Validation Technician

Harmattan AI

ABOUT US Harmattan AI is a next-generation defense prime building autonomous and scalable defense systems. Following the close of a $200M Series B, valuing the company at $1.4 billion, we are expanding our teams and capabilities to deliver mission-critical systems to allied forces. Our work is guided by clear values: building technologies with real-world impact, pursuing excellence in everything we do, setting ambitious goals, and taking on the hardest technical challenges. We operate in a demanding environment where rigor, ownership, and execution are expected. ABOUT THE ROLE As a Software Engineer - Validation, you will build the "machine that tests the machine." You sit at the intersection of Hardware, Software, and DevOps. Your mission is to develop the hardware benches and software pipelines that allow the validation team to scale from testing 1 drone to 100 drones efficiently. RESPONSIBILITIES * Automation: Develop Python scripts and tools to automate log analysis, telemetry parsing, and report generation. * CI/CD Integration: Work with the software team to integrate physical hardware tests into the continuous integration pipeline. * HIL Development: Design and build Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) test benches to simulate flight conditions in the lab. * Bonus: Design mechanical fixtures and jigs (CAD) to assist in repeatable physical testing. CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS * Background in Software Engineering, Embedded Systems, or Mechatronics. * Strong proficiency in Python (C++ is a plus). * Experience building test benches, HIL systems, or automated test equipment (ATE). * Familiarity with DevOps tools (Docker, Jenkins, Git) and Linux environments. * Bonus: A background in robotic or drones is a plus. * Bonus: Mechanical design skills (CAD) for building custom test rigs. We look forward to hearing how you can help shape the future of autonomous defense systems at Harmattan AI.

Harmattan AI

ABOUT US Harmattan AI is a next-generation defense prime building autonomous and scalable defense systems. Following the close of a $200M Series B, valuing the company at $1.4 billion, we are expanding our teams and capabilities to deliver mission-critical systems to allied forces. Our work is guided by clear values: building technologies with real-world impact, pursuing excellence in everything we do, setting ambitious goals, and taking on the hardest technical challenges. We operate in a demanding environment where rigor, ownership, and execution are expected. ABOUT THE ROLE As a Flight Operations Engineer, you will be the bridge between our R&D lab and the operational field. You are responsible for the "last mile" of our technology: demonstrating capabilities to global defense partners, training end-users on complex autonomous systems, and conducting final field validation. This role requires a unique combination of elite piloting skills, hands-on hardware engineering and high degree of technical autonomy.   RESPONSIBILITIES * Test Campaigns: Plan and execute real-world test campaigns to validate performance, reliability, and edge-case behaviors of new hardware and software releases. * Lead high-stakes live flight demonstrations for defense stakeholders, showcasing mission-specific capabilities in diverse environments. * Deliver comprehensive training programs to ensure clients can safely and effectively operate Harmattan AI systems covering flight theory, autonomous mission planning, and emergency procedures. * Cross-Team Collaboration: Work closely with hardware, software, and systems teams to support debugging and iteration based on test outcomes. * Execute the deployment and the tactical logistics of autonomous systems, managing the end-to-end integration of command-and-control (C2) infrastructure and RF data links in complex, real-world environments to ensure 100% mission readiness   CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS * 2–5 years of experience in flight operations, flight testing or validation on aerospace or robotic systems, or embedded robotics. * Proven track record in the end-to-end assembly, integration, and maintenance of high-performance FPV, multicopters and/or Fixed-Wing systems. * Wide engineering culture around flight dynamics, control systems, avionics, and/or RF systems. * 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. * Proven ability to simplify complex technical concepts for training and public presentations. * Comfortable with a dynamic schedule that requires frequent international presence. We look forward to hearing how you can help shape the future of autonomous defense systems at Harmattan AI.

Harmattan AI

ABOUT US Harmattan AI is a next-generation defense prime building autonomous and scalable defense systems. Following the close of a $200M Series B, valuing the company at $1.4 billion, we are expanding our teams and capabilities to deliver mission-critical systems to allied forces. Our work is guided by clear values: building technologies with real-world impact, pursuing excellence in everything we do, setting ambitious goals, and taking on the hardest technical challenges. We operate in a demanding environment where rigor, ownership, and execution are expected. ABOUT THE ROLE We are looking for a Computer Vision Engineer to join our Machine Learning and Computer Vision team. This role is crucial for developing core technical components across various robotics/aerospace projects. RESPONSIBILITIES * Research & Data Preparation: * Conduct research on state-of-the-art Computer Vision methodologies. Participate in the creation and curation of training and validation datasets. * Perform statistical analyses and develop visualisation tools to ensure data quality. * Algorithm Development & Optimisation: * Build and refine training pipelines and metrics to enhance model performance. * Develop and optimise Computer Vision algorithms for multiple robotics/aerospace projects. * Deployment & Integration: Implement ML/CV models into production-ready environments. Ensure seamless integration with Harmattan AI’s systems and conduct rigorous code reviews. * Validation & Monitoring: Test algorithms in real-world environments and develop monitoring tools. Track model performance and continuously improve deployed solutions. * Cross-Team Collaboration: Work closely with software and simulation teams to align development with system requirements. Communicate findings effectively to stakeholders. CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS * Educational Background: A degree from a top-tier engineering school or university (Master’s degree in Computer Science or related field, PhD is a plus) * Technical Expertise: Strong mathematical foundations, coding skills (Python, C++ is a plus) and hands-on ML/CV project experience. Experience in top AI companies is a huge plus. * Passion for ML: Enthusiasm for Machine Learning and Computer Vision. * Strong Communication & Teamwork: Ability to collaborate effectively with diverse teams * Commitment: 100% dedication to Harmattan AI’s mission, vision, and ambitious growth plans, ready to go the extra mile to ensure operational excellence. We look forward to hearing how you can help shape the future of autonomous defense systems at Harmattan AI.