ISR Payload Engineer | AR5

About the Position

ISR Payload Engineer | AR5

Location: Hybrid between Lisbon and Caldas da Rainha

Experience: 4+ Years

We're looking for our next ISR Payload Specialist to integrate technologies that most people only see in magazines. From SAR radars to hyperspectral systems, you'll be responsible for ensuring the AR5 has the best "vision" on the market - whether patrolling oceans or monitoring complex terrain. If you have the instinct to select the best technologies and the skill to get them airborne, join the team.

Responsibilities

• Strategic Selection: Identify and evaluate payloads (sensors) suited to different ISR mission profiles, balancing technical performance with system requirements.
• Multi-Sensor Integration: Lead the physical and logical integration of Gimbals (EO/IR, LTD, Multispectral, Hyperspectral, VIDAR) and SAR Radars.
• Maritime Domain: Configure and optimize maritime monitoring systems, including AIS (Automatic Identification System), EPIRB, and Maritime Radars.
• SIGINT & Comms: Integrate electronic intelligence systems such as IMSI Catchers and ESM Sensors, and collaborate on the implementation of critical communications.
• Control Systems: Ensure the payload communicates flawlessly with the aircraft's control system and the Ground Control Station (GCS).

Requirements

• Experience: Minimum of 4 years in mission systems or ISR integration, preferably within the Defense or Aerospace industry.
• Sensor Expertise: Deep knowledge of optics, radio frequencies (RF), image processing, and radar technologies.
• Product Engineering Mindset: Ability to translate an operational customer's needs into technical integration requirements (SWaP-C: Size, Weight, Power, and Cooling).
• Hands-on Integration: Practical experience with Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT) and flight testing for sensor validation.
• Language: Fluent English (essential for negotiating requirements with global technology suppliers).

We Offer

• A dynamic and collaborative work environment, with the opportunity to make a real impact
• A competitive salary package, adjusted to proven experience level
• Meal allowance and health insurance for employees
• Shuttle transport service to offices in Leiria, Caldas da Rainha, and Ponte de Sor
• Bonus in accordance with company policy
• Access to the Employee Assistance Program

If you're ready to embrace this opportunity, send us your application.

About the Company

Tekever is a leading company in the development and integration of advanced technologies for ISR missions, providing innovative solutions to meet the needs of the Defense and Aerospace industries.