Mission System Engineer – Schwerpunkt Datenlinksysteme (m/w/d)

Grob Aircraft, now part of Helsing, is a global leader in military training aircraft. Our flagship platform, the G 120TP including a state-of-the-art flight simulator, is trusted by air forces and flight academies worldwide for its advanced training capabilities.

Together with Helsing, our mother company, we are developing Europe’s first autonomous combat aircraft, CA-1 Europa.

Your Responsibilities

• Design, integration, testing, and verification of secure, IP-based data connections (microwave, telemetry, video streaming) between airborne sensor platforms (Radar, EO/IR) and ground stations
• Coordination of technical interfaces with avionics, sensors, and IT network teams to guarantee seamless end-to-end integration
• Implementation and compliance with aviation standards (EMC, IT security policies, documentation) during development and integration phases
• Ensuring end-to-end security and reliability of data links, including encryption, authentication, and real-time transmission performance

Your Profile / Skills

• Degree in Computer Science, Electrical/Communications Engineering, or related field
• Proven experience in developing and integrating IP-based transmission systems; hands-on with telemetry, radio links, or streaming solutions between aircraft and ground systems
• Solid expertise in IT security (encryption, network hardening, zero-trust principles) and real-time data communication
• Advantage: knowledge of avionics/sensor integration and familiarity with aviation compliance frameworks
• Strong English skills, spoken and written, for international collaboration
• German >B2 would be a plus.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing