(senior) Drone Ops Engineer (m/w/d) - Ai Based Autonomy Hub

Airbus Defence and Space

Backnang, Germany
Hardware integration and avionics
Autonomous software testing
Flight planning and approvals
You will be an essential member of the "Operations Team", closing the critical gap between lab development and real test flights (Sim-to-Real)

Job Summary

  • You will be an essential member of the "Operations Team", closing the critical gap between lab development and real test flights (Sim-to-Real).
  • The role involves hardware setup and maintenance, flight planning and approvals, sensor integration, real flight tests, and developing safety and operational concepts.
  • You will have the unique opportunity to shape the future of autonomous systems at a leading aerospace company, working in an inspiring environment that combines startup innovation with established expertise.

Matching Summary

You will be an essential member of the "Operations Team", closing the critical gap between lab development and real test flights (Sim-to-Real).

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Hardware integration and avionics
  • Autonomous software testing
  • Flight planning and approvals
  • Sensor selection and integration
  • UAV/Drone operations

Nice-to-have

  • Startup dynamics with established expertise
  • Shaping future autonomous systems
  • Teamwork and solution-oriented approach

Key Requirements

  • Degree in Aerospace Engineering or similar
  • Professional: Practical experience in UAV/drone operations
  • Senior: Several years of experience in UAV operations
  • Knowledge of aviation regulations (EASA)
  • Proficient in German and English

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