(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