Head of C-UAS Mission Management System (m/f/d)

<p data-start="135" data-end="429">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.</p> <p data-start="431" data-end="592">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.</p> <p data-start="781" data-end="1029">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.</p> <p data-start="1031" data-end="1150">&nbsp;</p> <p data-start="1154" data-end="1225">🎯 <strong data-start="1157" data-end="1189">How you will make an impact:</strong></p> <p><span data-contrast="auto">The C-UAS Mission&nbsp;Management System Team is designing the&nbsp;user&nbsp;interface for our airborne and ground-based&nbsp;products&nbsp;which include both sensor networks and effectors.</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}"> &nbsp;</span><span data-contrast="auto">The user interface offers a unique capability to control a multi&nbsp;agent based&nbsp;fleet of assets. It allows for&nbsp;mission planning and simulation,&nbsp;mission operation and control,&nbsp;situational&nbsp;awareness&nbsp;and&nbsp;damage assessment.</span> <span data-contrast="auto">You will run a team of software developers to&nbsp;further improve and develop the existing product, its&nbsp;features&nbsp;and interfaces.</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}"> &nbsp;</span><span data-contrast="auto">You will be hands-on, develop and&nbsp;optimize, drive the architecture, and collaborate with other teams to deliver next-generation drone solutions. </span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}">&nbsp;</span></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">In particular, you&nbsp;will:</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}">&nbsp;</span></p> <ul> <li> <p>Lead and mentor a cross‑functional engineering team, fostering strong performance, growth, and a high‑quality engineering culture.</p> </li> <li> <p>Own the full lifecycle of the Mission Management System UI, from requirements and design to implementation, testing, deployment, and maintenance.</p> </li> <li> <p>Define and evolve the system architecture to ensure scalability, modularity, resilience, and seamless integration with sensors, effectors, C2 systems, and third‑party assets.</p> </li> <li> <p>Collaborate with product, systems engineering, UX, and hardware teams to translate operational needs into intuitive and reliable user interfaces.</p> </li> <li> <p>Ensure engineering excellence through clean coding standards, automated testing, CI/CD, and efficient development workflows.</p> </li> <li> <p>Shape the product roadmap by identifying new features, improvements, and technology opportunities that enhance mission effectiveness and operator experience.</p> </li> <li> <p>Conduct technical reviews, develop proof‑of‑concepts, and guide decisions on frameworks, libraries, and tools.</p> </li> <li> <p>Support integration and field testing, validating performance in realistic operational environments and participating in flight operations.</p> </li> <li> <p>Champion usability, safety, and reliability in mission‑critical scenarios.Drive continuous improvement and foster a culture of innovation, transparency, and collaboration.</p> </li> </ul> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>✅ <strong data-start="1231" data-end="1266">What you need to be successful:</strong></p> <ul> <li>Strong background in <strong>software engineering</strong> (5+ years), including <strong>technical leadership</strong> and modern UI + backend development.</li> <li>Experience in <strong>UAS mission planning</strong>, <strong>drone operations</strong>, or related domains such as <strong>robotics</strong>, <strong>autonomous systems</strong>, or <strong>C2/C4ISR</strong>.</li> <li>Solid understanding of <strong>distributed systems</strong>, <strong>real‑time data processing</strong>, and <strong>high‑availability architectures</strong>.</li> <li>Familiarity with defence‑related standards and tools (e.g., <strong>Sapient</strong>, <strong>STANAG 4586</strong>, <strong>ATAK</strong>, <strong>SitaWare</strong>).</li> <li>Ability to translate <strong>mission and user requirements</strong> into intuitive <strong>UI/UX</strong> and guide teams through complex technical decisions.</li> <li>Excellent communication skills and <strong>fluent English</strong>; defence‑system integration experience is a strong plus</li> </ul> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>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.</p> <p>Apply now!</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p>