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Posted Today! • October 9, 2026

Pyrotechnic Engineer H/F

Alta Ares

Paris, France

engineeringfull-timeon-sitedroneintegrationdefense
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About Alta Ares


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.

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.

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.

Role & Mission

  • Perform thermo-mechanical simulations: static, dynamic, vibration, shock, fatigue, etc.

  • Model and simulate pyrotechnic phenomena: explosions, pressure, fragmentation, and fluid–structure interaction, as required.

  • Define assumptions, models, boundary conditions, and acceptance criteria.

  • Analyze and interpret simulation results.

  • Provide recommendations for design and product improvements.

  • Correlate numerical results with experimental test data.

  • Support the planning and preparation of test campaigns.

  • Prepare calculation notes, simulation reports, and related technical documentation.

  • Contribute to the development and improvement of simulation methods and tools.

  • Ensure the traceability and quality of models and results.

Key Interfaces

  • Mechanical Design Engineering

  • Systems Engineering

  • Testing and Validation Teams

  • Manufacturing Engineering / Production

  • Quality and Configuration Management

 
 

Candidate Profile

Experience

  • Strong knowledge of structural mechanics and dynamics.

  • Knowledge of finite element analysis methods.

  • Experience with explicit simulation and rapid transient phenomena.

  • Knowledge of pyrotechnic and/or ballistic phenomena.

  • Proficiency in one or more simulation tools: LS-DYNA, Abaqus, ANSYS, or equivalent.

  • Ability to analyze complex results and translate them into technical recommendations.

  • Knowledge of mechanical testing and simulation-to-test correlation.

Skills & Qualities

  • Hands-on engineer comfortable working with hardware and testing activities

  • Able to independently drive integration and qualification campaigns

  • Rigorous approach to safety, documentation, and regulatory compliance

  • Strong cross-functional communication and coordination skills

  • Entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to operate autonomously in a fast-growing company

  • High integrity and professionalism in handling sensitive defense technologies

Role context

This Pyrotechnic Engineer H/F role at Alta Ares sits in the engineering track within defense and autonomy. The position is tied to Paris, France and is posted within the last day, which signals active hiring intent rather than archived demand. Compensation is not disclosed in the source listing, so candidates should verify range details directly with the employer. Combined with the live company and role links on this page, this listing gives candidates a direct path to compare equivalent openings by employer, market, and role focus.

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