Validation Engineer
Core
Validate performance, reliability, and operational readiness of autonomous defense systems (drones, payloads) through test campaigns in simulated and real-world conditions.
Role type
Validation Engineer (aerospace/robotic systems)
Builds
Autonomous defense systems
Domain
Defense, Aerospace, Robotics
Deliverable
production ML models | product features
Required skills
System validation & verification, Flight test campaign design, Test protocol definition, Telemetry & log analysis, Statistical analysis, Environmental testing methodologies
Preferred skills
Pilot certification, Military or industrial drone platform experience
Technologies
Avionics, RF systems, Control systems
Responsibilities
Plan and execute validation of defense systems in simulated and real-world conditions; Design and conduct rigorous tests for new features and software releases; Define and refine structured test procedures; Capture and interpret telemetry to assess system behavior; Collaborate with hardware and software teams for debugging and iteration
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC