Senior Seeker Specialist (f/m/d)
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Job description
Senior Seeker Specialist at TYTAN Technologies to define and develop the sensing capabilities of next-generation autonomous air defense systems. The role leads selection, integration, and optimization of onboard sensors such as daylight cameras, thermal imagers, radar, and other targeting payloads.
At a glance
- Work mode
- Hybrid · Munich, Germany
- Languages
- English
What you'll do
- Guide 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 target detection, tracking, and classification concepts
- 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
What we're looking for
- 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
- Strong knowledge of thermal / IR imaging systems
- Strong knowledge of radar and RF sensing
- Strong knowledge of 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
Nice to have
- Worked on missile programs, loitering munitions, ISR payloads, targeting systems, or stabilized gimbals
Benefits
- Virtual stock options (VSOPs) at the company's current valuation
- €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 when someone you refer joins the team
- Regular on- and off-site team events
- Corporate discounts across a wide range of partner brands
- Flexible working hours and hybrid work model, plus a modern Munich office
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About TYTAN Technologies GmbH
The PACE is fast. The expectations are high. The contribution matters.
TYTAN Technologies is a fast-growing deep-tech company building autonomous defense systems designed to protect lives and strengthen Europe's security. Working at TYTAN is more than a job, it is a mission.
Mission
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. We protect critical infrastructure. We protect European sovereignty.
Key facts
- Defense technology
- Develops autonomous air defense systems with AI-driven, cost-efficient systems
- Solutions built for mass deployment, cost efficiency, resilience, and reliable production at scale
- Integrates systems into multi-layered defense architectures alongside sensors, command systems, and effectors
- International mission-driven team
- Modern Munich office
- Currently does not offer visa sponsorship
What they value
- Ownership
- Embrace challenges
- Energized by meaningful work
- Impact
- High performance
- Fairness and inclusivity