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Harmattan AI · 8 hours ago

Systems Engineer

positionWashington, DC
timeFull-time
remoteOnsite
senioritySenior Level
money$140K/yr - $175K/yr
date5+ years exp

Harmattan AI is a next-generation defense prime building autonomous and scalable defense systems. As a Systems Engineer, you will bridge the gap between complex subsystems and operational mission requirements, ensuring the platform functions reliably in the field and integrating software, AI/ML, and operator workflows into a cohesive system.

Artificial Intelligence (AI)Computer VisionMilitary
badNo H1BnoteSecurity Clearance RequirednoteU.S. Citizen Onlynote

Responsibilities

Define end-to-end system architecture, interface control documents (ICDs), and data flows
Lead integration planning across backend, AI/ML, and UX components
Ensure interoperability with TAK, STANAG, and DoD standards
Conduct trade studies, risk assessments, and configuration control
Develop simulation and field-test plans validating performance and reliability
Support mission exercises and collect operator feedback to drive design evolution
Work closely with Product, AI/ML, and UX teams to translate operator needs into technical requirements
Participate in design and risk reviews, providing pragmatic engineering judgment

Qualification

Systems EngineeringIntegration of subsystemsRequirements managementRisk analysisInterface designOperator-first mindsetDetail-oriented

Required

B.S./M.S. in Systems Engineering, Aerospace, Computer Science, or related
5–10 years in defense, aerospace, or robotics programs; proven integration of multiple subsystems into mission-critical platforms
Requirements management, system modeling, risk analysis, and interface design
Operator-first, detail-oriented, and comfortable balancing trade-offs under constraints
100% dedication to Harmattan AI's mission, vision, and ambitious growth plans, ready to go the extra mile to ensure operational excellence

Preferred

Eligible for U.S. DoD security clearance (Secret level or above preferred)

Benefits

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Company

Harmattan AI

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Harmattan AI is a technology company that develops AI-powered autonomous systems and software for military and defense applications.
dateFounded in 2024
location
Paris, Ile-de-France, FRA
people-size51-200 employees
web-link
https://www.harmattan.ai

Funding

Current Stage
Growth Stage
Total Funding
$242M
Key Investors
Dassault AviationFirstMarkAtlantic
2026-01-12Series B· $200M
2025-01-01Series A· $30M
2024-06-01Seed· $12M

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