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Drone & robotics jobs in Europe

Explore roles in unmanned aircraft, autonomous systems and robotics, alongside vacancies at robotics employers. The live list brings together software, hardware, field testing and supporting business functions.

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Read beyond the job title: navigation, perception, controls, embedded software and mechanical design are distinct specialisms. Check whether the role concerns aerial, ground or maritime platforms, and whether it involves field trials or travel. Aviation-tagged roles may also include crewed aircraft; the original description sets the scope.

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486 vacancies · 50 employers

Most represented functions: Engineering (300) · Production & operations (45) · Business development (17) · Research (16)

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Current vacancies

Employer listings, checked daily. Descriptions retain their source language. This collection covers monitored employers, not the whole market.

Shield AI

Senior Systems Engineer - Autonomy & Software

London

The Systems Engineer, Autonomy & Software at Shield AI is responsible for solving complex systems engineering challenges associated with the development, integration, and deployment of advanced autonomous systems for defense applications. This role sits at the intersection of systems engineering, software engineering, and autonomy. The Systems Engineer works across multidisciplinary engineering teams to translate mis

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Autonomy Integration Engineer (R5245)

London

System Integration & Deployment — Integrate autonomy software onto unmanned aircraft systems, ensuring seamless operation across onboard compute, sensors, and control interfaces. Pre-flight Preparation — Own the build, configuration, and validation process for flight-ready systems; coordinate hardware/software compatibility and mission readiness. On-site Flight Test Support — Travel to test sites and support live fli

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Senior Staff Engineer, Autonomy Software Integration & Test (R5539)

London

Shield AI’s mission is to protect service members and civilians with intelligent systems. We are seeking an Autonomy Software Integration & Test Engineer to support development, integration, testing, and deployment of autonomous systems in Ukraine. This role is ideal for a hands-on engineer who enjoys working across software, hardware, aircraft systems, and flight operations in fast-paced field environments. The posi

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Senior Engineer, Autonomy Software Integration & Test (R5225)

Lviv

Shield AI’s mission is to protect service members and civilians with intelligent systems. We are seeking an Autonomy Software Integration & Test Engineer to support development, integration, testing, and deployment of autonomous systems in Ukraine. This role is ideal for a hands-on engineer who enjoys working across software, hardware, aircraft systems, and flight operations in fast-paced field environments. The posi

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Anduril

Flight Test Operator

Llanbedr, Wales, United Kingdom

As a UK CAA Authorised UAS Pilot, you will be at the forefront of operating Anduril UK's advanced fleet of Uncrewed Air Systems (UAS). This critical role demands not only exceptional piloting skills but also a deep technical understanding and a meticulous approach to regulatory compliance. You will be responsible for planning, executing, and certifying complex UAS missions, primarily within the Specific Category, and

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Anduril

UAS Integration & Flight Controller Technician

Llanbedr, Wales, United Kingdom

UAS Hardware Integration: Lead the physical integration, setup, and configuration of UAS platforms, including advanced flight controllers (Pixhawk and Cube Orange), GPS modules, telemetry, and payload systems. Flight Controller & Firmware Management: Serve as the subject matter expert on flight controller configuration, calibration, firmware management, and parameter tuning using relevant ground control station softw

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Spire

GNC Engineer

Glasgow

As a GNC/AOCS Engineer at Spire, you will operate as part of a technical team who maintains responsibility across the full lifecycle of the Spire GNC product and its subcomponents. The GNC team interfaces directly with many engineering groups to conduct R&D, design, manufacturing, and operations activities, ultimately ensuring all current and future spacecraft systems satisfy their mission. Ideal candidates will embr

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Isar Aerospace

Avionics Technician or Electronics Technician (m/f/d)

Parsdorf, Bavaria, Germany

We are looking for a committed and qualified professional as an Avionics Technician to strengthen our avionics team. You will make a significant contribution to quality in the production of cable harnesses and avionics assemblies (electronic) for our carrier systems. In this role, you will actively participate in the manufacturing and scaling of our launch systems – from the prototype phase to flight design. For this

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Avionics Technician (m/f/d)

Parsdorf, Bavaria, Germany

Harness Routing & Installation: Route, secure, and install complex vehicle wire harnesses in accordance with engineering drawings and aerospace standards. Structural Bonding & Adhesives: Prepare surfaces and bond ClickBond clips and standoffs to metallic and composite structures. Apply aerospace-grade adhesives. Avionics Unit Installation: Install and mechanically secure telemetry modules, batteries, and other avioni

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Avionics Engineer - Thrust Vector Control Actuator (m/f/d)

Ottobrunn, Bavaria, Germany

You will be an integral part of the Avionics, Guidance, Navigation & Control (AGNC) department, specifically the Avionics Control Systems team, that designs, tests and integrates electronic control units for the Spectrum launch vehicle. You will be the product owner of the Thrust Vector Control Actuator of the Spectrum Launch Vehicle. You will own the lifecycle of it, manage associated interfaces and ensure delivery

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Isar Aerospace

Senior Avionics Hardware Engineer (m/f/d)

Ottobrunn, Bavaria, Germany

As a Senior Avionics Engineer, you will provide direct contribution to our technology stack and take responsibility for critical Avionics units: driving them through their entire lifecycle from early concept, to detailed design, qualification, and all the way to successful on-orbit operations in Space. The ideal candidate is someone with deep technical expertise in Electrical and Electronics engineering who thrives i

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Isar Aerospace

Managing Director, Isar Aerospace Sweden AB (m/f/d)

Kiruna, Norrbotten, Sweden

Mission Brief The Managing Director will lead Isar Aerospace Sweden AB with a strong focus on financial performance, strategic alignment, and governance and compliance. This role involves fostering a supportive environment for operational and technical teams while ensuring adherence to regulatory requirements and company governance principles. Close collaboration with functions and business units within Isar Aerospac

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Mechanical Design & Routing Engineer (m/w/d)

Ottobrunn, Bavaria, Germany

You will be an integral part of the Avionics department, specifically the Harness & Structures team, that designs the complete Launch Vehicle harness, together with the in-house developed Avionics units and necessary enclosures. Doing so in close collaboration with the Avionics production and machining teams, as well as all relevant stakeholders from other departments. You will be the product owner of mechanical desi

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Helsing

AI Research Engineer - Robotics

Barcelona; Paris

At Helsing we deliver AI-based capabilities and the enabling foundation that allow machines to perceive and assist human decision-making. You will have the unique opportunity to shape AI capabilities in one of the most challenging sectors, where high generalisation capabilities need to be paired with hardware constraints and real-world robustness. You will be part of a team pushing the boundaries of autonomous roboti

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AI Research Engineer - Reinforcement Learning

Barcelona; Berlin; London; Munich; Paris

At Helsing we deliver AI-based capabilities and the enabling infrastructure that allow semi-autonomous platforms to localise, navigate, and perceive the world in real time. You will have the unique opportunity to shape the future of AI in one of the most challenging sectors, where performance needs to be paired with high generalisation capabilities and strong robustness against adversarial attacks. You will build the

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Helsing

Software Engineer - Autonomous Air System V&V

Berlin; Munich

Our Autonomous Air System V&V team builds the simulation and validation environments that enable rigorous testing of autonomous air systems before they ever leave the ground. We develop Software-in-the-Loop (SiL) and Hardware-in-the-Loop (HiL) environments that allow engineers to integrate, test, and assure AI-driven capabilities against virtualised and representative hardware. We build software that is subject to si

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Helsing

Software Engineer - Frontend Autonomous Air System V&V

Berlin; Munich

Our Autonomous Air System V&V team builds the simulation and validation environments that enable rigorous testing of autonomous air systems before they ever leave the ground. We develop Software-in-the-Loop (SiL) and Hardware-in-the-Loop (HiL) environments that allow engineers to integrate, test, and assure AI-driven capabilities against virtualised and representative hardware. We build software that is subject to si

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Helsing

Software Engineer - Autonomous Air Systems

Berlin; Munich

You’ll build the autonomy brain for a cutting-edge autonomous aerial platform that will actually take flight. At Helsing, you won't just be developing software; you'll be integrating state-of-the-art reinforcement learning agents into the operational systems of our own Unmanned Combat Aerial Vehicle (UCAV), the CA-1 Europa, part of the groundbreaking Centaur project. This is a unique opportunity to directly contribut

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Helsing

Hardware Electronics Engineer - Robotics

Barcelona

We are looking for an experienced and passionate electronics engineer with a hands-on and problem-solving mindset to join us at our office in Barcelona.  You will work on solving real challenges in a fast-paced environment, working as part of a multidisciplinary team pushing the boundaries of what is possible in cutting-edge legged robotics. You will design and develop electronic systems, including schematics (SCH) a

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Helsing

Lead Systems Engineer - Avionics Communication

Munich

As an Avionics Systems Engineer focusing on communications, you will define the end-to-end architecture for airborne systems encompassing data, voice, and mission-critical links. By collaborating with industry partners and platform teams, you will integrate emerging technologies into critical air platforms. You will engage with diverse partners, suppliers, and government stakeholders to align on standards and interop

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Helsing

Robotics Mechancial Engineer

Barcelona

As a Robotics Mechancial Engineer, you will play a key role in the design and development of our robots. You will be responsible for creating robust and efficient mechanical mechanisms, assemblies, and systems that integrate with advanced robotic technologies. This is an exciting opportunity to work with a multidisciplinary team of engineers, bringing together expertise in mechanical, electrical, and software enginee

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Helsing

Technical Lead Engineer, UAV Development

Munich

As Technical Lead Engineer, UAV Development, you will serve as the primary technical authority for the integration and optimisation of Helsing's complex drone systems, working across mechanical, electrical, thermal, avionics and flight software disciplines. You will govern requirements, manage Interface Control Documents and lead verification and validation from simulation through to flight test. The day-to-day Lead

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Helsing

Systems Engineer (Avionics)

Munich

You will collaborate with a team developing the world’s first AI-enabled electronic warfare capability for a 4+ generation fighter jet—from concept to maiden flight. As an integral member of our chief engineering team, you will guide system engineering activities, spanning from aligning on and validating requirements with the customer to final system qualification and certification with aviation authorities. Your cor

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Helsing

Robotics Software Engineer

Barcelona

You will be part of a team building production-grade software foundations that power autonomous robotics. Your work will focus on designing, implementing, and deploying high-performance ROS2-based architectures and control software for robots operating in complex, unstructured, and dynamic real-world environments. This includes ensuring low-latency, real-time communication, robust sensor integration, and reliable mec

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