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Lead Systems Engineer - Avionics Communication

Helsing· AI & Engineering
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Hybrid (Munich)€0Full-timePosted 3mo ago

About the role

Avionics Systems Engineer focusing on communications within a defence AI company, responsible for defining end-to-end airborne system architectures for data, voice, and mission-critical links, and guiding development from definition through deployment while collaborating with industry partners, suppliers, and government stakeholders.

Responsibilities

  • Guide the system design and development of airborne and ground-based communication architectures, leveraging modern technologies to deliver operational advantages
  • Foster collaborative relationships with stakeholders, partners, suppliers, and government bodies to ensure seamless integration
  • Oversee the complete systems engineering lifecycle, advancing concepts from initial requirements through to full qualification
  • Prepare and supervise rigorous testing protocols at both the system and aircraft levels, encompassing flight tests
  • Produce comprehensive certification and compliance documentation, ensuring strict adherence to aviation and regulatory standards throughout development
  • Provide transparent reporting on project status and technical developments to engineering and programme management teams

Qualifications

  • Hold a degree in Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related discipline
  • Have defined and developed military or civil communication architectures for air platforms
  • Possess deep knowledge of communication technology, encompassing software-defined radios, data links, air-to-air and air-to-ground communications, cybersecurity, RF, and SATCOM
  • Understand network management, antenna design, electronic warfare, and secure communications
  • Demonstrate clear and efficient communication skills, with the ability to present complex technical findings to diverse internal and external audiences
  • Are committed to remaining at the forefront of current research and technological advancements

Skills

Required:Aerospace/Electrical/Computer Science degreeMilitary or civil communication architectures for air platformsSoftware-defined radiosData links (air-to-air, air-to-ground)Cybersecurity for communicationsRF and SATCOMCommunication architecture documentation
Nice to have:Network managementAntenna designElectronic warfare

Benefits

  • Competitive salary
  • VSOP options
  • Relocation support: up to €2,500 and 4 weeks temporary accommodation
  • Learning: €500/£450 yearly allowance
  • Health & wellness: gym membership and mental health support (Nilo.health)
  • Social: regular company events and monthly social allowances
  • Enhanced parental leave: 22 weeks fully paid for primary caregivers & 6 weeks for secondary caregivers
  • Family support: 5 days of paid family emergency leave, 100% remote work option during pregnancy and phased return to work
Last updated Oct 13, 2026. Interested? Apply on the company site.

About Helsing

Helsing | Artificial intelligence to protect our democracies

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