Aerospace Engineer - Drone Systems Integration

About Alta Ares

Alta Ares is a deeptech startup founded in 2024, building real-time AI for defense operations (ISR, C-UAS). Our primary clients are NATO-aligned militaries, with regular deployments during live exercises. Raised €2M pre-seed in May 2025 Products include:

Real-time AI ISR module deployable on drones and tactical platforms
Counter-UAS solution enabling autonomous drone takeover under GNSS-denied environment
Full-stack MLOps platform for training & deploying military-grade AI models
Data fusion and trajectory prediction

Position details

Location: Paris or Toulouse, France, with regular travel to operational sites and deployment locations
Reports to: Head of Product Hardware
Position objective: Lead the development and integration of UAS platforms within Alta Ares' counter-drone and ISR ecosystem. Ensure that drone architectures, guidance laws, and swarming capabilities meet operational requirements while enabling rapid deployment, field validation, and continuous improvement of mission-ready systems
Contract: Full-time, permanent position (CDI)

Role & Mission

UAS Development & Integration

Design drone platform architectures for counter-drone and ISR missions
Develop and optimize guidance laws and flight control algorithms
Integrate diverse UAS systems into Alta Ares' product ecosystem
Conduct aerodynamic analysis and performance optimization

Swarming & Autonomous Operations

Develop drone swarming capabilities and coordination algorithms
Design multi-agent mission architectures for coordinated operations
Implement distributed decision-making and communication protocols

Rapid Deployment & Operations

Enable rapid deployment of diverse drone systems in operational environments
Conduct field testing and validation in operational conditions
Analyze operational requirements and translate them into technical specifications
Provide technical support for deployment teams

Requirements

Candidate profile

You are a hands-on aerospace engineer with deep expertise in UAS systems and operational deployment. You thrive in fast-paced environments where you combine technical depth, operational analysis, and rapid prototyping to deliver mission-ready systems.

5+ years of experience in aerospace engineering focused on UAS/drone systems
Expertise in platform architecture, guidance laws, control theory, and swarming
Strong foundation in flight dynamics and autopilot systems
Experience with rapid prototyping and field deployment
Proficiency in Python, C/C++, MATLAB/Simulink
Familiarity with PX4, ArduPilot, or proprietary flight control systems
Strong problem-solving and operational analysis skills
Hands-on, pragmatic approach with a startup mindset
Excellent communication skills for technical and operational audiences
Comfortable working in field and operational conditions

Nice to Have

Advanced degree in Aerospace Engineering, Robotics, or related field
Experience in defense, military UAS, or counter-drone systems
Background in swarm robotics or distributed autonomous systems
Knowledge of NATO standards, airspace regulations, and UAS certification
UAS operator certification or piloting experience
Exposure to multi-domain deployments or ISR missions

Aerospace Engineer - Drone Systems Integration

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