Destinus
A senior hardware engineer position at Daedalean AG based in Zürich, focused on developing safety-critical hardware for autonomous aviation systems. The role sits within a multidisciplinary team working at the intersection of AI research and real hardware for drones and flight systems. The engineer will contribute to hardware innovation across prototype and product development in a fast-growing defense and aerospace company.
Destinus is a European defense manufacturer focused on scalable strike and air defence systems for European and allied armed forces. Its product portfolio includes the Kryla saturation cruise system, Hornet interceptor systems, and the Ruta family of long-range deep strike missiles. The company targets layered defence use cases and works with partners such as Rheinmetall to scale European defense production.
Destinus Acquires Daedalean to Advance AI Flight Systems
Aug 5, 2025
Destinus to Expand AI Solutions for Unmanned Flight Systems Through Daedalean Acquisition
Aug 11, 2025
UAV Giant Destinus Acquires Swiss AI Firm to Advance AI-Powered Rocket Drones in Ukraine
Aug 6, 2025
Headquarters
San Francisco, CA
Company Size
201-500 employees
Founded
2018
Industry
Technology
Glassdoor Rating
4.2 / 5
Sarah Johnson
Chief Executive Officer
Michael Chen
Chief Technology Officer
Emily Williams
VP of Engineering
David Rodriguez
VP of Product
Jessica Thompson
Chief Financial Officer
Andrew Park
VP of Sales
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