Main responsibilities
Drive the development and optimization of the AR3, identifying and implementing product improvements;
Translate customer needs and requirements into engineering solutions, ensuring their technical feasibility;
Analyse product requirements, specifications and applicable standards;
Develop product changes, from concept and design through prototyping, testing, validation and implementation into production;
Identify and solve complex technical problems, performing root cause analysis and defining robust solutions;
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams across Engineering, Design, Manufacturing and Quality;
Act as a technical reference, contributing to the continuous evolution of the AR3 platform.
Work with a high degree of autonomy, while sharing knowledge and supporting the development of less experienced team members.
Profile & Requirements
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical, Electronics, Aerospace, Aeronautical Engineering or a related field;
+5 years professional experience in product development and continuous improvement, preferably in complex physical products, aerospace, UAVs, automotive or similar industries;
Experience working with products already in production, ideally involving product customization and adaptations to meet customer requirements;
Ability to work end-to-end, from requirements through design, prototyping, testing, validation and production implementation;
Strong problem-solving, autonomy and technical decision-making skills;
Fluent English is essential; Portuguese is considered a plus;
Resilience, proactivity and a hands-on approach;
Ability to adapt and thrive in an environment of constant innovation and change.
Availability to work on-site in both Caldas da Rainha and Leiria.
What we have to offer you
• A dynamic and collaborative working environment, with the opportunity to make a real impact
• A competitive salary package, aligned with your proven level of experience
• Meal allowance and health insurance for employees
• Shuttle transport service between Lisboa, Leiria, Caldas da Rainha and Ponte de Sor
• Bonus in line with company policy
• Access to the Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
Skills Required
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical, Electronics, Aerospace, Aeronautical Engineering, or a related field
- Professional experience in product development and continuous improvement
- Experience with complex physical products, preferably in aerospace, UAVs, automotive, or similar industries
- Experience working with products already in production, including customization and adaptations for customer requirements
- Ability to work end-to-end from requirements through design, prototyping, testing, validation, and production implementation
- Strong problem-solving, autonomy, and technical decision-making skills
- Fluent English
- Portuguese language skills
- Resilience, proactivity, and a hands-on approach
- Availability to work on-site in Caldas da Rainha and Leiria
TEKEVER Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about TEKEVER and has not been reviewed or approved by TEKEVER.
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Healthcare Strength — Health insurance, including Private Medical Insurance, and an Employee Assistance Program are highlighted as core parts of the package. Feedback suggests these offerings are comprehensive and aimed at supporting wellbeing.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Annual leave commonly cited at around 25 days plus local bank holidays indicates a generous time-off policy. Flexible and hybrid working models complement the leave structure to support work-life balance.
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Retirement Support — Company pension plans, including a match of up to 10% in some UK roles, are frequently emphasized. This level of contribution is portrayed as a strong component of total compensation.
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What We Do
TEKEVER is a pan-European technology company developing AI-driven autonomous systems for civil and defence missions. It designs, manufactures and operates unmanned aerial systems, while providing data and intelligence services, AI-based analytics, mission management and training. Its capabilities support surveillance, search and rescue, maritime patrol, border security, emergency response and environmental monitoring through integrated operational solutions for customers worldwide.
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