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.