Systems Engineer (Electro-Optical) - Space - DE
Helsing
About this role
The Systems Engineer (Electro-Optical Payload) is an expert technical lead for Helsing’s electro-optical imaging payloads, focusing on space-based cameras for Earth observation missions. The role bridges business development, solution design, and system realization within a defence AI company, contributing to mission concept, instrument design, and in-orbit performance oversight. The position is mission-driven and aligned with Helsing’s objective of applying advanced technology to protect democratic societies.
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About Helsing
helsing.aiHelsing is an AI company focused on protecting democracies by detecting and mitigating information threats such as disinformation, deepfakes, coordinated influence operations, and election interference. It offers a suite of products (e.g., CA-1 Europa, Altra, HX-2, LURA, Cirra, Centaur) for monitoring media and social platforms, early warning, content verification, and analysis/attribution. Helsing positions itself as a research-driven, multilingual provider for governments, election bodies, NGOs and media partners that emphasizes explainability, safety, and responsible deployment of its technology.
Recent company news
FW-MAG Future Warfare Magazineshownews - Helsing’s HX 2 simulator at Enforce Tac - Training for algorithmic war
1 day ago
ReutersGermany's Helsing unveils 'Europa' combat drone
Sep 25, 2025
AeroTimeHelsing denies reports of suspended HX-2 drone orders in Ukraine
1 month ago
MusicTechHelsing responds to “misinformation” surrounding its activities after Massive Attack becomes latest band to pull music from Spotify
Sep 22, 2025
Resilience MediaGermany set to formally announce Stark and Helsing strike-drone contracts this week
2 weeks ago
About Helsing
Headquarters
San Francisco, CA
Company Size
201-500 employees
Founded
2018
Industry
Technology
Glassdoor Rating
4.2 / 5
Leadership Team
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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Salary
$141k – $190k
per year
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