09 Programme Analyst

Job description

**Help Build Europe's Hypersonic Capability** At **Hypersonica**, we’re redefining what’s possible in European defence technology. We exist to deliver speed, resilience, and technological independence at a pace that sets a new standard. We are a small, elite team working on problems that matter, and solving them fast. By joining **Hypersonica**, you’re not stepping into a predefined role. You’re joining a talent dense environment where every individual shapes the direction of the company. Our philosophy is to hire a small number of exceptional people with broad, deep technical capability, strong judgement, and the ability to operate autonomously. We hire for talent, not rigid boxes. This role represents a business need, but the way it evolves will be shaped by the individual. If you’ve achieved what others said was impossible, or you bring a unique combination of skills that doesn’t fit a traditional mould, we want to hear from you. The work you do here directly contributes to Europe’s technological independence. ### What you'll do - Support live defence programmes with hands-on analytical and operational work, contributing directly to delivery outcomes. - Prepare high-quality materials for customer meetings, internal reviews, and senior decision-making. - Analyse customer requirements, policy context, and programme constraints, turning them into clear, actionable inputs. - Work closely with programme managers to support planning, tracking, and execution across fast-moving projects. - Engage with military, government, and security-policy stakeholders, building early exposure to defence customers and acquisition environments. - Support customer engagement by structuring arguments, preparing briefings, and helping shape convincing narratives. - Operate as a high-ownership generalist, picking up ambiguous tasks and driving them to completion without hand-holding. - Learn fast by being close to real programmes, real customers, and real consequences from day one. ### Who you are - A high-potential graduate or early-career professional with an exceptional academic record and strong internships or international experience. - Curious about defence, security policy, and military affairs, with early exposure through study, research, or work. - Analytically sharp, able to structure problems, synthesise information, and communicate clearly. - Energised by pace, responsibility, and ambiguity, not looking for a slow or protected entry role. - A natural self-starter and hustler, who takes ownership rather than waiting for direction. - Drawn to high-performance environments such as consulting, finance, or fast-scaling startups. - Motivated by being part of a small, elite team where your contribution is visible and matters early. ### What we offer - A mission driven environment with the opportunity to work on one of Europe’s most consequential defence challenges, with direct impact on sovereign capability and security. - Daily collaboration with top experts across engineering, operations, and defence, with real opportunity to learn from the best, contribute, and grow. - High ownership and autonomy; no time tracking, no micromanagement, just clear objectives and accountability for outcomes. - A fast paced environment where good ideas are implemented quickly, and feedback from test and flight drives real decisions. - A culture that values clarity, integrity, and excellence, and supports people who take initiative and push boundaries responsibly. - Competitive compensation and real share options aligned to responsibility and impact, not tenure or hierarchy.