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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