Robotics Engineer — Agent Control & UAV Autonomy (m/w/d)

Flight Physics & Flight Controls Engineer (m/w/d)

Alpine Eagle

At Alpine Eagle, we’re building the future of counter-drone defence. We’re a fast-growing, international deep-tech company working at the intersection of aerospace engineering, defence systems, and machine learning. Our goal: create the world’s first swarm-based, airborne counter-drone system. Modern conflicts show how quickly drones are reshaping the battlefield. Threats are rising, and today’s solutions aren’t keeping pace. We’re here to change that. Alpine Eagle isn’t just a defence company. It’s a mission. Backed by an international team, strong funding, and a bold vision, we’re looking for people who want to shape the next generation of aerial security and build something that truly matters.   🎯 How you will make an impact: * Design and implement flight control laws (attitude, rate, position, and advanced control modes)  * Model aircraft dynamics including aerodynamics, propulsion, and actuator behavior  * Maximize flight performance through controller tuning and stability analysis  * Build high-fidelity simulations (SITL/HITL) and validate them against flight test data  * Analyze real flight logs to identify instability, coupling effects, and performance limitations  * Bridge simulation and reality by improving model accuracy and parameter identification  * Collaborate with navigation, perception, and hardware teams to ensure safe and predictable flight behavior  * Contribute to flight test campaigns and iterate quickly from experimental results  ✅ What you need to be successful: * Strong background in flight mechanics, dynamics, and control theory  * Experience with classical and modern control methods (PID, LQR, MPC, observers, filtering)  * Ability to analyze stability and performance in nonlinear systems  * Degree (MSc/PhD preferred) in Aerospace Engineering, Robotics, Control Engineering, or related field  * Experience working with flight control firmware (PX4 / Ardupilot or similar)  * Comfortable working with Python-based modeling tools  * Practical mindset — capable of turning theory into working controllers on real aircraft  * Enjoy debugging physical systems and validating them experimentally    At Alpine Eagle, we are committed to diversity and equal opportunity. We welcome applications from all individuals regardless of ethnic origin, gender, religion, disability, age, or sexual identity. Apply now!

Head of Computer Vision Engineering (m/f/d)

Alpine Eagle

At Alpine Eagle, we are a team of specialists with backgrounds in defence, aerospace engineering and machine learning, building the first airborne, swarm-based system to provide protection against the rising drone threat. We believe that recent conflicts have shown the malicious and disruptive potential of drones in both civilian and defense scenarios. In addition, we are convinced that the next step in counter-drone is air-to-air. We want to ensure that all governments and institutions that believe in personal freedom and the rule of law have cutting edge solutions to protect against this rising threat. We offer a work environment that is inclusive and open, with a flat hierarchy, and a purpose-driven team. We want to reinforce a culture where great ideas can flourish, and great people collaborate.   As the Head of Computer Vision Engineering, you will play a pivotal role in advancing Alpine Eagle’s drone technology. You will lead and inspire our computer vision and perception team, shaping the future of our UAV solutions. This is a hands-on leadership role where you will develop and optimize computer vision algorithms, drive perception architecture, and collaborate across teams to deliver next-generation drone capabilities.    🎯 How you will make an impact: * Lead the computer vision strategy and roadmap  Define milestones aligned with company goals, establish systematic development processes, and ensure timely delivery of innovative computer vision capabilities.  * Design, implement, and optimize computer vision algorithms for visual navigation  Develop real-time object detection and classification, multi-object tracking across frames and scenes, and visual SLAM for outdoor navigation.  * Integrate vision systems with robotic platforms and edge devices  Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deploy robust solutions in production environments.  * Design and optimize algorithms and architectures  Develop advanced computer vision algorithms for drone applications such as object detection, tracking, segmentation, and scene understanding.  Evaluate and benchmark models using real-world datasets and simulations.  * Build and develop a high-performing team  Lead by example, mentor engineers, and foster a culture of growth, collaboration, and technical excellence.  * Stay at the forefront of technology  Continuously research and implement state-of-the-art computer vision techniques, with a focus on aerial and C-UAS applications.  * Champion code quality and documentation  Promote best practices through code reviews, maintain high code quality, and ensure clear, consistent documentation.   ✅ What you need to be successful: * Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Robotics, or a related field; PhD is a plus  * Strong experience with deep learning frameworks (TensorFlow, PyTorch) and architectures such as CNNs, object detectors, and tracking algorithms  * Proficiency in object detection models (YOLO, Faster R-CNN, SSD, etc.)  * Solid understanding of visual SLAM, structure-from-motion, and navigation techniques  * Programming skills in Python and C++ (ROS experience is a plus)  * Familiarity with OpenCV, CUDA, and real-time video processing  * Proven ability to lead and build high-performing teams in fast-paced, innovative environments  * Hands-on approach with strong ownership and accountability  * Systematic problem-solving skills and excellent documentation habits  * Collaborative mindset with a team-first attitude      At Alpine Eagle, we are committed to diversity and equal opportunity. We welcome applications from all individuals regardless of ethnic origin, gender, religion, disability, age, or sexual identity.

Working Student Robotic Software Development (m/w/d)

Alpine Eagle

At Alpine Eagle, we’re building the future of counter-drone defence. We’re a fast-growing, international deep-tech company working at the intersection of aerospace engineering, defence systems, and machine learning. Our goal: create the world’s first swarm-based, airborne counter-drone system. Modern conflicts show how quickly drones are reshaping the battlefield. Threats are rising, and today’s solutions aren’t keeping pace. We’re here to change that. Alpine Eagle isn’t just a defence company. It’s a mission. Backed by an international team, strong funding, and a bold vision, we’re looking for people who want to shape the next generation of aerial security and build something that truly matters.   🎯 How you will make an impact: * Take part in the development of software components that enable development and operation of our next-generation airborne counter UAS solutions. Depending on your personal qualification, this may cover simulation, algorithms, tooling, and/or infrastructure.  * Collaborate closely with the hard- and software team to deliver seamless integration and continuous improvement.  * Evaluate and test your software in our lab and at our test sites.  ✅ What you need to be successful: * Background in informatics, electrical engineering, or a similar field.  * Strong programming skills, particularly in Python; experience with C++ is literally a plus.  * Proven track record in applied software development using version control, agile methods, and test-driven development.  * Experience in developing and shipping real-world robotic applications that are powered by ROS (2).  * Experience with robotic simulators (at least one of Gazebo, MuJoCo, Isaac Gym, or Airsim) and PX4-based flight controllers is a plus.  * Proactive and organized team player.  * Valid work permit (citizenship or visa) for Germany.  * Currently enrolled in a university within Germany.    At Alpine Eagle, we are committed to diversity and equal opportunity. We welcome applications from all individuals regardless of ethnic origin, gender, religion, disability, age, or sexual identity. Apply now!