At Unmanned Defense Systems, we design and build advanced tactical UAVs that address the realities of modern, high-intensity warfare. Our current portfolio includes long-endurance Mini-class fixed-wing systems, the X-Wing loitering-munition platform, and SwarmC2 — our multi-UAV command, control, and automation system that enables coordinated swarm operations.

All of our aircraft are engineered for deep-range missions, high EW resistance, flexible payload integration, and reliable performance in GPS-denied or hostile environments. Alongside our hardware, we develop modern software tools that tie the full kill chain together — reconnaissance, target acquisition, strike, and coordinated fleet management.

Our mission is to deliver robust, cost-efficient unmanned systems that enhance Western defense capabilities and directly support partners such as Ukraine. We operate with a strong engineering culture, a focus on field-proven performance, and a commitment to rapidly evolving our technology as battlefield requirements change.

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Your Role and Responsibilities‍

• As a Flight Control Software Engineer, you will work on flight-related software used on UAV platforms operating in real-world environments.
• Contribute to the development and improvement of guidance, navigation, and control functionality within the flight software.
• Work on vehicle behavior, estimation, and control-related logic that affects how the aircraft flies and responds.
• Support integration of flight-control software with onboard sensors, actuators, and higher-level system components.
• Participate in testing and validation activities using simulation, bench testing, and flight testing.
• Take responsibility for assigned features through implementation, testing, and validation, with opportunities to learn and grow over time.

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What We Look For

• Experience developing software for UAVs, robotics, or other systems involving dynamic behavior, or a strong interest in this area.
• Education in Aerospace, Control Systems, Robotics, Electronic Engineering, or a related field.
• Ability to work within a production software system and implement changes carefully and responsibly.
• Basic understanding of control, estimation, or vehicle behavior concepts, or a strong willingness to learn.
• Experience with MATLAB, control algorithms, guidance algorithms, and Kalman filters.
• Interest in working close to hardware, simulation, and real-world testing environments.
• Nice to Have: C++ programming skills; Python programming skills; experience with real-world testing (field or flight testing).

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Why Join Us

• Meaningful Impact: Join us in our high-value mission to support global defense and security, including our commitment to Ukraine's success. Your contributions will play a significant part in saving lives and shaping a safer world.
• Innovative Freedom: We value creativity, initiative, and decision-making, giving you the freedom to bring your ideas to life.
• Mission Command and Flexible Work Environment: we give you a mission and expect you to return the result while enjoying flexible work hours and the option for remote work, accommodating your lifestyle and needs.
• Professional Growth: You'll have opportunities to develop your skills and career in a dynamic, technology-driven company.
• Competitive Rewards: Our motivation system includes a competitive salary range of €3000 - €6500 gross per month (based on experience and competencies).
• Employee Stock Option: in our journey, we may face challenges as daunting as crossing through fire, navigating floods, braving storms, and overcoming the toughest obstacles imaginable. If you stand with us, undeterred by the adversities we may face, then you truly become one of us.
• Competitive Rewards: Our motivation system includes a competitive salary range of €3000 - €6500 gross per month (based on experience and competencies).