Drone System Validation Engineer -FR

About Us

About the Role

Responsibilities

• System Testing: Plan and execute validation & verification of defense systems (drone, payload...) in simulated and real-world conditions.
• Flight Test Campaigns: Design and conduct rigorous test for new features, hardware configurations, and software releases.
• Test Protocols: Define, document, and refine structured test procedures.
• Data Analysis: Capture and interpret telemetry, logs, and test outcomes to assess system behavior and recommend design improvements hand-in-hand with the R&D.
• Cross-Team Collaboration: Work closely with hardware, software, and systems teams to support debugging and iteration based on test outcomes.
• Candidate Requirements
• 2–5 years of experience in validation on aerospace or robotic systems, or embedded robotics.
• Solid understanding of methodology for rigorous testing and validation of technical system
• Wide engineering culture around flight dynamics, control systems, avionics, and/or RF systems.
• Comfortable designing and executing structured test protocols.
• Experience with DVT/PVT phases and environmental testing methodologies.
• Strong statistical analysis skills to interpret test data and validate reliability.
• Bonus: Pilot certification, experience with military or industrial drone platforms.
• Detail-oriented with excellent documentation and organizational skills.
• Strong communication and leadership skills, with the ability to motivate and guide teams toward success.
• Location and Commitments
• Contract Type: CDI
• Work Schedule: Full-time
• Availability: ASAP
• Location: Paris
• We look forward to hearing how you can help shape the future of autonomous defense systems at Harmattan AI.