As a Prototyping Technician in the N3XT Department, you will play a key role in building Quantum-Systems’ next generation of products. Your main responsibility will be to support the rapid development of prototypes by assembling, testing, and refining innovative concepts. From initial builds to functional validation, you will ensure high-quality execution and contribute to turning ideas into reality.
Based in Gilching, you’ll work hands-on with a multidisciplinary team of engineers and specialists, following an agile and practical approach to innovation. Your attention to detail and technical expertise will help accelerate the development process and deliver impactful solutions.
What is Your Day-to-Day Mission?
- Assemble and build drone prototypes based on engineering specifications and design files.
- Install and integrate hardware components such as sensors, motors, and avionics into prototype systems.
- Preparing prototypes for customer demonstrations and field testing.
- Perform soldering and wiring for electronic components.
- Operate and maintain manufacturing tools and equipment, including CNC machines, 3D printers and hand tools.
- 3D print components for rapid prototyping.
- Conduct functional tests on prototypes to verify performance and identify issues.
- Support iterative design improvements and collaborate with engineers and designers to troubleshoot and refine prototypes.
What You Bring to the Team
- Proven experience in building, assembling, and troubleshooting various types of drones or model aircraft.
- Proficiency in configuring and troubleshooting common autopilot software, such as PX4, ArduPilot, Betaflight, and iNav.
- Strong hands-on skills in assembling and integrating electronic and mechanical systems.
- Experience with composite materials (e.g., cutting, laminating, bonding, and finishing) is a strong plus.
- Familiarity with manufacturing and prototyping processes, including machining, basic fabrication, and 3D printing.
- High attention to detail and commitment to quality throughout the prototyping process.
- Collaborative mindset and strong communication skills to work effectively with engineers and cross-functional teams.
- Flexibility and adaptability to thrive in a fast-paced, iterative development environment.
Why Join Quantum-Systems?
- Be at the forefront of next-generation UAV innovation.
- Work in a fast-paced, agile environment where your ideas make an impact.
- Collaborate with a team of industry pioneers who are ambitious, bold, and visionary.
- Opportunities for individual and professional growth in a globally recognized organization.
- Help shape the future of aerial technology and data.
About us:
Quantum Systems specializes in the development, design, and production of small Unmanned Aerial Systems (sUAS). The company’s range of electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) sUAS are built to maximize range and versatility and to provide operators with a seamless user experience. By integrating cutting-edge software capabilities, like edge computing and real-time AI-powered data processing, Quantum Systems is building next-generation UAS for clients in the defense, security, and public sectors.https://www.youtube.com/embed/r-M8k0smtII
How to Apply
Please include as your cover letter:
- A detailed description of your hands-on projects, including photos, GitHub links, and videos, drawings.
On-site
- Gilching, Bayern, Germany
Hardware
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| Agreement builds foundation for industrial partnership in the Baltic region for unmanned systems operations in Lithuania and along the Eastern Flank.
Vilnius, 25 November 2025 – Quantum Systems, the European leader in intelligent unmanned systems, and ADV Defense UAB, a Lithuanian defence technology company and part of Teltonica IoT Group, today announced the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) at the German-Baltic Defence Industry Conference 2025 in Vilnius, Lithuania.The MoU deepens German–Lithuanian industrial cooperation in the field of defence technology and innovation. Both companies commit to fostering long-term collaboration focused on market expansion, localization, and joint research and development. The partnership aims to combine German and Lithuanian excellence with innovation to deliver mission-proven unmanned systems and strengthen the region’s defence industrial base.This agreement reinforces Quantum Systems’ long-term strategy to build a strong industrial presence on NATO’s Eastern Flank and to support the German Combat Brigade, stationed in Lithuania. By establishing cooperation with ADV Defense, Quantum Systems continues to invest in partnerships in Lithuania that contribute to resilient supply chains, capability development, and European technological sovereignty. |
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| “This partnership embodies what we believe in — cooperation, trust, and local value creation,” said Donatas Sirgedas, Managing Director of Quantum Systems Lithuania. “We are entering the Lithuanian market as a Lithuanian company – one that develops Lithuanian capabilities, and contributes to Europe’s collective security. Germany’s commitment to Lithuania’s defense is our foundation, and together we represent the best of both nations.” |
| “This MoU is about shared purpose and lasting impact,” added Martin Karkour, Chief Revenue Officer of Quantum Systems GmbH. “Our cooperation with ADV Defense will help accelerate the ability of deterrence at NATO’s Eastern Flank and deliver real capability to our partners on the ground. It’s a partnership of equals, rooted in trust and built for the long term.” |
| The signing of this MoU underscores the shared commitment of both companies to contribute to Lithuania’s defense ecosystem and to strengthen European defense cooperation. It builds upon the spirit of collaboration promoted by the German-Baltic Defence Industry Conference, reflecting the unity of purpose that defines the motto “United for Security.” |
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– Drone manufacturer Quantum-Systems relies on Liebherr’s experience when it comes to the manufacturing of electronics for the autopilot and motor controller
– Liebherr’s Components product segment in Lindau carries out the procurement, manufacturing, testing and assembly of the electronic components
– Quantum-Systems and Liebherr plan to further expand their cooperation
Munich-based drone manufacturer Quantum-Systems relies on Liebherr’s Electronics Manufacturing Services (EMS). In future, Liebherr’s Components product segment will manufacture the Quantum-Skynode autopilot and the motor controller for the “Vector” and “Scorpion” unmanned aerial systems in Lindau (Germany). Quantum-Systems drones are used worldwide for mapping, surveying and reconnaissance applications.
Nussbaumen (Switzerland), June, 2022 – The EMS order by Quantum-Systems does not only include the procurement of components and production of electronics, but also the assembly of components for the autopilot. Comprehensive testing services accompany the manufacturing processes and ensure high product quality.
“In Liebherr we have found an ideal electronics partner for our drones. Liebherr’s decades of experience
in the production of high-quality aerospace electronics flows directly into our products. This is an
essential element for the performance of our drones, especially for operations in adverse environmental
conditions with extreme temperatures,” says Florian Seibel, CEO and co-founder of Quantum-Systems.
Further expansion of cooperation
A tour of the Liebherr-Elektronik GmbH production site in Lindau at the beginning of June 2022 heralded
further expansion of the cooperation beyond manufacturing services. In future, the focus will be on
development and qualification in the field of electronics in particular. With its in-house test centre in
Lindau, Liebherr can also carry out the qualification and verification of electronic components on-site.
Flexibility and wide range of applications for the drones
Quantum-Systems’ drones can be equipped with different sensors and cameras. The vertical take-off and landing capability provides additional flexibility in use. The autopilot manufactured by Liebherr also enables fully autonomous drone operations. Fields of application are, for example, health analysis of plants from the air, progress monitoring in opencast mines or real-time situational analyses in disaster
areas.
Long-standing experience in electronics manufacturing
For over 40 years, Liebherr’s electronic components have proven their value daily all over the world in a
wide variety of industries, such as aviation, construction or mining. When it comes to the electronics
manufacturing processes, the company draws on its profound cross-industry experience in operation
under the most demanding conditions. This, in turn, ensures high quality in component assembly and
installation.
About Quantum-Systems GmbH
Quantum-Systems GmbH develops and deploys small Unmanned Aircraft Systems (sUAS) for the geospatial community (commercial product line) and the defence, security, and intelligence community (governmental product line), providing unprecedented data quality, efficiency, and operational usability.
The fully autonomous sUAS with AI edge computing capabilities enables its users to capitalize on the emerging megatrend of autonomous sUAS data acquisition solutions that will open entirely new markets and applications. All Quantum-Systems sUAS combine eVTOL (electrical vertical take-off and landing) capabilities with long-range utilizing electrical and aerodynamic efficiency.
The continuous integration of state-of-the-art sensors into the systems allows for increased aerial data intelligence. Quantum-Systems was founded in 2015 and is headquartered at Special Airport Oberpfaffenhofen, 20 km west of Munich.
About Liebherr-Components AG
In this segment, the Liebherr Group specialises in the development, design, manufacturing of high-performance components in the field of mechanical, hydraulic and electric drive and control technology.
Liebherr-Component Technologies AG, based in Bulle (Switzerland), coordinates all activities in the Components product segment. The extensive product range includes combustion engines, injection systems, engine control units, axial piston pumps and motors, hydraulic cylinders, slewing bearings, gearboxes and winches, switchgear, electronic and power electronics components, and software. The high-quality components are used in cranes and earthmoving machinery, in the mining industry,
maritime applications, wind turbines, automotive engineering or in aviation and transport technology. Synergy effects in s other product segments of the Liebherr Group are used to drive continuous technological development.
About the Liebherr Group
The Liebherr Group is a family-run technology company with a highly diversified product portfolio. The company is one of the largest construction equipment manufacturers in the world. It also provides high-quality and user-oriented products and services in a wide range of other areas. The Liebherr Group includes over 140 companies across all continents. In 2021, it employed more than 49,000 staff and achieved combined revenues of over 11.6 billion euros. Liebherr was founded in Kirchdorf an der Iller in Southern Germany in 1949. Since then, the employees have been pursuing the goal of achieving continuous technological innovation, and bringing industry-leading solutions to its customers.
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