The role is based in the Kyiv region, and we will expect you to work full-time in office. We have a shuttle service from the nearest metro station.
We’re looking for a Design Engineer to join our R&D team and help create next-generation unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs). You’ll be involved in the entire design cycle — from concept to real product — working on advanced technologies and collaborating with cross-functional teams.
This role is for you if you enjoy turning ideas into tangible, high-tech products; you’re detail-oriented and passionate about precision engineering; you thrive in a team environment and value collaboration; you want to contribute to innovations in aerospace and UAV technology.
Design & Development
Create UAV designs using CAD systems (CATIA or similar).
Perform structural and aerodynamic calculations, including FEM analysis.
Work with composite materials and additive manufacturing technologies.
2. Prototyping & Testing
Participate in building prototypes, conducting tests, and refining designs.
Integrate electronic systems, propulsion units, sensors, and payloads into the overall design.
3. Documentation & Collaboration
Prepare and maintain technical documentation: drawings, specifications, and requirements.
Cooperate with manufacturing teams to ensure design compliance and implement updates.
Higher technical education (aerospace, mechanical, or aeronautical engineering).
Proven experience in designing aircraft, UAVs, or similar products.
Proficiency in CAD systems (CATIA or equivalent).
Strong knowledge of aerodynamics, structural mechanics, and load calculations.
Experience with composites and additive manufacturing (preferred).
Understanding of integrating electronic and mechanical systems.
Practical experience in prototype development and collaboration with production teams.
Experience with military or civil UAVs.
Knowledge of certification standards (MIL-STD, ISO, DIN, DSTU).
Participation in drone or aeromodelling projects or competitions.
Basic knowledge of electronics, control, and navigation systems.
We Stand with Ukraine!
We believe in the power of combined efforts: straightforward tech expertise paired with a customer-centric focus.
We are industry pioneers who are ambitious, bold, and visionary.
We push limits, think outside the box, and strive for technological excellence to shape the future of aerial data.
We promise to be your runway for individual and professional growth.
Quantum Systems specialises in the development, design, and production of small Unmanned Aerial Systems (sUAS). The company’s range of electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) sUAS are built to maximize range and versatility and to provide operators with a seamless user experience. By integrating cutting-edge software capabilities, like edge computing and real-time AI-powered data processing, Quantum Systems is building next-generation UAS for clients in defence, security, public sectors.