Prototyping Engineer (m/f/d) – Test Benches & Validation

As Prototyping Engineer, you will be a key member of our Prototyping Team, driving validation and testing of new technologies that enable advanced capabilities in our drones.

You will work closely with stakeholders from Electronics and Mechanical Hardware Design to ensure seamless integration of new concepts and deliver robust prototypes that meet performance and safety standards.

What is your Day to Day Mission:

• Lead complex prototyping projects and contribute to detailed design of UAV systems.

• Develop software (apps and embedded) to enable feasibility testing and system validation.

• Integrate new hardware into existing drone architecture for evaluation and testing.

• Assess requirements for new capabilities and create integration concepts.

• Define test strategies, design advanced test stands, and lead test campaigns.

• Verify prototypes and first articles against technical and regulatory requirements.

• Provide technical documentation and recommendations for design improvements.

What you bring to the team:

• Degree in Mechanical, Aeronautical, or Aerospace Engineering; advanced degree is a plus.

• 5+ years of experience in prototyping, system validation, or product development, ideally in UAVs, robotics, or aerospace.

• Solid knowledge of digital and analog electronics and embedded systems.

• Proficiency in programming (C/C++, Python, MATLAB, C#) and test automation.

• Experience with CAD tools (CATIA and Fusion preferred) and rapid prototyping technologies.

• Familiarity with Arduino, sensors, avionics, and communication systems.

• Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and ability to work independently.

• Excellent communication skills and ability to collaborate across teams.

• Fluent in English; German is a plus.

Why Quantum-Systems:

• 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.

Our benefits:

• Company pension scheme: We support you so that you can already make provisions for later.

• Flexible working hours: With trust-based working hours, you are not only responsible for your working hours, but also for your work-life balance.

• Mobile working: If it gets too turbulent for you in our office, you can get the necessary balance through mobile working.

• Bike-Leasing: We support you in staying environmentally mobile and healthy.

• Corporate Benefits: Your opportunity for attractive offers and discounts from well-known suppliers and brands, e.g. Adidas, Apple, Expedia.

• Employee events: We not only want to grow together, but also celebrate our successes together.

• Lunch-Card: Be powerful with delicious energy, daily lunch budget is sponsored.

• Company Shuttle: Enjoy our convenient shuttle service that picks you up from Pasing in Munich and brings you to our location, with return trips at the end of the workday.

About us:

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.

Our commitment:

We are an open-minded company that not only values diversity, but actively promotes it. Regardless of gender, age, ethnic origin, religion, sexual orientation or disability, we firmly believe that the diversity of our employees is an essential part of our success.

At our company, every voice is heard and every perspective is valued. We believe that our differences enrich us and help us to find creative solutions and generate innovative ideas. We pride ourselves on creating an inclusive work environment where all employees can reach their full potential.