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Senior Systems Engineer – Combat Aircraft (Security)

Helsing · Munich

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At a glance

Highlights

  • Building software-defined intelligence layer for advanced combat aircraft.
  • Own aircraft-level security concept from first principles to compliance.
  • Design secure intra- and inter-vehicle communications across platform.

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 (Nilo.health)
  • Regular company events and monthly social allowances
  • Enhanced parental leave: 22 weeks primary and 6 weeks secondary

Ideal candidate

Mission-driven systems engineer with deep security mindset who thrives translating complex regulations into real aircraft design and engaging directly with customers and authorities.

Requirements

  • Designed and delivered end-to-end security architectures for military or defence-grade systems
  • Can apply NATO security standards and German national security frameworks including STANAGs
  • Professional fluency in German for customer and authority engagement

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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