Harmattan AI

Defense

DirectorofEngineeringUAS

$200–300k ~AI est. Lausanne, Switzerland FULL TIME
The Brief

“Director of Engineering - UAS at Harmattan AI. Skills: People management, Hardware engineering, Process standardisation. Act as people manager. Oversee performance reviews”

What You'll Achieve.

Meet ambitious growth plans; Ensure high-quality output; Ensure consistency; Optimise cross-functional delivery

Industry & Context.

Defense

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

Academic record in Mechanical, Aerospace, or Electrical Engineering, Transitioned into management role, Experience leading multi-disciplinary hardware engineering teams (30+ engineers), Shipped at least one complex multi-disciplinary hardware system, Know rhythm of fast-cycle hardware test campaigns, Desire to keep hands dirty, Exceptional soft skills, High-bar for excellence, 100% dedication to Harmattan AI's mission

Nice to Have

Experience in UAV, drone, eVTOL, or advanced robotics company

What You'll Do.

Act as people manager

Oversee performance reviews

Oversee career growth

Oversee training initiatives

Own recruitment process

Build engineering team

Maintain engineering team

Develop work processes

Implement work processes

Audit internal tooling

Improve internal tooling

Contribute to organisational structure

Collaborate with leadership

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Cross-functional delivery; R&D modules

Communication Scope

Elevate others

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