Head of HR (m/w/d) – Strategic Human Resources & Talent Management

Your mission

1. Develop and implement a strategic HR roadmap to support company growth in the defense and UAV technology sector
2. Lead recruitment, employer branding, and talent acquisition for key roles in engineering, AI, and defense operations
3. Ensure compliance with labor laws, ITAR/EAR regulations, and defense industry workforce policies
4. Oversee HR operations, payroll, benefits, and performance management systems
5. Drive leadership development, training programs, and organizational culture initiatives
6. Act as a trusted advisor to leadership teams, aligning HR strategies with business goals
7. Foster diversity, inclusion, and employee well-being in a high-security, innovation-driven environment

Your profile

1. 7+ years experience in HR leadership, talent management, or organizational development
2. Strong expertise in labor law, compliance, and HR best practices
3. Experience in defense, aerospace, or high-tech industries preferred
4. Proficiency in HRIS systems, workforce planning, and leadership coaching
5. Excellent skills in change management, conflict resolution, and employee relations

Nice to have

1. Background in recruiting for technical and security-cleared roles in the defense industry
2. Knowledge of export control compliance (ITAR, EAR) and security-clearance requirements
3. Experience in mergers & acquisitions (M&A) and scaling HR structures in hyper-growth environments

Why us?

Join us to shape the future of AI-driven defense!

Do you feel that you fit the description, but don't think you fulfill all the criteria 100%? Apply to us anyway.

We look forward to receiving your detailed application via our online form.

The world is changing. Exponential technologies are enabling new types of security threats. We are committed to staying ahead by building nimble, scalable, and cost-effective defenses. We are looking for passionate developers who are eager to create exceptional products, safeguard our freedom, and strengthen the resilience of democracies.

About Us

We are a defense-tech start-up specializing in machine vision solutions. If you have a passion for cutting-edge innovation, and drive to use your skills to create next generation solutions, this is an opportunity for you!

What We Do: We are developing solutions that enable computers and sensors to collaborate as teams, working together to address emerging security challenges. Our primary mission is to defend against AI-powered asymmetric threats at scale, such as drone swarms and other UXVs.

Who We Are: Based in Munich, Berlin, and Bochum we are rapidly expanding across Europe with plans to open more office hubs soon. We embrace a hybrid work culture—valuing the collaboration that happens in the office, while also empowering our team members to work remotely with responsibility and autonomy.