Lead Design Engineer

Quantum Systems next-generation unmanned solutions across air, land, and sea. From advanced aerial drones to underwater and ground platforms, our systems combine cutting-edge hardware with AI-driven software for seamless control and real-time data insights. Trusted by defense, security, and public sector clients worldwide, we redefine mission versatility and performance.

Quantum-Systems is a strong supporter of Ukraine and has it’s local Ukrainian office since 2022.

As Lead Design Engineer you will be responsible for leading and mentoring a team of design engineers, providing technical guidance and supporting their professional development.

This is a full-time office job. Candidates must be located in Kyiv.

What is your Day to Day Mission

Leadership & Team Management

Lead and mentor a team of design engineers, providing technical guidance and supporting their professional development.

Plan and prioritize team activities, allocate resources, and ensure timely delivery of engineering projects.

Establish engineering best practices, design standards, and review processes.

Coordinate cross-functional collaboration between Design, Manufacturing, R&D, Testing, and Supply Chain teams.

Support recruitment, onboarding, and performance development of team members.

Design & Development

Lead the design and development of UAV assemblies, structural components, and mechanical systems.

Define technical solutions and ensure compliance with performance, reliability, and manufacturability requirements.

Select and integrate components, subsystems, and equipment into complex UAV platforms.

Choose appropriate materials, manufacturing methods, and design approaches.

Oversee the development of production documentation, including drawings, specifications, BOMs, and 3D models.

Prototyping & Testing

Guide prototype development and validation activities.

Support functional, structural, and environmental testing of systems and equipment.

Analyze test results and implement design improvements.

Ensure seamless transition from prototype to serial production.

Collaboration & Project Execution

Work closely with manufacturing teams, suppliers, subcontractors, and testing departments.

Participate in technical decision-making and project planning.

Communicate project status, technical risks, and mitigation plans to stakeholders.

Drive continuous improvement initiatives across engineering processes and product development.