We are building Helsing: a software company that keeps our democracies from harm. We’re a diverse team of world class, ambitious, and impassioned engineers, AI specialists and customer-facing programme managers. We are looking for others to join our European teams to apply their skills to solve the most complex and impactful problems in defence.
We embrace an open and transparent culture that welcomes healthy debates on the use of technology, and AI particular, in defence, its benefits, and its ethical implications
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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.
Own Production Pathway:
Ensure the design is production-ready from the start: design for manufacturing, design for assembly, design for test. Every design decision should answer the question: "can a technician build unit #37 the same way unit #1 was built?"
Own design documentation, version control, and assembly instructions. The design isn't done when the prototype works : it's done when someone who wasn't in the room can build it from the documentation.
Support supplier selection and qualification: know which components are available at volume, which need custom development, and which are single-source risks
Drive the transition from "engineer-built prototype" to "documented, repeatable, production-ready build" across 40 units
Drive Integration & Testing:
Work alongside the engineering team to integrate every subsystem: flight controller (FC Board), edge compute, hydrophone array, satcom, network router, sensors
Coordinate with the Software Tech Lead on the on-glider software stack
Set the test strategy from bench through tank, and open-water sea trials. Move fast: first prototype in weeks/months. This is a high-pressure environment with tight timelines. We need someone who thrives under that kind of pressure.
Build, test, learn, iterate
Break Design Deadlocks:
Bring UUV systems experience to the decision table. When the team faces competing approaches, use your knowledge of what works underwater: what's been proven, what fails at depth, what scales to production: to define the most functional path forward based on the information available
Not waiting for perfect data. Not deferring because someone has more experience. Assessing the options, making the call, explaining why, and moving on
The team has deep expertise across mechanical, electrical, and embedded domains: your job is to ensure that expertise translates into decisions and forward momentum, not further analysis
Close the Design:
Work with the existing technical team to drive Helsing's Maritime products from concept to something that can be built. Support and build on the architectural decisions already made while closing the remaining design gaps across all sub-systems (eg. hull, propulsion, variable buoyancy system, power, etc.)
Own tradeoff calls that span mechanical, electrical, and embedded software boundaries. Be ready to explain the rationale clearly enough that the team buys in and moves forward.
Know when a design is "good enough" to build and when it needs more iteration. Ensure the team doesn't get stuck in endless decision/refinement loops
Think about scaled manufacturing from day one, just to prototyping
Built, integrated, tested, and deployed complex electromechanical systems. Not academic/simulated/paper.
Systems-level decision-making across mechanical, electrical, and embedded software
Technical decisiveness: closes tradeoffs, explains reasoning, moves on
Pace and learning velocity: operates at startup speed, ramps up fast in new domains
Collaborative communication: runs design reviews, manages technical output, gets buy-in
Note: We operate in an industry 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.
Prototype-to-production experience
Direct UUV, AUV, or underwater glider experience
Buoyancy-driven platforms, underwater propulsion, or VBS
Subsea comms (Iridium SBD), underwater acoustics, or edge compute (Jetson/similar)
Defence or defence-adjacent programmes
LARS and vessel operations
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 the art in technical innovation, be it reinforcement learning, distributed systems, generative AI, or deployment infrastructure. The defence industry is entering the most exciting phase of the technological development curve. Advances in our field of world are not incremental: Helsing is part of, and often leading, historic leaps forward
In our domain, success is a matter of order-of-magnitude improvements and novel capabilities. This means we take bets, aim high, and focus on big opportunities. Despite being a relatively young company, Helsing has already been selected for multiple significant government contracts
We actively encourage healthy, proactive, and diverse debate internally about what we do and how we choose to do it. Teams and individual engineers are trusted (and encouraged) to practise responsible autonomy and critical thinking, and to focus on outcomes, not conformity. At Helsing you will have a say in how we (and you!) work, the opportunity to engage on what does and doesn’t work, and to take ownership of aspects of our culture that you care deeply about
Competitive salary and VSOP options
Relocation support: up to €2,500 and 4 weeks temporary accommodation
Learning: €500/£450 yearly allowance
Health & wellness: gym membership and mental health support (Nilo.health)
Social: regular company events and monthly social allowances
Enhanced parental leave: 22 weeks fully paid for primary caregivers & 6 weeks for secondary caregivers
Family support: 5 days of paid family emergency leave, 100% remote work option during pregnancy and phased return to work
A hands-on onboarding program (affectionately labelled “Infraduction”), in which you will be building tooling and applications to be used across the company. This is your opportunity to learn our tech stack, explore the company, and learn how we get things done - all whilst working with other engineering teams from day one
Helsing is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, religion, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability or gender identity. Please do not submit personal data revealing racial or ethnic origin, political opinions, religious or philosophical beliefs, trade union membership, data concerning your health, or data concerning your sexual orientation.
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Apply to Helsing
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.
Helsing's Resilience Factory in Plymouth designs and produces the SG-1 Fathom; a subsurface glider that redefines underwater surveillance. Mass-manufacturable and designed for deployment at scale, hundreds of SG-1s can monitor vast underwater areas, patrolling in swarms or holding position on the seabed. Integrated with Helsing's Lura platform, SG-1 provides real-time detection and classification at the edge, in environments where bandwidth is low and data volumes are high.
As a Maritime Production Technician, you will be responsible for assembling, testing and quality-assuring the SG-1 glider as it moves from design into production. This is a hands-on role at the heart of Helsing's hardware capability. You will work closely with the production engineering team to build and refine the processes that allow us to manufacture at the pace and standard our mission demands. The work requires precision, attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining high standards in both product quality and workplace safety. For someone at the start of their career in defence manufacturing, this is an opportunity to contribute directly to a capability that is already reshaping how democratic nations protect their waters.
Interpret and follow assembly drawings and detailed work instructions to build SG-1 glider components and sub-assemblies to specification
Assemble electro-mechanical components manually, ensuring each unit meets the quality standards required for subsurface deployment
Operate digital tooling to automate production tasks and improve throughput
Conduct functional testing on assembled products, identifying and documenting defects before units leave the factory floor
Perform quality control checks throughout the assembly process, contributing to a first-time-right culture that minimises rework and waste
Maintain a clean, organised and efficient workspace in line with production safety standards
Collaborate with the production engineering team to evolve and develop tooling, jigs and procedures — feeding back practical insights from the build line to improve future production runs
Support lead functions with factory-specific tasks, contributing to the smooth day-to-day running of the Resilience Factory
Hold a trade qualification in engineering, electrical, mechanical or a maritime-related field
Have experience working with electro-mechanical assemblies in a production or manufacturing setting
Demonstrate strong problem-solving ability and a methodical approach to diagnosing and resolving build issues
Communicate clearly and precisely, both verbally and in writing — particularly when documenting quality findings or raising concerns
Are eligible for UK Defence Security Clearance, hold an unrestricted right to work in the UK, and hold a valid, unrestricted driving licence
Note: We operate in an industry 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.
Experience in a quality assurance or inspection role within a manufacturing environment
Familiarity with ERP systems and digital production platforms
Exposure to maritime, subsea or defence manufacturing environments
Experience with potting, soldering, conformal coating or similar specialist assembly techniques
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 the art in technical innovation, be it reinforcement learning, distributed systems, generative AI, or deployment infrastructure. The defence industry is entering the most exciting phase of the technological development curve. Advances in our field of world are not incremental: Helsing is part of, and often leading, historic leaps forward
In our domain, success is a matter of order-of-magnitude improvements and novel capabilities. This means we take bets, aim high, and focus on big opportunities. Despite being a relatively young company, Helsing has already been selected for multiple significant government contracts
We actively encourage healthy, proactive, and diverse debate internally about what we do and how we choose to do it. Teams and individual engineers are trusted (and encouraged) to practise responsible autonomy and critical thinking, and to focus on outcomes, not conformity. At Helsing you will have a say in how we (and you!) work, the opportunity to engage on what does and doesn’t work, and to take ownership of aspects of our culture that you care deeply about
Competitive salary and VSOP options
Relocation support: up to €2,500 and 4 weeks temporary accommodation
Learning: €500/£450 yearly allowance
Health & wellness: gym membership and mental health support (Nilo.health)
Social: regularly company events and monthly social allowances
Enhanced parental leave: 22 weeks fully paid for primary caregivers & 6 weeks for secondary caregivers.
Family support: 5 days of paid family emergency leave, 100% remote work option during pregnancy and phased return to work
These are the core benefits across all locations, there may be additional benefits in certain locations.
Helsing is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, religion, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability or gender identity. Please do not submit personal data revealing racial or ethnic origin, political opinions, religious or philosophical beliefs, trade union membership, data concerning your health, or data concerning your sexual orientation.
Ready to apply?
Apply to Helsing
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.
The Production Engineer in the mechatronic systems area plays a pivotal role in optimising production processes, ensuring the highest standards of quality, efficiency, and compliance for mechatronic systems, assemblies and components. This position focuses on the practical application of engineering principles to the factory floor, collaborating across multidisciplinary teams to bring innovative designs to fruition and maintain seamless operations.
Develop, evaluate, and continuously improve manufacturing processes to enhance efficiency, quality, and cost-effectiveness
Drive the setup and launch of a new mechatronic assembly line in collaboration with cross-functional teams
Design and implement manufacturing tools, equipment, and procedures, ensuring optimal workflow and equipment layout
Collaborate closely with design, production, and quality teams to ensure the manufacturability of new products and adherence to specifications
Support new product introductions (NPI) by developing production plans and assisting with prototypes
Analyse production data to identify trends, address issues, and recommend process improvements
Conduct root cause analysis for manufacturing issues and implement effective corrective actions to prevent recurrence
Prepare and maintain detailed manufacturing documentation, including work instructions, routings, process specifications, and technical reports
Apply Lean Manufacturing principles and Six Sigma methodologies to eliminate waste, improve productivity, and drive continuous improvement initiatives
Provide technical guidance and support to the production team
Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a closely related field from an accredited institution
2-3+ years of experience in manufacturing engineering, preferably within the maritime or defence industry
Proficiency with CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, CATIA, NX, Inventor) for designing and modifying parts and assemblies, and creating detailed 3D models and technical drawings
Electronic engineering AND/OR Mechanical Engineering exposure
Strong understanding of maritime materials and processes, including composite materials and CNC machinery
Knowledge of quality control standards, including statistical process control and inspection techniques
Excellent problem-solving skills with an analytical mindset and attention to detail
Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate across departments and document processes
Familiarity with data analysis tools and manufacturing execution systems (MES)
Note: We operate in an industry 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.
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 the art in technical innovation, be it reinforcement learning, distributed systems, generative AI, or deployment infrastructure. The defence industry is entering the most exciting phase of the technological development curve. Advances in our field of world are not incremental: Helsing is part of, and often leading, historic leaps forward
In our domain, success is a matter of order-of-magnitude improvements and novel capabilities. This means we take bets, aim high, and focus on big opportunities. Despite being a relatively young company, Helsing has already been selected for multiple significant government contracts
We actively encourage healthy, proactive, and diverse debate internally about what we do and how we choose to do it. Teams and individual engineers are trusted (and encouraged) to practise responsible autonomy and critical thinking, and to focus on outcomes, not conformity. At Helsing you will have a say in how we (and you!) work, the opportunity to engage on what does and doesn’t work, and to take ownership of aspects of our culture that you care deeply about
A focus on outcomes, not time-tracking
Competitive compensation and VSOP options
Relocation support
Social and education allowances
Regular company events and all-hands to bring together employees as one team across Europe
A hands-on onboarding program (affectionately labelled “Infraduction”), in which you will be building tooling and applications to be used across the company. This is your opportunity to learn our tech stack, explore the company, and learn how we get things done - all whilst working with other engineering teams from day one
Helsing is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, religion, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability or gender identity. Please do not submit personal data revealing racial or ethnic origin, political opinions, religious or philosophical beliefs, trade union membership, data concerning your health, or data concerning your sexual orientation.
Ready to apply?
Apply to Helsing
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.
Own the mechanical design of parts and full assemblies
Create design concepts based on comprehensive requirements and analytical assessments
Produce 3D and 2D documentation, ensuring the proper form, fit, and function of components
Apply the latest design and drawing standards, with a strong consideration for manufacturing aspects
Develop robust, scalable, and cost-effective components
Define and execute validation tests for technical maturation
Create comprehensive design documentation in accordance with company guidelines and quality standards
Have several years of experience in mechatronic design, ideally for underwater robotics or similar demanding applications
Have a Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, or a related field
Possess outstanding hands-on experience with 3D/2D CAD and PLM tools (preferably Solidworks/PDM or Siemens NX/Teamcenter)
Have proven knowledge of ASME/ISO drawing standards, mechanical design standards, and analysis capabilities for mechanical elements
Have knowledge of the constraints associated with the underwater maritime environment
Exhibit excellent written and verbal communication skills in English
Are eager to drive fast-track developments and realise innovative solutions
Enjoy working in a fun, highly flexible environment
Note: We operate in an industry 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.
Have experience with ROV or AUV design and system under external pressure
Have experience with actuators (brushed and brushless motors, servomotors, magnetic coupling) and sensors used in underwater robotics or more generally in mechatronics
Have experience with hydraulic systems and their design
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 the art in technical innovation, be it reinforcement learning, distributed systems, generative AI, or deployment infrastructure. The defence industry is entering the most exciting phase of the technological development curve. Advances in our field of world are not incremental: Helsing is part of, and often leading, historic leaps forward
In our domain, success is a matter of order-of-magnitude improvements and novel capabilities. This means we take bets, aim high, and focus on big opportunities. Despite being a relatively young company, Helsing has already been selected for multiple significant government contracts
We actively encourage healthy, proactive, and diverse debate internally about what we do and how we choose to do it. Teams and individual engineers are trusted (and encouraged) to practise responsible autonomy and critical thinking, and to focus on outcomes, not conformity. At Helsing you will have a say in how we (and you!) work, the opportunity to engage on what does and doesn’t work, and to take ownership of aspects of our culture that you care deeply about
A focus on outcomes, not time-tracking
Competitive compensation and VSOP options
Relocation support
Social and education allowances
Regular company events and all-hands to bring together employees as one team across Europe
A hands-on onboarding program (affectionately labelled “Infraduction”), in which you will be building tooling and applications to be used across the company. This is your opportunity to learn our tech stack, explore the company, and learn how we get things done - all whilst working with other engineering teams from day one
Helsing is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, religion, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability or gender identity. Please do not submit personal data revealing racial or ethnic origin, political opinions, religious or philosophical beliefs, trade union membership, data concerning your health, or data concerning your sexual orientation.
Ready to apply?
Apply to Helsing
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.
Test combined software and hardware products end to end in the lab and in the field, capturing data and providing structured feedback to Helsing's software and AI engineers to drive product improvement
Prepare, transport, mobilise and demobilise equipment at test locations — including ports and offshore environments — and execute tests at sea
Install AI software onto edge computing devices using Helsing's in-house deployment tools, ensuring systems are correctly configured for field conditions
Repair and maintain marine mechanical and electrical systems in the field, minimising downtime and keeping test programmes on schedule
Design, refine and improve test plans and safety standard operating procedures, raising the bar for how Helsing conducts field operations
Define the resources required to maintain an effective and efficient field testing operation — for example, procuring hardware, trialling new software tools for inventory management and QA, or establishing support vessels and waterfront storage
Advise on training course design and in-service support procedures, helping to shape how end users interact with Helsing's products
Travel to testing locations across the UK, France, Germany and beyond as required
Have strong technical aptitude and can understand complex hardware and software products at a systems level — you are driven to understand how something works, or why it does not
Communicate clearly in writing and speech, producing concise documentation and explaining technical concepts effectively to both engineering and non-engineering audiences
Have independently owned critical workstreams, identified problems and taken the initiative to resolve them without waiting for direction
Are committed to protecting liberal democratic values by contributing to the defence and security sector
Are comfortable working at sea for periods of up to two weeks
Have a practical, hands-on approach to working with hardware, equipment and field environments
Note: We operate in an industry 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.
Experience testing software and/or hardware products at any stage of maturity, from prototype to production system
Experience working on the water in an operational or technical capacity
Experience training end users on complex hardware and/or software products, or providing in-service support
Experience planning and executing maritime trials
Recognised industry qualifications to operate workboats up to 24m at sea
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 the art in technical innovation, be it reinforcement learning, distributed systems, generative AI, or deployment infrastructure. The defence industry is entering the most exciting phase of the technological development curve. Advances in our field of world are not incremental: Helsing is part of, and often leading, historic leaps forward
In our domain, success is a matter of order-of-magnitude improvements and novel capabilities. This means we take bets, aim high, and focus on big opportunities. Despite being a relatively young company, Helsing has already been selected for multiple significant government contracts
We actively encourage healthy, proactive, and diverse debate internally about what we do and how we choose to do it. Teams and individual engineers are trusted (and encouraged) to practise responsible autonomy and critical thinking, and to focus on outcomes, not conformity. At Helsing you will have a say in how we (and you!) work, the opportunity to engage on what does and doesn’t work, and to take ownership of aspects of our culture that you care deeply about
Competitive salary and VSOP options
Relocation support: up to €2,500 and 4 weeks temporary accommodation
Learning: €500/£450 yearly allowance
Health & wellness: gym membership and mental health support (Nilo.health)
Social: regularly company events and monthly social allowances
Enhanced parental leave: 22 weeks fully paid for primary caregivers & 6 weeks for secondary caregivers.
Family support: 5 days of paid family emergency leave, 100% remote work option during pregnancy and phased return to work
These are the core benefits across all locations, there may be additional benefits in certain locations.
Helsing is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, religion, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability or gender identity. Please do not submit personal data revealing racial or ethnic origin, political opinions, religious or philosophical beliefs, trade union membership, data concerning your health, or data concerning your sexual orientation.
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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.
Own subsystems electronic design and participate in the overall development of the architecture and its consistency and in decision-making meetings.
Create electronic architectures, specification design and select appropriate components.
Create schematics and layout design by working closely with mechatronic engineers.
Create 3D and 2D documents and ensure proper form, fit, function of components by using analytical and simulation tools.
Apply latest design and drawing standards, including consideration of manufacturing aspects
Define and perform validation tests for technical maturation with general electronics and electrical troubleshooting.
Create comprehensive design documentation and under consideration of company guidelines and quality standards.
Have several years of experience designing electronics (schematic and PCB design)
Have a Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, or a related field.
Have strong knowledge of electronic component integration, preferably in using ECAD/MCAD interfaces for component realization
Communicate excellently in English, both written and verbal
Are keen on fast track developments and realisations and are able to work independently, owning a project from concept to validation
Enjoy working in a highly flexible environment
Note: We operate in an industry 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.
Have professional working experience in the field of electrical design of maritime embedded systems or similar applications
EMC design and validation experience
Have experience with hydrophones acquisition systems and more generally underwater sensors.
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 the art in technical innovation, be it reinforcement learning, distributed systems, generative AI, or deployment infrastructure. The defence industry is entering the most exciting phase of the technological development curve. Advances in our field of world are not incremental: Helsing is part of, and often leading, historic leaps forward
In our domain, success is a matter of order-of-magnitude improvements and novel capabilities. This means we take bets, aim high, and focus on big opportunities. Despite being a relatively young company, Helsing has already been selected for multiple significant government contracts
We actively encourage healthy, proactive, and diverse debate internally about what we do and how we choose to do it. Teams and individual engineers are trusted (and encouraged) to practise responsible autonomy and critical thinking, and to focus on outcomes, not conformity. At Helsing you will have a say in how we (and you!) work, the opportunity to engage on what does and doesn’t work, and to take ownership of aspects of our culture that you care deeply about
A focus on outcomes, not time-tracking
Competitive compensation and VSOP options
Relocation support
Social and education allowances
Regular company events and all-hands to bring together employees as one team across Europe
A hands-on onboarding program (affectionately labelled “Infraduction”), in which you will be building tooling and applications to be used across the company. This is your opportunity to learn our tech stack, explore the company, and learn how we get things done - all whilst working with other engineering teams from day one
Helsing is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, religion, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability or gender identity. Please do not submit personal data revealing racial or ethnic origin, political opinions, religious or philosophical beliefs, trade union membership, data concerning your health, or data concerning your sexual orientation.
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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 Lead Electronics Engineer, you will define and own the electronic architecture for Helsing's marine robotic systems — from early concept through to validated, production-ready hardware. This role sits at a critical intersection: your designs will directly enable the AI, software, navigation and control systems that give Helsing's platforms their autonomous capabilities.
You will work closely with AI and software engineers to ensure that hardware interfaces, sensor integration, and power architectures meet the demands of on-board inference and real-time autonomy. Alongside navigation and control engineers, you will shape how electronic subsystems support guidance, communication, and mission-critical decision-making at sea. You will also collaborate with mechatronics and test engineers to ensure that designs are robust, manufacturable, and validated under operational conditions. Your technical leadership will be essential in making coherent architectural decisions across these disciplines, delivering scalable and cost-effective electronics that strengthen the capabilities of platforms such as the SG-1 Fathom and the Lura AI system — directly supporting the defence of democratic nations.
To see what you will be contributing to, explore our marine products at https://helsing.ai/de/lura.
Define and own the end-to-end electronic architecture for marine robotic subsystems, ensuring consistency across hardware, software, AI, and navigation and control interfaces
Lead the selection of components, define specifications, and establish electronic design standards that balance performance, cost, and manufacturability
Collaborate with AI and software engineers to design hardware interfaces that support on-board inference, sensor fusion, and autonomous decision-making
Work with navigation and control engineers to ensure electronic subsystems meet the requirements for guidance, communication, and real-time control
Design schematics and PCB layouts in coordination with mechatronics engineers, ensuring proper form, fit, and function through analytical and simulation tools
Mentor and guide engineers within the electronics discipline, raising the quality bar for design reviews, documentation, and technical decision-making
Drive validation and verification campaigns — defining test strategies, performing hardware bring-up, and leading electrical troubleshooting to mature designs toward production readiness
Produce and maintain comprehensive design documentation in line with Helsing's quality standards, including 2D/3D deliverables and manufacturing packages
Hold a Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, or a closely related discipline
Have designed, built, and validated complex electronic systems from concept through to production (schematic capture, PCB layout, and hardware integration)
Have led or mentored other engineers on electronics design decisions, design reviews, or technical direction
Have deep knowledge of electronic component integration, including experience using ECAD/MCAD interfaces to realise tightly packaged assemblies
Have collaborated directly with software, AI, or control systems engineers to deliver integrated hardware–software solutions
Communicate complex technical concepts clearly in English, both written and verbal, and can represent your discipline in cross-functional discussions
Note: We operate in an industry 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.
Have designed electronics for maritime embedded systems, autonomous platforms, or similarly constrained operational environments
Have practical experience with EMC design, testing, and certification
Have worked with battery management systems or robotic power distribution architectures
Have experience designing hardware interfaces for AI inference modules, sensor arrays, or autonomous navigation systems
Have contributed to design-for-manufacture processes, including collaboration with contract electronics manufacturers
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 the art in technical innovation, be it reinforcement learning, distributed systems, generative AI, or deployment infrastructure. The defence industry is entering the most exciting phase of the technological development curve. Advances in our field of world are not incremental: Helsing is part of, and often leading, historic leaps forward
In our domain, success is a matter of order-of-magnitude improvements and novel capabilities. This means we take bets, aim high, and focus on big opportunities. Despite being a relatively young company, Helsing has already been selected for multiple significant government contracts
We actively encourage healthy, proactive, and diverse debate internally about what we do and how we choose to do it. Teams and individual engineers are trusted (and encouraged) to practise responsible autonomy and critical thinking, and to focus on outcomes, not conformity. At Helsing you will have a say in how we (and you!) work, the opportunity to engage on what does and doesn’t work, and to take ownership of aspects of our culture that you care deeply about
A focus on outcomes, not time-tracking
Competitive compensation and stock options
Relocation support
Social and education allowances
Regular company events and all-hands to bring together employees as one team across Europe
A hands-on onboarding program (affectionately labelled “Infraduction”), in which you will be building tooling and applications to be used across the company. This is your opportunity to learn our tech stack, explore the company, and learn how we get things done - all whilst working with other engineering teams from day one
Helsing is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, religion, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability or gender identity. Please do not submit personal data revealing racial or ethnic origin, political opinions, religious or philosophical beliefs, trade union membership, data concerning your health, or data concerning your sexual orientation.
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