Systems Engineer - Land

About the role

Helsing is a defence AI company. Our mission is to protect our democracies. We aim to achieve technological leadership, so that open societies can continue to make sovereign decisions and control their ethical standards. As democracies, we believe we have a special responsibility to be thoughtful about the development and deployment of powerful technologies like AI. We take this responsibility seriously. We are an ambitious and committed team of engineers, AI specialists and customer-facing programme managers. We are looking for mission-driven people to join our European teams - and apply their skills to solve the most complex and impactful problems. We embrace an open and transparent culture that welcomes healthy debates on the use of technology in defence, its benefits, and its ethical implications. As Systems Engineer - Land you are responsible for the design and implementation of all aspects of systems engineering for one of Helsing's programmes that will determine the success of the land forces. As part of our team, you will directly participate in our work with industry partners, procurement agencies and land forces. You will take a central role in creating complex systems that deliver answers to the challenges of tomorrows battlefield. Your work will include but will not be limited to deeply understanding customer demands and modern technologies with a focus on land defence systems. Working closely with the delivery teams at the intersection between technical and commercial delivery within Helsing requires strategic oversight, while maintaining tight control over the day-to-day project work. In this role, you are responsible for the on-time/quality/cost delivery of all systems engineering activities. We have assembled a distinctive partnerships-and-programmes team across various fields of expertise and backgrounds. Together we lift ambitions and shape the thinking of our industry partners and customers on software and AI in defence, national security, and intelligence. You will work with and learn from leading experts to build lasting industry and customer relationships. The day-to-day Develop system architecture that aligns with software and defence system requirements, and supervise system integration Act as a Subject Matter Expert for multiple project teams, offering guidance on vital defence system aspects such as Reliability, Availability, Maintainability and Safety (RAMS) Collaborate with software architects, developers, and other engineers to translate system-level requirements into effective software solutions Responsible for overall system integration, verification, validation - and for qualification and certification (as far as required) Ensure a smooth flow of information and technical guidance between teams to align system and software development objectives Conduct in-depth analysis to identify potential risks and system vulnerabilities Establish and enforce quality assurance protocols to maintain compliant with industry standards Manage project timelines, resources and budget to deliver projects within scope and on time Provide ongoing support to project teams, ensuring the consistent delivery of high-quality, reliable solutions Identify emerging trends and propose new software solutions to enhance land defence systems Ensure all solutions adhere to safety protocols and government regulations You should apply if you Have 5+ years of experience in systems engineering of defence systems Have experience in leading a project team Have in-depth knowledge of system architecture, requirements and integration of defence systems H ave a university degree in Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science or a related field Are business fluent in English Are willing to travel Your personal values match ours: ownership, initiative, dedication to mission, speed and inclusiveness Are a high performer who thrives in a fast-paced environment Are collaborative, humble and a problem-solver Are ready to meet all necessary measures and requirements that are required to receive a security clearance according to the respective national law Note: We operate at an intersection 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 summarised in a few bullet points. Join Helsing and work with world-leading experts in their fields Helsing's work is important. You'll be directly contributing to the protection of democratic countries while balancing both ethical and geopolitical concerns. The work is unique. We operate in a domain that has highly unusual technical requirements and constraints, and where robustness, safety, and ethical considerations are vital. You will face unique Engineering and AI challenges that make a meaningful impact in the world. Our work frequently takes us right up to the state of t

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