Job description
We're looking for an exceptional Systems Innovation Engineer to bring deep UAV systems expertise into our supply chain organization. In this role, you'll assess drone components and sub-components at a full-system level, ensuring sourcing and evaluation decisions are technically sound, integration-aware, and aligned with how the complete platform performs.
This is a technical authority role where you'll bridge R&D and supply chain, directly shaping how Twentyfour sources components for a scaling defense program. Systems authority: act as the systems-engineering authority for SCM, assessing components at the full unmanned-system level Component evaluation: proactively evaluate, benchmark, and qualify drone components and suppliers against system-level requirements Technical deep-dives: run component-evaluation projects jointly with R&D and the AI team Requirements translation: translate R&D system requirements into clear component specifications and sourcing criteria Supplier relationships: build and maintain technical relationships with strategic component suppliers, assessing roadmaps and capabilities Risk feedback: feed integration, reliability, and obsolescence risk back into sourcing and design decisions Track record: you bring exceptional systems-engineering expertise in unmanned systems/UAVs, with a deep understanding of how components integrate into a complete airborne platform Technical depth: you have deep knowledge of drone sub-systems (propulsion, power/batteries, flight control/autopilot, sensors/payloads, RF/datalink, airframe) Evaluation skills: you can technically evaluate, benchmark, and qualify components and suppliers against system-level requirements Collaboration: you work closely with R&D/engineering, translating system needs into component requirements and sourcing criteria Education: you hold a degree in aerospace, mechatronics, electrical engineering, or a related field – or equivalent hands-on experience that speaks louder than the diploma Languages: you're fluent in English; German is a plus Production lifecycle: hands-on experience across the prototype-to-series-production lifecycle of an unmanned system Defense experience: military/defense UAV experience and familiarity with relevant standards and constraints Technical procurement: supplier-facing or technical-procurement experience rather than a pure design-house background Real impact & ownership: Shape high-tech defense systems and take responsibility from day one.
Mission-driven environment: Work on technologies that matter for European security and sovereignty. Competitive package: Competitive salary, EGYM Wellpass, corporate benefits, and equity options aligned with role and level. Deep tech environment: Get hands-on experience with cutting-edge drone technology and real operational use cases.
Grow fast: Steep learning curve for juniors, strategic influence and leadership opportunities for seniors. Startup mindset meets defence innovation: flat hierarchies, fast decisions, and space for your ideas. Flexibility: Flexible hours, remote options, and relocation support. Strong team: International, driven colleagues and a culture built on exchange, trust, and shared success.