Production Engineer – UAV Platform

What we’re looking for

We are looking for a hands-on Senior Production Engineer to be the bridge between R&D and Production. You will lead our new systems through the NPI process, make sure designs are ready for manufacturing and assembly, and validate them in prototype builds. Once in series production, you own the quality loop: non-conformities, root causes and engineering changes, so that what production learns flows straight back into the design.

The day-to-day

NPI leadership

drive the New Program Introduction (NPI) for new systems and variants, from first prototype to production release, as the interface between R&D and Production.

Issue tracking

own the NPI issue tracker, prioritise open points with R&D and drive them to closure before release.

DFM/DFA

lead and coordinate design-for-manufacturing and design-for-assembly reviews and bring production requirements into the design early.

Prototype builds & validation

plan and run prototype and pilot builds, and validate the design, processes, tooling and work instructions.

Non-conformities & root cause

own non-conformity tracking in series production and lead root cause analysis (e.g. 8D, 5-Why) through to effective corrective actions.

Engineering changes

own the engineering change request process, from impact assessment on cost, stock and documentation to implementation on the line.

Documentation & compliance

keep production documentation and traceability audit-ready and aligned with our QMS processes.

You should apply if you

Education

degree in electrical, mechanical or aerospace engineering, mechatronics or a comparable technical field.

Engineering background

several years of first-hand experience as an electrical or mechanical engineer, ideally on drones / UAS.

Industrialization

you have taken products through NPI into series production and know DFM/DFA, prototype and pilot builds from practice.

Quality tools

hands-on experience with non-conformity management, structured root cause analysis and engineering change processes.

Mindset

structured and hands-on, comfortable in a fast-moving start-up, and you communicate clearly in German and English.

Nice to haves

Defense

or aerospace

• experience with UAV, aviation or
• defense
• programs and ISO 9001 / EN 9100 environments.

Tools

experience with PLM/ERP systems and issue tracking tools such as Jira.

Electronics manufacturing

knowledge of PCB assembly, cable harnesses and IPC standards.

What we offer

Real impact & ownership

Shape high-tech defense systems and take responsibility from day one

Mission-driven environment

Work on technologies that matter for European security and sovereignty

Competitive package

Competitive salary, EGYM Wellpass, corporate benefits, and equity options aligned with role and level

Deep tech environment

Get hands-on experience with cutting-edge drone technology and real operational use cases

Grow fast

Steep learning curve for juniors, strategic influence and leadership opportunities for seniors

Startup mindset meets defence innovation

flat hierarchies, fast decisions, and space for your ideas.

Flexibility

Flexible hours, remote options, and relocation support

Strong team

International, driven colleagues and a culture built on exchange, trust, and shared success