
Senior Systems Integration Engineer
Key Skills
Job Description
As a Systems Integration Engineer, you take new payloads and components from concept to a working part of our UAVs, end to end.
On a mission
DeltaQuad develops advanced VTOL UAV systems for defense, public safety, and commercial operators worldwide. Demand is growing fast, and so is the number of parallel developments we run. That is why we are building an organization that can scale with it.
The role
Every new capability on our aircraft starts with an integration: a new radio, a camera or lidar payload, or a heated pitot tube that keeps measuring airspeed in the rain. You are the engineer who makes it happen, and you own each integration from start to finish.
It starts with understanding the problem: what do we need, and why? You explore the market, assess what is available, and dig into the suppliers behind it. How long have they been around, how much can they deliver, and what does that mean for the price? Then you define the requirements together with our electrical, mechanical, and software engineers, from power supply and CAD design to dimensions, weight, and center of gravity. You also work with our software partner to connect each integration to the ground control station.
You stand for your integration. When a partner or supplier has other priorities, you keep them on track, make sure it gets done, and think through the product's full lifecycle. In many ways, you are a Program Manager for one specific subject within our new Engineering department.
What you bring
You are a systems engineer who has taken integrations from start to finish and knows every step. You combine technical breadth across mechanics, electronics, and software with the assertiveness to hold suppliers and partners to their commitments. You hold a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Aerospace, Mechanical, Electrical, or Systems Engineering, or a related field. You also bring:
Around 4 or more years of experience integrating hardware components into complex products
A track record of owning integrations end-to-end, from market research to a validated, working solution
Experience defining requirements across mechanical, electrical, and software disciplines
Experience assessing and managing suppliers and external partners
Professional proficiency in English
Nice to have
Experience with UAVs, aerospace, defense, or robotics. Knowledge of payloads such as cameras, radios, or lidar, and familiarity with PX4-based systems and ground control software, is a plus.
What success looks like
New payloads and components go from request to flight-ready integration without surprises. Suppliers deliver what they promise, every discipline knows what is expected of them, and our customers get capabilities they can rely on.
What we offer
Competitive salary
Real ownership of integrations that shape what our UAVs can do
Work on advanced UAV technology with real-world applications
27 vacation days based on full-time employment
A 38-hour workweek with flexible working hours
€0.25/km travel reimbursement or full reimbursement of second-class public transportation
An excellent pension scheme through PME
Lunch at DeltaQuad, monthly team drinks, and an open, informal culture where your expertise counts
Please note: As part of our recruitment process, we may request a Certificate of Conduct (VOG) and conduct a background screening in accordance with our screening policy.
Core Responsibilities
You will own the end-to-end integration of new payloads and components into UAV systems, from initial concept and market research to flight-ready validation. This involves coordinating with electrical, mechanical, and software teams while managing supplier commitments and project timelines.
Requirements
The role requires a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Aerospace, Mechanical, Electrical, or Systems Engineering. Candidates must have at least 4 years of experience in hardware integration and a proven track record of managing complex technical projects.
Benefits
- Competitive salary
- 27 vacation days
- Travel reimbursement
- Public transportation reimbursement
- Pension scheme
- Lunch provided
- Monthly team drinks
About DeltaQuad
Industry: Defense and Space Manufacturing
Company size: 51-200 employees
DeltaQuad is a pioneer in long-range electric VTOL UAS, designed and manufactured in the Netherlands. We provide defence and security organisations with reliable aerial intelligence for complex and contested environments. Our platforms combine long endurance and operational range with the deployment flexibility of electric VTOL and are built to adapt to evolving mission requirements. They also support humanitarian and commercial operations where reliable aerial intelligence matters.