Pyrotechnic Engineer H/F

<h3>About Alta Ares</h3><p style="min-height:1.5em"><br />Alta Ares is an air defense Neoprime. We build AI-guided interceptors to counter drones and cruise missiles, along with the software platform that powers them.</p><p style="min-height:1.5em">Our customers are NATO-aligned militaries and defense institutions, and our systems are regularly deployed during live exercises and operational demonstrations across Europe, the Middle East, and Asia.</p><p style="min-height:1.5em">Founded in 2024, we have grown to 90 people, raised over $60M, and increased revenue 40× this year. We are now entering a new phase of international expansion, industrial scaling, fundraising, and product development.</p><h2>Role &amp; Mission</h2><ul style="min-height:1.5em"><li><p style="min-height:1.5em">Perform thermo-mechanical simulations: static, dynamic, vibration, shock, fatigue, etc.</p></li><li><p style="min-height:1.5em">Model and simulate pyrotechnic phenomena: explosions, pressure, fragmentation, and fluid–structure interaction, as required.</p></li><li><p style="min-height:1.5em">Define assumptions, models, boundary conditions, and acceptance criteria.</p></li><li><p style="min-height:1.5em">Analyze and interpret simulation results.</p></li><li><p style="min-height:1.5em">Provide recommendations for design and product improvements.</p></li><li><p style="min-height:1.5em">Correlate numerical results with experimental test data.</p></li><li><p style="min-height:1.5em">Support the planning and preparation of test campaigns.</p></li><li><p style="min-height:1.5em">Prepare calculation notes, simulation reports, and related technical documentation.</p></li><li><p style="min-height:1.5em">Contribute to the development and improvement of simulation methods and tools.</p></li><li><p style="min-height:1.5em">Ensure the traceability and quality of models and results.</p></li></ul><p style="min-height:1.5em"><strong>Key Interfaces</strong></p><ul style="min-height:1.5em"><li><p style="min-height:1.5em">Mechanical Design Engineering</p></li><li><p style="min-height:1.5em">Systems Engineering</p></li><li><p style="min-height:1.5em">Testing and Validation Teams</p></li><li><p style="min-height:1.5em">Manufacturing Engineering / Production</p></li><li><p style="min-height:1.5em">Quality and Configuration Management</p></li></ul><div style="min-height:1.2em;margin-top:0px;margin-bottom:0px"> </div><div style="min-height:1.2em;margin-top:0px;margin-bottom:0px"> </div><h1>Candidate Profile<br /></h1><h2>Experience</h2><ul style="min-height:1.5em"><li><p style="min-height:1.5em">Strong knowledge of structural mechanics and dynamics.</p></li><li><p style="min-height:1.5em">Knowledge of finite element analysis methods.</p></li><li><p style="min-height:1.5em">Experience with explicit simulation and rapid transient phenomena.</p></li><li><p style="min-height:1.5em">Knowledge of pyrotechnic and/or ballistic phenomena.</p></li><li><p style="min-height:1.5em">Proficiency in one or more simulation tools: LS-DYNA, Abaqus, ANSYS, or equivalent.</p></li><li><p style="min-height:1.5em">Ability to analyze complex results and translate them into technical recommendations.</p></li><li><p style="min-height:1.5em">Knowledge of mechanical testing and simulation-to-test correlation.</p></li></ul><h2>Skills &amp; Qualities</h2><ul style="min-height:1.5em"><li><p style="min-height:1.5em">Hands-on engineer comfortable working with hardware and testing activities</p></li><li><p style="min-height:1.5em">Able to independently drive integration and qualification campaigns</p></li><li><p style="min-height:1.5em">Rigorous approach to safety, documentation, and regulatory compliance</p></li><li><p style="min-height:1.5em">Strong cross-functional communication and coordination skills</p></li><li><p style="min-height:1.5em">Entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to operate autonomously in a fast-growing company</p></li><li><p style="min-height:1.5em">High integrity and professionalism in handling sensitive defense technologies</p></li></ul><p>Find more <a href="https://www.arbeitnow.fr/english-speaking-jobs">English Speaking Jobs in France</a> on Arbeitnow</a>