About the roleImagine this. You are the reason every critical flight test delivers the data that pushes aerospace technology forward. From telemetry systems to sensor integration, your work will directly shape the performance, reliability, and evolution of next generation unmanned flight systems. This is not a role where you sit on the sidelines watching innovation happen. You will be in the middle of the action, building the systems that allow engineers to understand, validate, and improve cutting edge aerospace technology in real flight conditions.At Destinus, we are revolutionizing the defense industry with cutting-edge Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs). Our innovative technologies are designed to meet the unique demands of modern defense operations, delivering unparalleled speed, precision, and cost effectiveness. Destinus partners with government agencies and defense organizations worldwide to provide advanced solutions for mission-critical operations, enabling a new era of efficiency and technological superiority. Join us in shaping the future of defense with groundbreaking aerospace innovations.What You´ll DoWork closely with engineering and flight test teams to identify and define data acquisition requirements for flight campaigns Design and develop complete flight test instrumentation systems including hardware, software, telemetry architecture, and sensor integration Define and implement telemetry systems and ground stations capable of delivering reliable real time flight data Install, calibrate, validate, and maintain instrumentation systems on unmanned aerial platforms Ensure accurate, high quality data acquisition during flight testing activities Support flight test operations on site and troubleshoot instrumentation issues in fast paced environments Collaborate across multidisciplinary teams to continuously improve testing capabilities and data reliability Contribute to the development of scalable and efficient instrumentation processes for future programsRequirementsWhat You’ll NeedRelevant experience as a Flight Test Instrumentation Engineer or in a similar instrumentation role within aerospace environments Aerospace background is mandatory Master’s degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related technical field Strong understanding of data acquisition systems, telemetry systems, and sensor technologies Experience integrating and validating instrumentation hardware and software Ability to work hands on with flight hardware in demanding test environments Strong communication and organisational skills with the ability to collaborate across technical teams Willingness to travel internationally to support flight test activities Experience working with unmanned systems is highly valuedWho You AreYou thrive in fast moving environments where technology evolves quickly and every test matters. When others see technical complexity, you see an opportunity to build smarter and more reliable solutions. You combine analytical thinking with a hands on mindset and enjoy working both in the lab and directly on the flight line. You take ownership of challenges, stay calm under pressure, and understand the importance of precision, reliability, and teamwork in aerospace development. Curious by nature, you are motivated by innovation and excited by the opportunity to contribute to the future of autonomous flight systems.
About the role
Imagine this. You are the reason every critical flight test delivers the data that pushes aerospace technology forward. From telemetry systems to sensor integration, your work will directly shape the performance, reliability, and evolution of next generation unmanned flight systems. This is not a role where you sit on the sidelines watching innovation happen. You will be in the middle of the action, building the systems that allow engineers to understand, validate, and improve cutting edge aerospace technology in real flight conditions.
At Destinus, we are revolutionizing the defense industry with cutting-edge Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs). Our innovative technologies are designed to meet the unique demands of modern defense operations, delivering unparalleled speed, precision, and cost effectiveness. Destinus partners with government agencies and defense organizations worldwide to provide advanced solutions for mission-critical operations, enabling a new era of efficiency and technological superiority. Join us in shaping the future of defense with groundbreaking aerospace innovations.
What You´ll Do
- Work closely with engineering and flight test teams to identify and define data acquisition requirements for flight campaigns
- Design and develop complete flight test instrumentation systems including hardware, software, telemetry architecture, and sensor integration
- Define and implement telemetry systems and ground stations capable of delivering reliable real time flight data
- Install, calibrate, validate, and maintain instrumentation systems on unmanned aerial platforms
- Ensure accurate, high quality data acquisition during flight testing activities
- Support flight test operations on site and troubleshoot instrumentation issues in fast paced environments
- Collaborate across multidisciplinary teams to continuously improve testing capabilities and data reliability
- Contribute to the development of scalable and efficient instrumentation processes for future programs
Requirements
What You’ll Need
- Relevant experience as a Flight Test Instrumentation Engineer or in a similar instrumentation role within aerospace environments
- Aerospace background is mandatory
- Master’s degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related technical field
- Strong understanding of data acquisition systems, telemetry systems, and sensor technologies
- Experience integrating and validating instrumentation hardware and software
- Ability to work hands on with flight hardware in demanding test environments
- Strong communication and organisational skills with the ability to collaborate across technical teams
- Willingness to travel internationally to support flight test activities
- Experience working with unmanned systems is highly valued
Who You Are
You thrive in fast moving environments where technology evolves quickly and every test matters. When others see technical complexity, you see an opportunity to build smarter and more reliable solutions. You combine analytical thinking with a hands on mindset and enjoy working both in the lab and directly on the flight line. You take ownership of challenges, stay calm under pressure, and understand the importance of precision, reliability, and teamwork in aerospace development. Curious by nature, you are motivated by innovation and excited by the opportunity to contribute to the future of autonomous flight systems.
Destinus is a European defence manufacturer built for the age of mass-produced threats. We design and produce modern strike and air defence systems in Europe for European and allied forces. We develop and manufacture cruise missiles, loitering munitions, and kinetic interceptors engineered for scalable, cost-asymmetric high-intensity warfare. Our edge is the combination of a unified autonomy stack, deep vertical integration, and industrial-scale manufacturing that enables fast iteration to become a fielded capability. At industrial tempo. Our mission is straightforward: strengthen Europe's security and strategic autonomy by delivering advanced, affordable systems that protect people and critical infrastructure.Our vision is for a secure Europe built on autonomy, scale, and industrial strength.
Destinus is a European defence manufacturer built for the age of mass-produced threats. We design and produce modern strike and air defence systems in Europe for European and allied forces. We develop and manufacture cruise missiles, loitering munitions, and kinetic interceptors engineered for scalable, cost-asymmetric high-intensity warfare. Our edge is the combination of a unified autonomy stack, deep vertical integration, and industrial-scale manufacturing that enables fast iteration to become a fielded capability. At industrial tempo.
Our mission is straightforward: strengthen Europe's security and strategic autonomy by delivering advanced, affordable systems that protect people and critical infrastructure.
Our vision is for a secure Europe built on autonomy, scale, and industrial strength.
