About TYTAN Technologies
At TYTAN, we aim to set a global standard in autonomous air defense with AI-driven, cost-efficient systems that counter unmanned aerial threats at scale. We protect people, critical infrastructure, and European sovereignty.
We are looking for a Senior Seeker Systems Engineer (EO/IR & Radar) to define and develop the sensing capabilities of our next-generation autonomous systems. You will lead the selection, integration, and optimization of onboard sensors, including daylight cameras, thermal imagers, radar, and other targeting payloads, ensuring reliable target detection, tracking, and engagement.
Your Roadmap to Make an Impact
•Lead new EO/IR sensor designs in collaboration with hardware and systems engineering teams.
•Evaluate and select EO, IR, radar, laser, and multi-sensor solutions.
•Develop sensor fusion, target detection, tracking, and classification algorithms.
•Specify sensor performance requirements, including range, field of view, stabilization, and SWaP constraints.
•Drive integration of sensors into gimbals, payloads, and autonomy systems.
•Conduct trade studies, system performance analyses, and supplier evaluations.
•Support in ground testing, validation, and flight trials.
Requirements
•Degree in Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Physics, Optics, Mechatronics, or similar.
•Experience in missile seekers, guided weapons, EO/IR payloads, targeting systems, gimbals, ISR sensors, or defense electronics.
•Strong knowledge of:
•Electro-optical (EO) cameras
•Thermal / IR imaging systems
•Radar and RF sensing
•Sensor fusion and target tracking
•Experience translating mission requirements into sensor architectures and payload designs.
•Hands-on mindset with the ability to take ownership of critical technical decisions.
•Having worked on missile programs, loitering munitions, ISR payloads, targeting systems, or stabilized gimbals, and understanding how to answer key questions such as:
•What sensor suite is required for the mission? EO, thermal, radar, or multi-mode seeker?
•How should sensors be integrated into the autonomy stack?
•How can detection performance be maximized within strict size, weight, and power constraints?
You'll play a key role in shaping the sensing and targeting capabilities of our next-generation autonomous systems.
What We Offer
•Build technology with real operational impact: develop autonomous defense systems designed to protect lives and strengthen Europe's security.
•Shape scalable defense capabilities: work on solutions built for mass deployment, cost efficiency, resilience, and reliable production at scale.
•Contribute to networked air defense: help integrate systems into multi-layered defense architectures alongside sensors, command systems, and effectors.
•Develop for real-world operations: build capabilities together with end users and improve them continuously based on direct operational feedback.
•Move fast and take ownership: work in a focused, high-performance team where decisions are made quickly and individual contributions have immediate impact.
•Define a new generation of defense technology: join early and help shape the products, engineering standards, culture, and direction of a fast-growing deep-tech company.
•Work with an international, mission-driven team: collaborate with experienced specialists united by the goal of creating sovereign and effective security capabilities for Europe.
•Virtual stock options: participate in the company's success through virtual stock options (VSOPs) at the company's current valuation.
•Monthly allowances: €106/month in flexible benefits including lunch discounts and EGYM Wellpass or shopping credit.
•Regular health care events: health check-ups, skin screenings, mental health workshops, and an annual vitamin infusion.
•Referral bonus: earn a reward when someone you refer joins the team.
•Regular team events: on- and off-site activities to connect and celebrate together.
•Corporate discounts: exclusive employee discounts across a wide range of partner brands.
•Flexibility: flexible working hours and hybrid work model, plus a modern Munich office built for focus and collaboration.
Due to security clearance requirements, affiliations with countries listed under § 13 para. 1 no. 17 SÜG may affect the application process. Please note that we currently do not offer visa sponsorship, so we're only able to consider candidates who already have a valid work permit.
