Validation Technician
- Location
- Lausanne, Switzerland
- Work type
- On-site
- Job type
- Full-time
- Salary
- Not listed
- Clearance
- Not required
- U.S. citizenship
- Not stated
- Posted
- Oct 11, 2026
- Department
- R&D
About the role
About Us
Harmattan AI is a next-generation defense prime building autonomous and scalable defense systems. Following the close of a $200M Series B, valuing the company at $1.4 billion, we are expanding our teams and capabilities to deliver mission-critical systems to allied forces.
Our work is guided by clear values: building technologies with real-world impact, pursuing excellence in everything we do, setting ambitious goals, and taking on the hardest technical challenges. We operate in a demanding environment where rigor, ownership, and execution are expected.
As a Drone System Validation Technician & Remote Pilot, you will be a vital pillar of our flight operations. You will ensure that our fleet of autonomous drones remains operational, up to date, and ready for deployment at all times. You will manage the validation lab and support engineers during complex field testing campaigns.
Key Responsibilities
Fleet Maintenance
Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on the drone fleet.
Carry out repairs, upgrades, and component replacements.
Execute soldering, wiring, and mechanical assembly operations.
Flight Operations
Piloting drones during test campaigns.
Serve as the safety operator during test flights.
Logistics
Manage inventory for spare parts, batteries, and field equipment.
Organize transport and gear preparation for field testing campaigns.
Test Execution
Run standardized test protocols and checklists.
Report results and anomalies to the engineering teams.
Lab Management
Keep the workshop and validation lab clean, organized, and secure.
Ensure all necessary tools, consumables, and equipment are available and ready to use.
Candidate Profile
Technical degree or significant practical experience in electronics, mechanics, or RC modeling.
Strong manual dexterity: proficient in soldering, wiring, and mechanical assembly.
Rigorous, organized, and safety-conscious mindset.
Experience piloting multirotor or fixed-wing drones (remote pilot certification is a plus).
Strong interest in hands-on DIY / technical building projects.
English language proficiency: A2 level minimum.
Willingness to travel for field testing operations.
We look forward to hearing how you can help shape the future of autonomous defense systems at Harmattan AI.