(senior) Drone Ops Engineer (m/w/d) - Ai Based Autonomy Hub
Airbus Defence and Space
Backnang, Germany
Not specified (potentially hybrid or flexible based on company culture).
Uav/drones operation experience
Hardware integration and maintenance
Flight planning and regulatory approvals
Airbus Defence and Space is seeking a (Senior) Drone Ops Engineer for their Ai Based Autonomy Hub in Backnang, Germany. The position focuses on bridging laboratory development and real-world testing of autonomous systems, requiring expertise in UAV operations, regulatory knowledge, and hands-on hardware integration
Job Summary
This role bridges the gap between lab development and real-world flight tests for autonomous AI systems.
Candidates will be responsible for hardware maintenance, sensor integration, and obtaining civil or military flight permissions.
The position offers a unique opportunity to shape the future of autonomous systems within Airbus Defence and Space.
Matching Summary
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Airbus Defence and Space is seeking a (Senior) Drone Ops Engineer for their Ai Based Autonomy Hub in Backnang, Germany. The position focuses on bridging laboratory development and real-world testing of autonomous systems, requiring expertise in UAV operations, regulatory knowledge, and hands-on hardware integration.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
UAV/Drones operation experience
Hardware integration and maintenance
Flight planning and regulatory approvals
Sensor calibration and integration
Real-world flight testing execution
Nice-to-have
Team collaboration in agile environment
Problem-solving for complex operations
Autonomous software understanding
German language proficiency
Key Requirements
Degree in Aerospace, Mechanical, Mechatronics, or related field
Professional: First practical UAV experience; Senior: Multi-year UAV operations experience
Fundamental understanding of EASA regulations and risk assessment methods