Alta AresAvionics Electronics Engineer
Toulouse · Full-time
About Alta Ares
Alta Ares is an air defense Neoprime. We build AI-guided interceptors to counter drones and cruise missiles, along with the software platform that powers them.
Our customers are NATO-aligned militaries and defense institutions, and our systems are regularly deployed during live exercises and operational demonstrations across Europe, the Middle East, and Asia.
Founded in 2024, we have grown to 90 people, raised over $60M, and increased revenue 40× this year. We are now entering a new phase of international expansion, industrial scaling, fundraising, and product development.
About Alta Ares
Alta Ares is a deeptech startup founded in 2024, building real-time AI for defense operations (ISR, C-UAS). Our primary clients are NATO-aligned militaries, with regular deployments during live exercises. Products include:
Real-time AI ISR module deployable on drones and tactical platforms
Counter-UAS solution enabling autonomous drone takeover under GNSS-denied environment
Full-stack MLOps platform for training & deploying military-grade AI models
Data fusion and trajectory prediction
Role & Mission
UAS Development & Integration
Design drone platform architectures for counter-drone and ISR missions
Develop and optimize guidance laws and flight control algorithms
Integrate diverse UAS systems into Alta Ares' product ecosystem
Conduct aerodynamic analysis and performance optimization
Swarming & Autonomous Operations
Develop drone swarming capabilities and coordination algorithms
Design multi-agent mission architectures for coordinated operations
Implement distributed decision-making and communication protocols
Rapid Deployment & Operations
Enable rapid deployment of diverse drone systems in operational environments
Conduct field testing and validation in operational conditions
Analyze operational requirements and translate them into technical specifications
Provide technical support for deployment teams
Candidate profile
You are a hands-on aerospace engineer with deep expertise in UAS systems and operational deployment. You thrive in fast-paced environments where you combine technical depth, operational analysis, and rapid prototyping to deliver mission-ready systems.
Required:
5+ years of experience in aerospace engineering focused on UAS/drone systems
Expertise in platform architecture, guidance laws, control theory, and swarming
Strong foundation in flight dynamics and autopilot systems
Experience with rapid prototyping and field deployment
Proficiency in Python, C/C++, MATLAB/Simulink
Familiarity with PX4, ArduPilot, or proprietary flight control systems
Strong problem-solving and operational analysis skills
Hands-on, pragmatic approach with a startup mindset
Excellent communication skills for technical and operational audiences
Comfortable working in field and operational conditions
Nice to Have
Advanced degree in aerospace engineering, robotics, or related field
Experience in defense, military UAS, or counter-drone systems
Background in swarm robotics or distributed autonomous systems
Knowledge of NATO standards, airspace regulations, and UAS certification
UAS operator certification or piloting experience
Exposure to multi-domain deployments or ISR missions
Skills & Values
Aerospace & Systems Expertise
Operational Pragmatism
Innovation & Autonomy
Technological Sovereignty