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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 The Industrial Engineer for International Factory Deployment leads the physical standup of Harmattan AI factories at international sites — translating the company's proven factory blueprint into operational production sites, on time and to standard. Working from the Wissous reference factory, you will own the full deployment arc: site preparation, equipment commissioning, process deployment, and production-ready handover. Assignments run three to twelve months. This is a senior, autonomous, project-delivery role requiring deep industrial engineering expertise and comfort with the complexity of international defence programmes. Reports to the Head of Production & SCM. RESPONSIBILITIES Factory Deployment & Standup * Lead end-to-end deployment of the Harmattan AI factory blueprint — from site assessment through to production-ready handover * Translate standardised factory design (layout, equipment, processes, tooling, workflows) into a functioning local operation, adapting for site constraints without compromising output standards * Manage equipment installation, commissioning, and qualification in coordination with Harmattan AI engineering and local partners * Establish manufacturing processes, work instructions, and quality controls aligned with the reference factory standard * Oversee integration of ERP, MES, and traceability systems at the deployment site Offset & Industrial Partnership Execution * Operate within military offset agreement obligations — local content requirements, technology transfer scope, and contractual deliverables * Coordinate with local industrial partners and government stakeholders to ensure factory deployment meets offset milestones * Build local engineering capability and transfer knowledge as required by offset and industrial participation obligations * Document and report on offset credit activities and production readiness gates in formats required by the contracting authority Operational Readiness & Handover * Define and execute a structured production readiness programme — equipment qualification, process validation, operator training, and first-article runs * Establish local maintenance routines, spare parts inventory, and operating procedures to sustain production after handover * Conduct formal readiness reviews and sign-off against the Harmattan AI factory standard * Capture lessons learned and feed structured improvement back into the factory blueprint for future deployments HQ Coordination * Act as the primary interface between the deployment site and Harmattan AI HQ — structured progress reporting, escalation, and coordination of remote engineering support * Support commercial and programme teams during pre-contract site assessments and deployment feasibility studies RESPONSIBILITIES Essential * Degree in industrial engineering, manufacturing engineering, or related technical field * Minimum seven years of industrial engineering experience in aerospace, defence, advanced electronics, or similarly regulated manufacturing * Demonstrated factory standup experience — greenfield or brownfield — including equipment commissioning, process deployment, and production readiness * Familiarity with military offset agreements, industrial participation obligations, or technology transfer programmes in a defence context * Proven ability to operate autonomously on international assignments with limited local infrastructure * Fluent English; French, Arabic, or other deployment-region languages a strong advantage Preferred * Experience replicating a factory from a reference template or blueprint * Working knowledge of ERP/MES systems (Odoo or equivalent) in a deployment context * Exposure to NATO STANAG standards, ITAR, or equivalent defence compliance frameworks * Lean manufacturing, one-piece flow, and production ramp methodologies 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 skilled and forward-thinking Senior Automation Engineer to design, implement, and optimize automation systems at our production site, the model for our future global manufacturing sites. You’ll lead automation projects that enable cost-effective, high-volume, and defense-grade production through robotics, digital integration, and lean processes. RESPONSIBILITIES Automation Systems * Design and deploy automated solutions across key manufacturing and test processes. * Translate manual tasks into robust automated stations (robotics, sensors, actuators, software). * Own equipment specifications, commissioning, and validation with suppliers and integrators. Performance & Reliability * Maximize OEE through improved uptime, performance, and first-pass yield. * Analyze real-time data and fault logs to drive continuous improvement. * Support maintenance and production teams in troubleshooting and system optimization. Digital Integration * Connect automation platforms to ERP/MES for live traceability and performance data. * Build OEE dashboards and enable predictive maintenance through data and IoT tools. * Contribute to digital twin and simulation projects for capacity and layout planning. Innovation & Standardization * Evaluate and prototype new automation and robotics technologies. * Standardize automation architectures and documentation for replication in future factories. * Train technical staff and provide user-friendly system documentation. CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS * Degree in Automation Engineering, Mechatronics, Robotics, or equivalent. * 5+ years experience in manufacturing automation (design, commissioning, optimization). * Strong command of robotics, PLCs, sensors, motion systems, and automation safety standards (CE). * Interest in Industry 4.0, collaborative robotics, and machine learning applications. * Proven experience deploying reliable, high-availability systems. * Communication & Influence: Excellent written and verbal communication in French and English, capable of leading diverse principals – from junior members to senior executives. * 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.

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 At Harmattan AI, we don't just design defense systems — we build them, at speed, and at scale. As an Industrialization Engineer within the Automation & Industrialization team, you will be at the heart of that challenge. This is not a desk job. You will be on the shop floor, hands-on, turning early-stage designs into robust, repeatable production processes. From writing the first work instruction to identifying the bottleneck that no one else spotted — you own it, you fix it, you improve it. You will work alongside engineers who push manufacturing boundaries every day, on products that have never been built before, in an environment where your ideas translate directly into action. If you are the kind of person who walks into a production line and immediately sees what could be better — this role was built for you. Your scope spans DFM, process development, continuous improvement, and automation support — with the opportunity to grow fast in a team scaling from prototype to high-volume production. RESPONSIBILITIES * Be present and active on the shop floor — develop work instructions, time studies, SOPs, and visual standards from direct observation and hands-on involvement * Identify improvement opportunities with a trained eye, act on them, and share knowledge to keep the team consistent and unblocked * Lead manufacturability reviews and resolve design constraints before they reach production; standardize assembly processes meeting quality, ergonomic, and safety standards * Drive time-and-motion analysis to set cycle time targets, track performance (cycle time, yield, rework), and deliver data-backed improvements with clear KPI targets * Support the transition to automated assembly and leverage robotics where applicable * Bridge R&D, prototype, and mass production sites — capturing and applying lessons learned across the full product line CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS Essential * Degree in Industrial, Mechatronics Engineering, or related field * Comfortable working from engineering drawings, assembly schematics, and evolving work instructions * Familiarity with lean manufacturing principles and their application in a production or pilot environment * Adaptable and resourceful — at ease where instructions and designs change frequently * Curious, improvement-driven, and eager to take ownership quickly * Fluent French and English * Hands-on mindset; at ease on the shopfloor, not just behind a screen * Preferred * Exposure to a ramp-up, startup, or new product introduction context is a plus, not a prerequisite * Curiosity about automation and a desire to understand where manufacturing is heading * Familiarity with Odoo or any MES/ERP is a bonus * Comfortable operating in ambiguous environments where processes are still being built. * Communication & Influence: Excellent written and verbal communication in French and English, capable of leading diverse principals – from junior members to senior executives. * 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.