Senior Autonomous System Engineer, Lystrup or Søborg

Join us to solve autonomy’s hardest problems – across land, sea, air, and space!

Technical superiority has been a decisive factor in numerous military engagements throughout history. From the English longbowmen at the Battle of Agincourt in 1415 through the Danish defeat in the Danish-Prussian War of 1864 to the Six-Day War in 1967, technology has been a pivotal factor on the battlefield. Indeed, technological superiority may be the sole solution when your adversary’s number of soldiers is only outmatched by his disregard for their lives.

Nowhere in the world is technological innovation happening faster than Ukraine. Strike drones are replacing short and medium-range cruise missiles; naval drones are taking out destroyers, submarines and support ships; drones costing the equivalent of a PlayStation 5 disables long-range strategic bombers; and unmanned ground vehicles adds a new layer to the hellish conditions in the trench lines. What distinguishes this conflict from previous ones is its rapid pace. New technologies are created, implemented, and outdated within weeks. Although the frontline spans a significant distance, the impact of this arms race goes well beyond it. The threats affecting key areas now could potentially reach major cities across the region within a few years.

Time is short – but there is still time. Join us and help safeguard our nations and allies. We are seeking an experienced Senior Autonomous Systems Engineer to guide a small team of engineers in the design and development of autonomous UAV systems.

Your role in our team

As our new Senior Autonomous System Engineer, you will lead the design, development, and implementation of autonomous control systems for UAV applications. You will set the strategic direction for innovation, driving the development of disruptive technologies that enhance operational capabilities in the air and on the ground.

Your role will involve collaborating in cross-functional teams, mentoring engineers, and aligning technical development with business objectives. You will be at the forefront of transforming emerging technologies into mission-critical systems. You will become part of our Autonomous Systems team, consisting of dedicated engineers and specialists working closely with software, hardware, and systems experts. We value collaboration, innovation, and emotional safety, fostering an environment where bold ideas can thrive.

How you will make a meaningful contribution

Your key responsibilities include:

• Lead the design, development, and implementation of autonomous control systems specifically for UAV applications
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define system requirements and establish project timelines
• Conduct research and development on advanced algorithms relevant to UAV navigation, guidance, and control
• Mentor and guide team as of engineers, fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration and emotional safety within the team
• Set technical direction and establish best practices for the development of autonomous UAV systems
• Engage with business development to ensure alignment with [xxxxx]’s commercial ambitions
• Develop and maintain comprehensive documentation for system architectures, designs, and specifications
• Stay informed about industry trends, technologies, and advancements related to UAV systems, leveraging this knowledge to drive innovation within the team

Bring your world class expertise into play

We are looking for a strategic thinker with strong technical and leadership skills. The ideal candidate brings:

• A Ph.D. or Master’s degree in Robotics, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field
• A minimum of 5 years in autonomous systems engineering, preferably in autonomous UAV development
• Strong expertise in control systems, machine learning, computer vision, and sensor integration
• Proficiency in Python, C++, or ROS (Robot Operating System)
• Excellent problem-solving abilities combined with strategic thinking and the ability to set clear technical goals
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills for working with interdisciplinary teams

As a person, you are a team player, open-minded, and with a strong preference to execute. You thrive in a dynamic environment and enjoy driving innovation while supporting your team’s professional growth. You communicate effectively with stakeholders at all levels and maintain discretion when handling sensitive information.

We are an international company representing world-class expertise, delivering complex and high-tech products. We value our colleagues and our meaningful contributions to securing people through advanced technology. You will also experience that we have a strong focus on your development, teaching you useful new competences and further strengthening current ones, both professionally and personally. Our company culture is autonomous and engaging, and we acknowledge the importance of flexibility in a great working environment.
When joining [xxxxx], we promise that you will experience: Great people, challenging tasks, world-class expertise, and meaningful contribution in your daily work.

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Benefits at [xxxxx]
At [xxxxx], we prioritize the well-being of our employees, ensuring they are well taken care of. Joining our team comes with a multitude of perks designed to enhance your social life, cultural experiences, and health.

International Environment: Explore great teamwork and professional sparring with colleagues around the world
Flexible Working Hours: Enjoy the opportunity to work flexibly and the option to work from home up to two days per week. Internet connection at home is paid by [xxxxx].
Comprehensive Benefits Package: Receive a 10% paid pension along with a beneficial health care and insurance package. Enjoy discounts from various business partners.
Well-being Perks: Opportunity to enroll in our on-site massage-offer at our locations in Denmark
Social and Professional Events: We have an active staff association that arrange a variety of social activities and events to bring all of our colleagues together.
Competence networking across professional experts in [xxxxx]: Professional presentations and knowledge sharing across the organization

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We are dedicated to fostering a diverse, equitable, inclusive, and welcoming workplace. Our commitment to DEIB (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging) means we actively value and celebrate unique backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences. We strive to create an environment where all employees have equal opportunities to succeed, feel respected and valued, and experience a true sense of belonging.
To support an unbiased evaluation process, we kindly encourage applicants to omit personal details such as photos and age from their applications.

If you would like to take on the challenge of working in an innovative company, we look forward to receiving your application. A resume is required, while a cover letter is optional. To ensure that your application will reach us and is properly processed, we only accept applications via www.[xxxxx].com. Applications will be processed continuously.

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Do you have any questions regarding the position?
Feel free to contact Hiring Manager on e-mail: TNIK@[xxxxx].com

Bear in mind, that we need you to confirm that you can obtain a security clearance by the Danish Defense Intelligence Service, and that all adults in your household are not posing any risk to the related risk-evaluation. This entails among other issues:

• The you have as a minimum stayed within NATO/EU/MISWG countries for the last 7 years only interrupted by short stays abroad, and
• That you have not committed serious criminal offences

[xxxxx] group has headquarters in Denmark and is a high-tech company developing products and systems for defense and non-defense security applications, including command and control systems, radar systems, self-protection systems for aircraft, space technology, and aerostructures for the aircraft industry. [xxxxx] | Allies in innovation

The high-tech and innovative [xxxxx] Group develops products and systems for defense, non-defense and security applications, including command and control systems, radar systems, self-protection systems for aircraft and vessels, space technology, and aerostructures for the aircraft industry.

Headquartered in Aarhus, Denmark, [xxxxx] has subsidiaries and operations across Europe, in the Middle East, in Asia Pacific as well as a wholly-owned U.S. subsidiary, [xxxxx] Inc., with offices in Washington D.C., Georgia and Texas.