Chief Engineer

Harmattan AI

Lausanne, Switzerland
On-site
System architecture design
Cross-functional team leadership
Requirements engineering
Harmattan AI is seeking a Chief Engineer to lead the architecture and implementation of robotic defense systems in Lausanne, Switzerland. The ideal candidate should have over 10 years of experience in system engineering within the robotics or defense sectors and possess a strong background in system architecture and multi-disciplinary team coordination

Job Summary

  • The Chief Engineer will own the full lifecycle of a robotic system from concept through to field deployment in the defense sector.
  • This role requires leading cross-functional teams across mechanical, electrical, software, GNC, and ML disciplines to ensure system robustness.
  • Candidates must demonstrate rigorous execution and ownership within a demanding environment focused on mission-critical autonomous systems.

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Harmattan AI is seeking a Chief Engineer to lead the architecture and implementation of robotic defense systems in Lausanne, Switzerland. The ideal candidate should have over 10 years of experience in system engineering within the robotics or defense sectors and possess a strong background in system architecture and multi-disciplinary team coordination.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • System Architecture Design
  • Cross-Functional Team Leadership
  • Requirements Engineering
  • Trade-Off Analysis
  • System Integration Validation

Nice-to-have

  • Mission-Driven Mindset
  • Strong Analytical Skills
  • Continuous Improvement Processes

Key Requirements

  • 10+ years experience in robotics or aerospace
  • MSc in Engineering required
  • PhD is a plus
  • Proven full system lifecycle leadership

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