Development Engineer / Systems Engineer - Defense | Entwicklungsingenieur/ Systemingenieur Defence (m/w/d)

FERCHAU GmbH Niederlassung Kiel

Kiel, Schleswig-Holstein, Deutschland
Published Apr 10, 2026
Full-time
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Job Summary

As a Development and Systems Engineer in the defense sector, you will be responsible for the technical evolution of tactical vehicle subsystems. Your day-to-day work involves analyzing stakeholder requirements for component selection and integration, creating detailed system specifications, and managing interface documentation. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional system teams to ensure the technical implementation and verification of reconnaissance, sensor, and communication subsystems. This role operates at both the subsystem and overall vehicle levels, requiring a deep understanding of mechatronic products. The position is particularly attractive due to its focus on high-stakes innovation, offering a permanent contract, flexible mobile working options, and comprehensive benefits including a childcare allowance and company pension scheme. It provides a unique opportunity to work with cutting-edge wireless communication and IT hardware within a structured engineering environment.

Required Skills

Education

University degree in Electrical Engineering, Communications Engineering, Computer Science, or a comparable field of study.

Experience

  • Professional experience in requirements management and systems engineering for mechatronic products
  • Proven experience in creating technical requirements and system specifications
  • Practical knowledge of modern wireless communication systems and functional IT integration
  • Experience with the V-Model development process is advantageous
  • Experience working with military or automotive industry standards is preferred

Languages

German (Fluent)English (Fluent)

Additional

  • Must be able to work on-site or remotely as per company flexibility policies; experience with DOORS software is explicitly required.