental health support
  • Regular company events and monthly social allowances
  • Enhanced parental leave and family support

Ideal candidate

Hands-on, safety-disciplined problem solver with strong systems curiosity who thrives outdoors under trial-day pressure. Mission-driven to protect democracies and comfortable working closely with engineers and military users.

Requirements

  • Strong technical aptitude with systems-level understanding of complex hardware and software
  • Excellent written and verbal communication with engineers, range staff and military users
  • Disciplined, safety-focused working in high-hazard environments
  • Independent problem solver who owns workstreams under trial-day time pressure
  • Comfortable with hands-on, physical outdoor fieldwork in all weather
  • Passion for protecting liberal democratic values through defence and security

Lab profile

About Helsing

Defence AI company building AI-enabled capabilities to protect democracies.

What they build

  • Autonomous combat drones (HX-2)
  • AI agents for fighter aircraft
  • AI-based surveillance and reconnaissance systems

Known for

  • Defence AI
  • Autonomy and robotics
  • Perception and sensor fusion
  • Avionics and systems engineering

Key facts

  • Founded in 2021
  • Headquartered in Berlin, Germany
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