Harmattan AI

Harmattan AI provides autonomous defense systems that enhance battlefield awareness and response. The company builds scalable, AI-powered UAVs and ISR capabilities. Key technologies include Gobi, a high-speed interceptor, and Sahara, an autonomous UAV-borne synthetic aperture radar for situational awareness. These systems are designed to be attritable, low-cost, and rapidly deployable within existing military frameworks. Target customers are military and defense organizations seeking advanced UAV and ISR solutions.

Autonomous SystemsDefense TechnologyMilitary-grade PerformanceSituational AwarenessUAVharmattan.ai

Harmattan AI

Autonomous SystemsDefense TechnologyMilitary-grade PerformanceSituational AwarenessUAVharmattan.ai

HQParis, FR

Team Size88

Open Jobs94

Total Funding-

Latest FundraiseUnknown

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Automation Engineer

On-SiteWissous, Île-de-, FR

On-Site • Wissous, Île-de-, FR

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About Us At Harmattan AI, we are a next-generation defense prime building autonomous and scalable defense systems. Driven by rigorous engineering developments of new defense products based on recent robotics and AI developments, we are on a steep growth trajectory. If you are interested in a career in a highly technical environment, thrive on pushing boundaries, and want to achieve ambitious goals, we would love to hear from you.

About The Role We are looking for a skilled and forward-thinking Automation Engineer to design, implement, and optimize automation systems at our production site, the model for our future global manufacturing sites.

You’ll lead automation projects that enable cost-effective, high-volume, and defense-grade production through robotics, digital integration, and lean processes.

Responsibilities Automation Systems

Design and deploy automated solutions across key manufacturing and test processes.
Translate manual tasks into robust automated stations (robotics, sensors, actuators, software).
Own equipment specifications, commissioning, and validation with suppliers and integrators.

Performance & Reliability

Maximize OEE through improved uptime, performance, and first-pass yield.
Analyze real-time data and fault logs to drive continuous improvement.
Support maintenance and production teams in troubleshooting and system optimization.

Digital Integration

Connect automation platforms to ERP/MES for live traceability and performance data.
Build OEE dashboards and enable predictive maintenance through data and IoT tools.
Contribute to digital twin and simulation projects for capacity and layout planning.

Innovation & Standardization

Evaluate and prototype new automation and robotics technologies.
Standardize automation architectures and documentation for replication in future factories.
Train technical staff and provide user-friendly system documentation.

Candidate Requirements

Degree in Automation Engineering, Mechatronics, Robotics, or equivalent.
5+ years experience in manufacturing automation (design, commissioning, optimization).
Strong command of robotics, PLCs, sensors, motion systems, and automation safety standards (CE).
Interest in Industry 4.0, collaborative robotics, and machine learning applications.
Proven experience deploying reliable, high-availability systems.
Communication & Influence: Excellent written and verbal communication in French and English, capable of leading diverse principals – from junior members to senior executives.
Commitment: 100% dedication to Harmattan AI’s mission, vision, and ambitious growth plans, ready to go the extra mile to ensure operational excellence.

We look forward to hearing how you can help shape the future of autonomous defense systems at Harmattan AI.