Systems Engineer (Test & Validation) H/F About Alta AresAlta Ares is a deeptech startup founded in 2024, developing real-time AI solutions for defense operations (ISR, C-UAS). Our primary customers are NATO-aligned armed forces, with frequent deployments in real-world operational exercises.Our products include: Real-time AI ISR module deployable on drones and tactical platforms Counter-UAS solution enabling autonomous drone takeover in GNSS-denied environments Full-stack MLOps platform for training and deploying military-grade AI models Data fusion and trajectory prediction systems Role & MissionsValidation & Verification Strategy Define system-level validation and verification (V&V) strategies Ensure alignment between system requirements, test coverage, and operational use cases Establish acceptance criteria and validation methodologies Test Planning & Execution Write test plans, protocols, and detailed test procedures Coordinate and execute test campaigns (lab, simulation, and field testing) Ensure structured and repeatable validation processes Traceability & Compliance Ensure full traceability between requirements, tests, and results Maintain clear mapping across system specifications and validation artifacts Contribute to compliance and certification efforts (CE, aerospace or equivalent) Analysis & Continuous Improvement Analyze test results and identify gaps, failures, or performance deviations Drive root-cause analysis and coordinate corrective actions with engineering teams Continuously improve validation processes and system reliability Test Infrastructure & Automation Design and implement test tools, frameworks, and automation pipelines Improve test efficiency, scalability, and reproducibility Support the development of simulation and hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) environments Cross-functional Collaboration & Documentation Work closely with R&D teams to improve system testability and robustness Provide feedback on system design from a validation perspective Manage validation documentation, reports, and test evidenceProfileYou are a Systems Engineer with a strong background in test and validation of complex systems. You are structured, detail-oriented, and comfortable working across software, hardware, and operational environments to ensure system reliability and performance. Experience in system validation and verification (V&V) for complex systems Strong experience in writing test plans, protocols, and validation documentation Experience coordinating and executing test campaigns (lab, simulation, field) Solid understanding of system engineering practices and requirements management Experience with traceability (requirements ↔ tests ↔ results) Strong data analysis and problem-solving skills Experience with test automation tools and frameworks Ability to work across software, hardware, and system-level constraints Nice to Have Experience in aerospace, drones, robotics, or defense systems Familiarity with certification and compliance frameworks (CE, aviation standards, etc.) Experience with simulation environments and HIL testing Knowledge of requirement management tools (e.g., DOORS or equivalent) Experience in fast-paced or startup environments About Alta AresAlta Ares is a deeptech startup founded in 2024, developing real-time AI solutions for defense operations (ISR, C-UAS). Our primary customers are NATO-aligned armed forces, with frequent deployments in real-world operational exercises.Our products include: Real-time AI ISR module deployable on drones and tactical platforms Counter-UAS solution enabling autonomous drone takeover in GNSS-denied environments Full-stack MLOps platform for training and deploying military-grade AI models Data fusion and trajectory prediction systems Role & MissionsValidation & Verification Strategy Define system-level validation and verification (V&V) strategies Ensure alignment between system requirements, test coverage, and operational use cases Establish acceptance criteria and validation methodologies Test Planning & Execution Write test plans, protocols, and detailed test procedures Coordinate and execute test campaigns (lab, simulation, and field testing) Ensure structured and repeatable validation processes Traceability & Compliance Ensure full traceability between requirements, tests, and results Maintain clear mapping across system specifications and validation artifacts Contribute to compliance and certification efforts (CE, aerospace or equivalent) Analysis & Continuous Improvement Analyze test results and identify gaps, failures, or performance deviations Drive root-cause analysis and coordinate corrective actions with engineering teams Continuously improve validation processes and system reliability Test Infrastructure & Automation Design and implement test tools, frameworks, and automation pipelines Improve test efficiency, scalability, and reproducibility Support the development of simulation and hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) environments Cross-functional Collaboration & Documentation Work closely with R&D teams to improve system testability and robustness Provide feedback on system design from a validation perspective Manage validation documentation, reports, and test evidence ProfileYou are a Systems Engineer with a strong background in test and validation of complex systems. You are structured, detail-oriented, and comfortable working across software, hardware, and operational environments to ensure system reliability and performance. Experience in system validation and verification (V&V) for complex systems Strong experience in writing test plans, protocols, and validation documentation Experience coordinating and executing test campaigns (lab, simulation, field) Solid understanding of system engineering practices and requirements management Experience with traceability (requirements ↔ tests ↔ results) Strong data analysis and problem-solving skills Experience with test automation tools and frameworks Ability to work across software,