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Helsing is a defence AI company on a mission to protect democracies by achieving technological leadership in AI-enabled defence systems. The company is building cutting-edge UAV platforms and seeks a Hardware Engineer to join the Physical Products team in Munich.
In this role, you will own end-to-end aspects of UAV hardware design, from early-stage concept and analysis through to flight-ready builds. You will work across aerodynamic, structural, propulsion, and electronic subsystems, going deep in your area of specialism while maintaining visibility of the integrated system. Key responsibilities include:
• Translate requirements into robust, efficient, and field-ready UAV designs
• Develop and iterate prototypes at pace, balancing aerodynamic performance, structural integrity, weight, power, and manufacturability constraints
• Define and execute hardware validation and flight-readiness testing, including analysis, bench tests, integration checks, and field trials
• Produce clear documentation of test results and design decisions
• Evaluate and select components and materials, working with suppliers and partners to meet technical and programme requirements
• Take responsibility for quality and pace of delivery across your assigned hardware domains
You should have hands-on experience designing and building UAVs or similarly complex autonomous hardware systems. Depth in at least one domain is essential: aerodynamics and flight mechanics, mechanical and structural design, or electronics and avionics. A strong prototyping track record—taking hardware from concept to flying article at pace—is critical. Proficiency with relevant engineering tools (CAD, FEA, CFD, Altium, MATLAB/Simulink) and experience defining and running hardware validation campaigns are expected. Excellent written and spoken English communication is required.
Helsing operates with an open, transparent culture that welcomes healthy debate on the ethical implications of defence technology. The company is mission-driven and seeks engineers committed to equipping democratic societies with capable, cutting-edge defence capabilities.
