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

AIRBUS DS GEO SA

Backnang, Germany
Not specified; flexible working hours; excellent c...
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Uav/drones operation experience
Hardware integration and maintenance
Flight planning and regulatory compliance
** Airbus Defence and Space is seeking a (Senior) Drone Ops Engineer for their AI-Based Autonomy Hub in Backnang, Germany. The role involves bridging the gap between laboratory development and real-world testing of autonomous drone systems, requiring both technical expertise and operational skills. **

Job Summary

  • This role bridges the critical gap between lab development and real-world test flights for autonomous systems.
  • Candidates will be responsible for hardware maintenance, flight planning, and executing real-world tests of autonomous software.
  • The position offers a unique opportunity to shape the future of autonomous systems within Airbus's new AI and Autonomy Hub.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 75

** Airbus Defence and Space is seeking a (Senior) Drone Ops Engineer for their AI-Based Autonomy Hub in Backnang, Germany. The role involves bridging the gap between laboratory development and real-world testing of autonomous drone systems, requiring both technical expertise and operational skills. **

Salary

Not specified; Flexible working hours; Excellent career development opportunities

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • UAV/Drones operation experience
  • Hardware integration and maintenance
  • Flight planning and regulatory compliance
  • Sensor calibration and integration
  • Real-world flight testing execution

Nice-to-have

  • AI-based autonomy software knowledge
  • Start-up agile environment adaptability
  • German language proficiency
  • GNSS-denied flight operations
  • Cross-functional team collaboration

Key Requirements

  • Degree in Aerospace, Mechanical, or Mechatronics Engineering
  • Professional experience in UAV operations or flight testing
  • Senior level requires multi-year aviation safety management experience
  • Fluent in German and English
  • Understanding of EASA regulations and approval processes

Work Rights

Not specified

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