Flight Test & Field Systems Engineer C-UAS (m/f/d)

About the Position

Flight Test & Field Systems Engineer C-UAS (m/f/d)

Quantum Systems is a leading European deep-tech company for unmanned systems across air, land, and maritime domains. We develop and scale integrated hardware, software, and AI-powered solutions for mission-critical operations. By combining autonomous platforms with intelligent software and AI, Quantum Systems enables customers to operate, understand, and act across domains.

We are looking for one or two Flight Test & Field Systems Engineers to operate, debug, document, and continuously improve our complete field setup. You will be responsible for making the system test-ready, demo-ready, and repeatable in real operational environments.

This is a hands-on field role. You will spend significant time outdoors, at test sites, with real hardware. You will work with engineers from different disciplines and make sure they can test their subsystems without having to operate the full system themselves.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate the complete test system, including Ground Control Station, radar or sensor units, communication equipment, launch infrastructure, charging systems, and drones.
• Prepare field-test campaigns, demos, integration tests, and engineering experiments.
• Configure networks, IP addresses, communication links, antennas, sensors, ground-station computers, and related field equipment.
• Start, stop, monitor, and troubleshoot Ground Control Station software and connected hardware.
• Collect logs, organize test data, upload data to cloud systems, and make sure engineers receive the data they need.
• Build and maintain checklists, setup guides, teardown procedures, safety workflows, and test documentation.
• Develop repeatable procedures so that field setups do not depend on individual improvisation.
• Support engineers during tests of flight controllers, guidance algorithms, communication links, sensors, mechanical changes, electronics, or software updates.
• Perform pre-flight and post-flight checks, basic repairs, battery handling, hardware inspections, and failure assessments.
• Support the development and operation of a mobile Ground Control Station setup, such as a test vehicle or transportable field station.
• Support the development and readiness of mobile sensor units and field equipment.
• Help operate or coordinate target aircraft and other test assets where required.
• Support safety-critical test activities and obtain required training or licenses where necessary.
• Work closely with engineering teams to identify root causes after failed tests, crashes, communication issues, or setup problems.
• Keep the field system ready, documented, and continuously improving.

Requirements

• Hands-on technical background in UAVs, robotics, electronics, mechanical systems, field testing, aerospace, automotive, defense, or comparable environments.
• Strong practical troubleshooting skills across hardware, software, networks, batteries, cables, sensors, and field equipment.
• Basic Linux and networking knowledge, including IP configuration, logs, SSH, terminals, routers, radios, and connected devices.
• Willingness to work outdoors, travel to test sites, and support long or irregular test days when required.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Strong sense of responsibility, safety, and discipline in field operations.
• Ability to stay calm and structured when tests are under time pressure.
• Ability to work with engineers from different disciplines and help them execute their tests efficiently.
• Practical hands-on mindset: you are comfortable repairing, checking, assembling, transporting, and operating real hardware.

Nice to Have

• Experience flying drones, RC aircraft, fixed-wing model aircraft, or turbine-powered model aircraft.
• Experience with flight testing, test ranges, field operations, military systems, emergency services, robotics competitions, or outdoor technical operations.
• Experience with radio systems, antennas, telemetry, GNSS, radar systems, video links, or long-range communication.
• Experience with test documentation, checklists, operational procedures, safety reviews, or incident reporting.
• Experience with batteries, chargers, high-power electronics, mechanical repairs, 3D printing, or workshop tools.

We Offer

• Be at the forefront of next-generation Defence innovation.
• Work in a fast-paced, agile environment where your ideas make an impact.
• Collaborate with a team of industry pioneers who are ambitious, bold, and visionary.
• Opportunities for individual and professional growth in a globally recognized organization.

About the Company

Quantum Systems specializes in the development, design, and production of small Unmanned Aerial Systems (sUAS). The company’s range of electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) sUAS are built to maximize range and versatility and to provide operators with a seamless user experience. By integrating cutting-edge software capabilities, like edge computing and real-time AI-powered data processing, Quantum Systems is building next-generation UAS for clients in the defense, security, and public sectors.

How to Apply

Please include as your cover letter:

• A detailed description of your hands-on projects, including photos, GitHub links, and videos, drawings.

Location: On-site, Wessling, Bayern, Germany

Note: We operate in an industry where women, as well as other minority groups, are systematically under-represented. We encourage you to apply even if you don't meet all the listed qualifications; ability and impact cannot be summarized in a few bullet points.