Chief Engineer

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 Chief Engineer, you will own the architecture, system definition and implementation of one of our robotic systems — from concept to field deployment. You will work hand-in-hand with project managers and technical leads to translate mission needs into system-level designs, coordinate multidisciplinary engineering teams, and ensure overall system performance, robustness, and reliability. Responsibilities * System Architecture: Transform system requirements into architectures solutions. * Technical Coordination: Lead cross-functional design across mechanical, electrical, software, GNC, and ML teams. * Trade-Off & Design Analysis: Conduct feasibility studies, trade-off analyses, and system-level simulations to guide technical choices. * Integration & Validation: Oversee system integration, prototyping, and validation, ensuring performance targets are achieved. * System Reviews: Drive design and architecture reviews, maintaining consistency between requirements, design, and testing. * Continuous Improvement: Implement processes to enhance requirements traceability, system documentation, and validation workflows. Candidate Requirements * 10+ years of experience in system engineering within robotics, aerospace, or defense sectors. * MSc in Engineering (any field); PhD is a plus. * Proven experience leading full system lifecycles (concept → prototype → validation). * Strong background in system architecture, requirements engineering, and trade-off analysis. * Broad engineering culture with understanding of mechanical, electrical, and embedded systems. * Experience coordinating multi-disciplinary teams and managing technical interfaces. * Rigorous, structured, and mission-driven mindset with strong analytical skills. * Excellent communication and documentation abilities. * Bonus: Experience with UAS or defense systems. We look forward to hearing how you can help shape the future of autonomous defense systems at Harmattan AI.

SCANIA CV AKTIEBOLAG

Role Summary At Software Defined Scania, our mission is to safeguard Scania's premium product value through software-driven functionality - ensuring the driver and customer remain at the centre of everything we do. We are now looking for a Chief Engineer within Software Defined Scania, with focus on quality, uptime, troubleshooting and continuous improvement in software-defined vehicles. In this role, you will be one of Scania's key technical experts in ensuring that new and existing software functionality delivers real customer value - not only by adding new features, but by making sure they work reliably, can be serviced efficiently, and contribute to high uptime for our customers. This role is located in Södertälje, Sweden, and is part of a growing area where we are building new capabilities for software-defined vehicles. Job Responsibilities In this role, you will: Act as technical authority for quality, diagnostics, uptime and deviation handling across Scania's vehicle and service ecosystem. Help improve both today's products and the next generation of software-defined vehicles. Define principles and methods for data-driven monitoring, fault detection, troubleshooting and root cause analysis. Use vehicle data and analytics to better understand issues in the rolling fleet and identify improvements faster. Ensure that new functionality is designed with quality, serviceability and customer value in mind from the start. Work closely with Quality, Aftermarket and Commercial functions to secure fast feedback loops and relevant corrective actions. Support secure and scalable software updates, including OTA, to improve vehicles already in operation. Collaborate across development, testing, operations, quality and service organisations. Represent Scania's premium expectations in technical discussions across the wider TRATON environment. Contribute to solutions that help workshops and service organisations resolve issues faster and more effectively. Who You Are You are a senior engineering leader with strong technical depth, system understanding and a genuine passion for customer value. You understand that for our customers, uptime is business-critical - a vehicle standing still does not create value. You are someone who can stand firm in technical discussions, while communicating in a constructive and collaborative way. You can balance today's realities with future ambitions: improving what we already have, while helping ensure that the next generation becomes even better from the start. Furthermore, we believe you have: Extensive experience from automotive, embedded software, vehicle systems or similar complex technical environments. Strong understanding of diagnostics, troubleshooting, quality improvement and serviceability. Experience working with connected vehicle data, analytics and/or AI-supported insights. Knowledge of software update strategies, lifecycle management and continuous improvement of products in operation. Ability to lead complex technical topics across functions and organisations. Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate with technical, commercial and aftermarket stakeholders. A customer- and driver-focused mindset, with a drive to improve reliability, uptime and product value. Fluency in English and Swedish is required, as the role includes close collaboration with Swedish-speaking stakeholders, customers and internal functions. A relevant academic degree, such as M.Sc. in Engineering, Computer Science or equivalent experience, is valued. This Is Us At Software Defined Scania, our mission is to safeguard Scania's premium product value through software-driven functionality - ensuring the driver remains at the centre of everything we do. We offer a dynamic, innovative and collaborative environment where you will: Play a leading role in shaping the future of quality, uptime and customer value in Scania's software-defined products. Work alongside motivated and curious colleagues who live the Scania Way - with openness, respect and continuous improvement. Access cutting-edge labs, connected test vehicles and simulation environments. Be part of a growing team building new capabilities for software-defined vehicles. Help ensure that Scania continues to deliver premium products that customers can rely on every day. Scania Offers We offer a dynamic and engaging workplace where collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement are part of everyday life. You will be part of a strong team environment that encourages knowledge sharing and close cooperation across functions. With a structured development plan and a wide range of training opportunities, Scania supports your professional growth both locally and internationally. Benefits include access to our health center in Gröndal or a wellness allowance, result bonus, flexible working hours, and company car leasing. Scania also arranges events for employees and their families, and for those living in Stockholm, convenient commuting is supported through direct Scania Job express buses to Södertälje. Application We look forward to receiving your application, consisting of your CV and kindly ask you not to share a cover letter to ensure an efficient and unbiased recruitment process for all parties. Apply as soon as possible, no later than 2026-07-18. Screening will take place on an ongoing basis during the application period. Logical and personality tests may be used as part of the selection process, and a background check may be required for this role. We look forward to your application!

The Exploration Company

Here at The Exploration Company, we are developing, producing, and operating Nyx, a modular and reusable space orbital vehicle that can eventually be refuelled in orbit and that can carry cargo - and potentially humans in the longer run. We are seeking a High-Thrust Engine Chief Engineer to lead the technical vision, architecture, and strategic direction of the Storm program, our next-gen high-thrust cryogenic rocket engine using LOX/LCH4. You will be the technical authority for the high-thrust engine development program. This role is responsible for ensuring technical coherence across all domains and aligning engineering execution with company goals and mission objectives. The Storm Chief Engineer serves as the senior technical authority for the program, guiding engineering leadership, setting design and performance standards, and ensuring system-level integrity and mission success. You'll own the technical integrity, performance, and safety of the engine throughout its lifecycle, from architecture definition to prototype testing. The Storm Chief Engineer will work closely with the Storm Lead and the Head of Propulsion (reports to), ensuring that engineering excellence and delivery efficiency remain balanced. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: * Technical Leadership and Vision Define and communicate the technical vision and roadmap for the Storm propulsion system in collaboration with the High Thrust Engine Lead, ensuring alignment with company strategy, mission objectives, and long-term scalability. * System Architecture Ownership Serve as the primary owner of the Storm system architecture, ensuring optimal integration across propulsion, structures, avionics, and operations. Lead technical reviews. Arbitrate complex system trade-off * Mentorship and Technical Oversight Provide guidance and mentorship to the team, fostering a culture of technical rigor, innovation, and accountability. * Risk Management & Safety Identify, assess, and manage technical risks at the system level with the support of the team and their principals. Lead critical design and readiness reviews, ensuring robust decision-making and risk mitigation strategies. Approve all non-conformance waivers or design deviations. * Collaboration Support business development, partner engagement, and customer interactions by representing the technical capabilities and vision of the Storm program. Coordinate with the Storm Lead on technical milestones, test readiness, and risk assessments. Work closely with program management and other engineering domains to balance performance, cost, and schedule, while maintaining technical integrity. * Continuous Improvement Drive continuous improvement in engineering tools, methodologies, and team capability to ensure Storm remains at the forefront of propulsion technology. Drive maturation of critical technologies. Ensure lessons learnt are captured. WHAT WE WOULD LOVE TO SEE FROM YOU: * A minimum of a master’s degree in propulsion engineering, systems engineering, aerospace engineering, or a related field. * Over 15 years of experience in liquid rocket engine development, including at least one full-scale or prototype program, with experience in production/industrialisation * Deep understanding of cryogenic propulsion systems, including design, integration, and test. * Proven track record of defining and delivering complex aerospace systems from concept through flight. * Experience collaborating with European space agencies. * Proven ability to lead multi-disciplinary technical teams and arbitrate complex design trades. * Demonstrated experience managing system-level requirements, interfaces, and verification activities. * Experience in engine hot-fire testing and anomaly resolution. * Exceptional leadership and communication skills, with the ability to influence across engineering, program, and executive teams. * Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to make sound technical decisions under uncertainty, schedule and cost pressure. * Proven ability to work with geographically distributed teams and coordinating with external partners or suppliers. * Positive, adaptable, and collaborative mindset, capable of inspiring excellence across the organization. * Fluency in English. Why you should join us! What makes us special here at The Exploration Company and why we think you will enjoy working here is:   * We’re Agile - we make decisions fast whilst keeping our goals and systems in mind  * We’re Open and Collaborative - we are transparent about risks and obstacles, so that we can cooperate to overcome them   * We have a lot of Fun - we refuel our energy knowing we are democratising space. It’s a wonderful and rare opportunity, are YOU up for the challenge?   We'd love to hear from you if you wish to be a part of our journey. Please submit your CV now for immediate consideration and we will be in touch shortly.    The Exploration Company is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status or disability status. Relocation assistance is provided for those willing to relocate including visa sponsorship where applicable.   All offers are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check, which will be subject to the country, role, and project you applied for. By submitting your application, you acknowledge and agree that any offer of employment may be conditional upon successful condition of this check. The Exploration Company partners with Zinc Work Limited located in the UK (Zinc), a third-party provider, to ensure this process as efficient and transparent as possible. If applicable, you will receive an email from Zinc upon acceptance of your offer with a link to a secure portal where you can provide the required information to Zinc.