Test Engineer

In todays world of constant global security challenges innovation in defense is no luxury. After years of budget cuts military personnel are forced to train and work with inadequate and insufficient equipment. We have an opportunity to change that.

At Intelic we are a group of highly committed professionals building one of the fastest-growing start-ups based in Amsterdam. We create advanced software for unmanned systems in the defense sector. As a software company at our core we build intelligence that gives unmanned platforms the speed coordination and reliability they demand for critical missions. Our technology ensures that decisions are made with accuracy when it matters most.

Responsibilities

As a Test Engineer at Intelic you ensure our autonomous systems are reliable safe and ready for deployment. You are the vital link between development and forward-deployment validating that our software performs as expected in real-world conditions.

Your mission is to bridge software hardware and the end-user experience. You will define execute and document structured testsfrom simulation-based integration to full mission validationproviding valuable insights to the product development process.

In practice your responsibilities include:

• Preparing configuring troubleshooting and deploying Intelic software on unmanned platforms

• Executing and maintaining end-to-end integration and acceptance tests to assess reliability safety and compliance

• Using SITL (Software In The Loop) and other Simulation software to validate performance under simulated conditions

• Supporting real-world field trials and validation tests under realistic conditions

• Monitoring system behavior during missions identifying and diagnosing technical issues and resolving them in real time

• Conducting red team-style stress and contingency tests (e.g. GPS spoofing communication loss hostile takeovers)

• Collaborating closely with software engineers validation managers and hardware partners to enhance system robustness and product quality

• Maintaining structured documentation and contributing to the refinement of validation procedures and quality assurance standards

• Supporting post-test reporting data analysis and corrective action workflows in alignment with Intelics QA and validation processes

What You Will Bring

You are a hands-on systems thinker who connects hardware software and mission readiness. Youre detail-oriented in testing confident in the field and structured in your analysis.

Your skillset includes:

• Demonstrable experience in QA field testing system administration tech support and/or integration engineering

• Strong troubleshooting skills across embedded systems networking and communication protocols

• Familiarity with Windows and Linux environments containerized deployments basic networking and telemetry or flight control systems (ArduPilot PX4 or similar)

• Experience with UAVs or other uncrewed systems either operationally or experimentally

• Ability to plan execute and report structured test campaigns with attention to safety and documentation

• Excellent technical writing skills and comfort working in fast-changing environments

• Willingness to travel internationally for integration sprints and field validation projects

What Success Looks Like in Your First Year

• You independently deploy and test Intelic software on multiple unmanned platforms

• You conduct multiple complete test cyclesfrom SITL to field validation and end-user acceptance

• You establish consistent reporting standards and contribute to QA process improvements

• Your insights shape critical reliability improvements and inform customer acceptance decisions

• You become a trusted bridge between development validation and operations teams

Why Join Intelic

• Talented Team: Collaborate with some of the brightest engineers and defense experts in the Netherlands.

• Scale-up Momentum: Join at a pivotal growth stage where you can help shape both the product and the company.

• Hands-On Testing: See your work in action through regular real-world field testing.

• Meaningful Impact: Contribute to mission-critical technology that directly improves safety and effectiveness in defense operations.

• Innovation at the Core: Tackle complex engineering challenges and push the boundaries of autonomy in defense.

What We Offer

At Intelic you will be part of an ambitious scale-up where teamwork learning and impact drive everything we do. Growth happens quickly here giving you the chance to take ownership and shape your career from the start. We build together and support our people with benefits that enhance life both in and out of work.

Benefits & Perks:

• Salary including 8% holiday allowance

• 25 vacation days per year based on full-time employment

• Bike plan

• Sports membership

• Travel reimbursement

• Pension

We look forward to receiving your application and getting to know you. If you have any questions please get in touch with our recruiter Mitchell at