About the RoleImagine this. You are leading the integration of complex aerospace and defense systems where mechanical, electrical, propulsion, guidance, and energetic components all need to work together safely and reliably. As our Energetics Systems Integration Lead, you will take technical ownership of the integration of missile systems, warheads, fuzes, and payloads for unmanned aerial platforms, from initial assembly through testing and acceptance.This is a senior, hands‑on engineering role for someone who understands both the technical complexity and the responsibility that comes with working around energetic materials. You will work across engineering, safety, quality, manufacturing, and testing teams to solve integration challenges, manage technical risks, and ensure every system meets demanding safety, quality, and performance requirements.At Destinus, we are revolutionizing the defense industry with cutting‑edge Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs). Our innovative technologies are designed to meet the unique demands of modern defense operations, delivering unparalleled speed, precision, and cost effectiveness. Destinus partners with government agencies and defense organizations worldwide to provide advanced solutions for mission‑critical operations, enabling a new era of efficiency and technological superiority. Join us in shaping the future of defense with groundbreaking aerospace innovations.What You’ll DoLead end-to‑end technical integration of missile subsystems including airframe, propulsion, guidance, warhead, and fuzing components, ensuring alignment with programme specifications, interfaces, and safety requirementsOversee warhead and fuze integration activities, working closely with design, safety, manufacturing, and quality teams to ensure functional requirements and safety interlocks are correctly implemented and verifiedLead the integration of payloads onto unmanned aerial systems, ensuring compatibility across mechanical, electrical, software, and system‑level interfacesDevelop and maintain integration test plans, procedures, acceptance criteria,



and verification activities together with systems engineering and test teamsEnsure explosive handling, storage, transportation, and integration activities are performed in accordance with applicable regulations and site‑specific Explosive Safety Standard Operating Procedures ESSOPsAct as the technical point of contact for integration activities during internal and customer reviews, safety boards, and key programme milestonesIdentify integration risks, technical issues, interface conflicts, and safety hazards early and drive them through mitigation and closureSupport programme design and readiness reviews including PDR and CDR, providing clear technical assessments of system integration maturity and outstanding risksLead root cause analysis and corrective action activities following integration issues, test anomalies, or safety‑related eventsMaintain accurate technical documentation supporting configuration control, system traceability, verification, and regulatory auditsProvide technical guidance and mentorship to integration engineers and technicians, helping build strong engineering practices across the teamWhat You’ll NeedBachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering, or equivalent relevant experienceAt least 10 years of professional experience in missile, UAS, defense systems integration and testing within defense manufacturing, R&D;, or a similarly regulated technical environmentDemonstrated hands‑on experience with warhead and fuze integration processes and the associated safety protocolsPractical experience integrating defense systems integration or payloads onto unmanned aerial platformsExtensive and verifiable experience with the safe handling,



storage, transportation, and integration of explosives and energetic materialsWorking knowledge of relevant explosive and ordnance safety requirements such as MIL-STD-1316, MIL-STD-2105, or applicable regional equivalentsStrong understanding of systems engineering principles, system integration methodologies, verification and validation, and configuration managementExperience developing and executing integration test plans and working with complex multidisciplinary hardware systemsAbility to confidently read and interpret engineering drawings, Interface Control Documents ICDs, technical specifications, and system requirementsStrong technical documentation and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively across engineering, manufacturing, safety, quality, and programme teamsProfessional working proficiency in EnglishAn advanced degree in a relevant engineering discipline is a plusPrevious experience within the military, a defense contractor, or a government ordnance facility is highly valuedCertification in explosive ordnance handling or safety, such as Qualified Explosives Handler status or an equivalent qualification, is a strong advantageExperience with PDR, CDR, safety case development, qualification, and regulatory certification processes is a plusFamiliarity with aerospace quality management systems such as AS9100 is beneficialWho You AreYou are a hands‑on technical leader who is comfortable working where complex engineering meets strict safety requirements. You understand that successful integration is not simply about making components fit together, but about understanding how the complete system behaves, identifying risks before they become problems, and making technically sound decisions under pressure. You take ownership, challenge assumptions when necessary, and communicate clearly across different engineering disciplines. You enjoy being close to the hardware, solving difficult integration problems, and helping others raise the technical bar.
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📌 Energetics Systems Integration Lead (Madrid)
🏢 Destinus
📍 Madrid