
Harmattan AI · Orly
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...
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.
We are looking for a Senior Methods Engineer to join our production plant in Wissous. In our context of fast growth, you will act
as the connector between Production, Quality, Supply Chain, and our Industrialisation & Automation team.
We are not asking for you to maintain what someone else built, we are asking for you to build it yourself: every process,
standard, lean system.
An ideal day in this position starts on the shopfloor: quick walk, performance standup, catching issues early.
Mid-day splits between desk work (time studies, routing updates, ERP automation) and cross-functional sessions with Production,
Quality, and the Automation team.
Afternoons are hands-on: kaizen walks, work instruction updates, problem-solving with supervisors.
You close the day feeding data back into the system.
Roughly 50% floor, 50% structured engineering work, every day. In a nutshell:
Candidate Requirements
engineering discipline associated with strong shopfloor experience is also valued.
run time studies, 5S,...). Has owned a lean improvement roadmap, not just contributed to one.
We look forward to hearing how you can help shape the future of autonomous defense systems at 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 Methods Engineer supports the deployment and continuous improvement of manufacturing processes across the Wissous production plant. You will contribute to structuring a greenfield drone production facility scaling fast — building manufacturing routes, supporting lean deployment, and bridging Production, Quality, and the Industrialisation & Automation team on a daily basis. This is a hands-on role for someone who wants to build real expertise fast, in a high-tempo environment where every contribution is visible and every improvement counts. The role reports to the Head of Industrialisation & Automation. MISSIONS Continuous Improvement & Shopfloor Performance * Support the deployment of lean tools on the shopfloor: 5S rollout, standardised work, and visual management boards * Participate in daily performance reviews and contribute to structured problem-solving (5-Why, A3) on process non-conformances * Contribute to plant performance tracking: standard times, first-pass yield, scrap and rework monitoring Production Line Design & Internal Flow * Support workstation layout improvements, line balancing, and tooling setup for manual assembly operations * Participate in factory layout reviews and kaizen actions to reduce non-value-added activities Process Knowledge & Documentation * Write and maintain work instructions and manufacturing routes — ensuring accuracy, versioning, and floor-level usability * Conduct time studies and cycle analysis under the guidance of the senior team * Support Odoo MES deployment on the methods perimeter: routings, work orders, and traceability Automation Roadmap Contribution * Identify and document manual operations that are repetitive, constrained, or automation-ready * Provide process and cycle time data to support automation prioritisation alongside the Industrialisation & Automation team * Participate in automation pilots and update work instructions post-deployment REQUIREMENTS Essential Qualifications * Engineering degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field * 2–3 years of experience in a Methods, Industrial Engineering, or Continuous Improvement role — or a first significant experience in a manufacturing environment (internship, apprenticeship, or junior role included) * First exposure to lean tools: 5S, standardised work, time studies, or line balancing * Structured, rigorous, and data-driven — comfortable building simple KPIs and tracking performance * Good communication in French and English — able to interact clearly with operators and engineers * Hands-on mindset; at ease on the shopfloor, not just behind a screen Preferred Skills * 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 We look forward to hearing how you can help shape the future of autonomous defense systems at 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.
A PROPOS Harmattan AI est un acteur de nouvelle génération dans le secteur de la défense, spécialisé dans la conception de systèmes autonomes et évolutifs. En combinant ingénierie avancée, robotique et intelligence artificielle, nous développons des capacités opérationnelles pensées pour le terrain. Notre croissance rapide reflète une ambition claire : équiper les forces armées avec des systèmes à la hauteur des enjeux actuels. Nous recherchons des profils prêts à s’engager dans un environnement technique exigeant, avec un fort sens de la mission et de l’impact. À PROPOS DU POSTE En tant que Technicien de Maintenance Senior & Référent, tu es l’ossature technique de la fonction maintenance de notre usine de Wissous. À la fois expert terrain sur les équipements de production et les bancs de test, et chef d’équipe, tu construis le préventif, mets en place la GMAO et encadres une équipe de techniciens, à l’interface directe de l’ingénierie et de la production. VOS RESPONSABILITÉS MAINTENANCE LIGNE DE PRODUCTION (NIVEAU EXPERT) * Diagnostiquer et dépanner les équipements de production (postes d’assemblage, soudure, marquage/étiquetage, stockage, scanners, IPC) sur les pannes complexes et multi-domaines (électrique, mécanique, pneumatique, automatisme) * Piloter la maintenance préventive et la fiabilisation (analyse des causes racines, plans d’action) * Intervenir rapidement pour limiter les arrêts et sécuriser le débit Référent bancs de test * Garantir la disponibilité et la fiabilité des bancs de test, actifs critiques au débit et à la conformité produit * Réaliser le diagnostic multi-couches (matériel, logiciel / séquence de test, électrique, intégration * Exécuter réception, qualification et requalification des bancs sous pilotage du Test Bench Engineering ; assurer la gestion de configuration (séquences, calibration, traçabilité) * Assurer l’interface quotidienne avec les équipes Test Bench / Automation / Manufacturing Engineering et la remontée terrain structurée Structuration de la fonction & encadrement * Construire et tenir le plan de maintenance préventive * Déployer et structurer la GMAO à partir de zéro (vraisemblablement le module Maintenance d’Odoo) : arborescence des équipements, gammes préventives, ordres de travail ; en exploiter les données (traçabilité, KPI : disponibilité, MTBF, MTTR) * Coordonner les prestataires spécialisés et la stratégie pièces de rechange * Encadrer, planifier et faire monter en compétence l’équipe (2 techniciens junior + 1 technicien infrastructure & utilités) Sécurité & amélioration continue * Intervenir dans le respect strict des règles de sécurité (consignations, procédures) et ancrer la culture sécurité * Standardiser les modes opératoires de maintenance, animer le 5S de la fonction, proposer et déployer des améliorations PROFIL RECHERCHÉ * Formation technique (maintenance, électrotechnique, automatisme, systèmes industriels) * 5 à 8 ans d’expérience minimum en maintenance industrielle, idéalement en environnement test / automatisme / électronique de précision (aéronautique, défense, robotique ou similaire) * Diagnostic confirmé multi-domaines : électrique, mécanique, pneumatique, automatisme * Appétence forte pour l’instrumentation / la mesure et les environnements logiciels de test ; Python ou logiciels d’automatisme = avantage significatif * Capacité à structurer et à déployer un outil : plan préventif, mise en place d’une GMAO, standards, indicateurs * Capacité d’encadrement : animer, planifier et faire grandir une petite équipe * Habilitations électriques ; rigueur documentaire * À l’aise dans un environnement en construction et en montée en cadence rapide POURQUOI NOUS REJOINDRE ? * Construire de A à Z la fonction maintenance d’une usine en lancement (préventif, GMAO, standards, équipe) * Travailler sur des technologies de pointe (robotique, IA, systèmes autonomes) * Participer au lancement d’une usine et à une aventure industrielle unique * Faire partie d’une entreprise prometteuse, à forte valeur ajoutée * Avoir un package salarial et des conditions de travail très attractives * Monter rapidement en compétences dans un environnement exigeant * Avoir un impact direct sur des produits critiques et innovants Nous avons hâte de savoir comment vous pouvez contribuer à façonner l'avenir des systèmes de défense autonomes chez Harmattan AI.