Head of Engineering
The role
Frost Unmanned is looking for a Head of Engineering to own technical delivery across our platforms. You will run the engineering function day to day, set technical priorities, and make sure designs reach test and production on schedule. You report to the CEO and work closely with business development, production and our external partners.
What you will do
Lead engineering for the Tracer fixed-wing UAV and the Arrow USV, including the launcher system
Plan and track engineering programmes: scope, schedule, resources and risks
Set technical requirements and review design, integration and test results
Manage external engineering suppliers and consultants, including simulation and design support, and verify their output
Coordinate engineering input to customer demos, exercises, trials and tenders
Own configuration control, documentation and engineering processes as the team grows
Develop and support the engineers and technicians in the team
Stay hands-on where it is needed, but your main job is to lead the function
What we are looking for
Degree in mechanical, aerospace, marine or similar engineering, or equivalent experience
Experience leading engineering work or programmes in hardware development, preferably aerospace, defence, marine or composites
Track record of taking a physical product from design through test to production
Experience managing suppliers and external consultants
Clear written and spoken English. Swedish is an advantage
Ability to prioritise and decide in a small, fast-moving team
Security and export control
Frost Unmanned works under Swedish security protection and export control rules. The position requires that you can be approved in a säkerhetsprövning with registerkontroll and can work under export control restrictions. Each candidate is assessed individually.
What we offer
A role with direct influence on products, priorities and how the company is built
A team working on defence systems for Nordic, Baltic and European customers
Start: ASAP
Apply
Apply through Teamtailor with your CV and a short cover letter. Last application date: open until filled.
- Department
- Product Development
- Role
- Head of Engineering
- Location
- Stora Höga
About Frost Unmanned
Frost Unmanned is revolutionizing the future of UAVs with cutting-edge products and services. As pioneers in the industry, we are at the forefront of innovation, offering state-of-the-art drones and comprehensive UAV solutions tailored for professional applications.