We are seeking a Head of Technical/Engineering Director for Robotics in the Defense Industry. This leadership role involves defining and executing technical strategy, leading multidisciplinary engineering teams, and overseeing program delivery from R&D to deployment. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in robotics and defense systems, with a strong background in senior leadership and a proven track record of delivering mission-critical solutions.

Responsibilities

Strategic & Technical Leadership

• Define and execute the technical strategy for robotics development in the region.
• Ensure technical excellence across disciplines: robotics, AI/ML, computer vision, embedded systems, controls, electronics, and mechanical integration.
• Drive innovation while balancing reliability, safety, and defense compliance.
• Translate company strategy into actionable engineering roadmaps aligned with customer missions.
• Organizational & People Leadership
• Build, scale, and lead regional engineering teams across multiple disciplines.
• Recruit, mentor, and retain top technical talent in competitive environments.
• Establish a strong culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Develop future leaders by providing coaching and growth opportunities.

Program & Delivery Management

• Own delivery of regional engineering programs, from R&D through deployment.
• Oversee budgets, resource allocation, and risk management.
• Drive disciplined execution: systems engineering, testing, certification, and production readiness.
• Ensure compliance with defense standards, cybersecurity protocols, and export controls.
• Cross-Functional & External Engagement
• Collaborate closely with product, operations, and business leadership.
• Represent the company to defense partners, suppliers, and government stakeholders.
• Align local execution with global engineering practices and long-term strategy.
• Act as a visible leader in the defense robotics ecosystem within the UK/Ukraine.

Required Qualifications & Experience

• 10+ years of experience in robotics, defense systems, or advanced engineering industries.
• 5+ years in a senior leadership role (Director, VP, or equivalent), managing large technical teams.
• Deep technical expertise in one or more core areas (autonomy, teleoperation, AI/ML, embedded systems, mechatronics).
• Proven success delivering production-grade defense or mission-critical systems.
• Strong background in systems engineering and multidisciplinary program delivery.
• Demonstrated ability to manage budgets, resources, and executive-level reporting.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills in English.

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced degree (MSc/PhD) in Robotics, Computer Science, or Engineering.
• Experience with MoD, DoD, NATO or equivalent defense organizations.
• Familiarity with defense procurement, certification, and security clearance processes.
• Track record of scaling international engineering teams.
• Background in cybersecurity, safety-critical systems, or secure communications.

What we offer

• A dynamic and fast-growing work environment with meaningful, high-impact challenges.

• The opportunity to implement and scale operational initiatives from concept to execution with minimal bureaucracy and direct access to decision-making.

• Modern technical and operational infrastructure.

• Professional training and development opportunities, including programs and collaboration with teams in Germany.

• Competitive compensation and flexible working arrangements.

• Exemption from mobilization (if required).