Systems Innovation Engineer

We're looking for an exceptional Systems Innovation Engineer to bring deep UAV systems expertise into our supply chain organization. In this role, you'll assess drone components and sub-components at a full-system level, ensuring sourcing and evaluation decisions are technically sound, integration-aware, and aligned with how the complete platform performs. This is a technical authority role where you'll bridge R&D and supply chain, directly shaping how Twentyfour sources components for a scaling defense program. Systems authority: act as the systems-engineering authority for SCM, assessing components at the full unmanned-system level Component evaluation: proactively evaluate, benchmark, and qualify drone components and suppliers against system-level requirements Technical deep-dives: run component-evaluation projects jointly with R&D and the AI team Requirements translation: translate R&D system requirements into clear component specifications and sourcing criteria Supplier relationships: build and maintain technical relationships with strategic component suppliers, assessing roadmaps and capabilities Risk feedback: feed integration, reliability, and obsolescence risk back into sourcing and design decisions Track record: you bring exceptional systems-engineering expertise in unmanned systems/UAVs, with a deep understanding of how components integrate into a complete airborne platform Technical depth: you have deep knowledge of drone sub-systems (propulsion, power/batteries, flight control/autopilot, sensors/payloads, RF/datalink, airframe) Evaluation skills: you can technically evaluate, benchmark, and qualify components and suppliers against system-level requirements Collaboration: you work closely with R&D/engineering, translating system needs into component requirements and sourcing criteria Education: you hold a degree in aerospace, mechatronics, electrical engineering, or a related field – or equivalent hands-on experience that speaks louder than the diploma Languages: you're fluent in English; German is a plus Production lifecycle: hands-on experience across the prototype-to-series-production lifecycle of an unmanned system Defense experience: military/defense UAV experience and familiarity with relevant standards and constraints Technical procurement: supplier-facing or technical-procurement experience rather than a pure design-house background Real impact & ownership: Shape high-tech defense systems and take responsibility from day one. Mission-driven environment: Work on technologies that matter for European security and sovereignty. Competitive package: Competitive salary, EGYM Wellpass, corporate benefits, and equity options aligned with role and level. Deep tech environment: Get hands-on experience with cutting-edge drone technology and real operational use cases. Grow fast: Steep learning curve for juniors, strategic influence and leadership opportunities for seniors. Startup mindset meets defence innovation: flat hierarchies, fast decisions, and space for your ideas. Flexibility: Flexible hours, remote options, and relocation support. Strong team: International, driven colleagues and a culture built on exchange, trust, and shared success.