Systems Engineer for the Combat & Self Protection team, Søborg

Terma is facing an exciting future with considerable growth and demanding changes, as we deliver advanced technologies and mission critical solutions for the defense and aerospace industry. Our systems provide security for people on land, at sea and in the air. In space, we are engaged in reaching new frontiers and enabling people on our planet to deal with new and upcoming challenges.
Therefore, we are currently looking for a Systems Engineer to become part of this journey and contribute to our overall purpose – securing people through advanced technology.

Team and Role

• Are you excited about embracing customer needs and diving into domain knowledge for advanced naval (and flight) self-protection systems?
• Do you enjoy working closely with a talented team to develop, oversee, implement, and validate innovative technical solutions together?
• And do you want to be part of a mission-driven organization that develops software to make the world a safer place?

If so, this position could be your perfect fit!

As a Systems Engineer in the C-Guard team within Combat & Self Protection (C&SP) in Multi Domain Systems (MDS), you will help understand customer needs and implement solutions. We work in agile project teams within our R&D MDS organization, which has nearly 200 technical experts focused on delivering high-quality products.

Your role will involve planning, scheduling, and allocating resources. You’ll oversee product functionality and project aspects to ensure successful delivery and acting as a key stakeholder in the development process. You´ll also foster a collaborative and productive environment and contribute to continuous improvement efforts by integrating technological advancements into our systems.

Mini FAQ

• Q: “I have heard that R&D in Terma has a fast-track program for software developers called ‘JEDI’ – but what about systems engineers?”
• A: “Great question! We are creating a new specialized track for applicable Systems Engineers.”

Key Responsibilities
Your main responsibilities will cover:

• Understand customer needs and translate them into effective solutions.
• Work within an agile project team to plan, schedule, and allocate resources.
• Oversee product functionality and various project aspects to ensure timely and successful delivery.
• Act as a key stakeholder in the development process, ensuring alignment with project goals.
• Foster a collaborative and productive team environment, supporting team members and nurturing growth.
• Drive continuous improvement efforts, integrating technological advancements to enhance systems.
• Maintain a strong commitment to delivering high-quality, top-tier solutions in line with the company’s standards.

Qualifications
To thrive in this role, we are looking for a candidate who brings a mix of technical expertise and strong interpersonal skills. You should have experience working with software teams and a solid understanding of the software development lifecycle. Additionally, knowledge of agile development methods and a deep appreciation for CI/CD principles will be crucial for success.

Your background should include:

• A relevant education in engineering, software, electronics, or physics.
• Experience as a systems engineer or in software product development.
• Proficiency in English, both written and spoken (Danish is a plus).

We also value personal qualities such as:

• Enthusiasm and resilience.
• Initiative and the ability to navigate complex, specialized environments.
• A collaborative mindset, with a genuine enjoyment of teamwork, humor, and cooperation.

In this role, it’s important to be structured and articulate, ensuring effective communication and engagement with both teammates and stakeholders.

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Benefits at Terma
At Terma, we prioritize the well-being of our employees, ensuring they are well taken care of. Joining our team comes with a multitude of perks designed to enhance your social life, cultural experiences, and health.
Development Opportunities: Benefit from a personalized development plan, access to our e-learning program, and specific career courses.
International Environment: Explore career opportunities with colleagues around the world.
Flexible Working Hours: Enjoy the opportunity to work flexible and the option to work from home up to two days per week. Internet connection at home is paid by Terma.
Comprehensive Benefits Package: Receive a 10% paid pension along with a beneficial health care and insurance package. Enjoy discounts from various business partners.
Well-being Perks: Opportunity to enroll in our on-site massage-offer
Social and Professional Events: Participate in various events including sports and talks, and join our book club, bicycle club, student network, wine club, motorcycle club, and more.
Competence networking across professional experts in Terma: Professional presentations and knowledge sharing across the organization
Convenient Locations: You can work from any of our locations in Lystrup, Søborg or Grenaa, if your tasks permit

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We encourage all individuals to apply for our job openings, as we are dedicated to fostering a diverse, equitable, inclusive, and welcoming workplace. Our commitment to these DEIB principles means we value and celebrate the unique backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences of each team member. We strive to ensure that every employee has equal opportunities to succeed, feels respected and valued, and experiences a strong sense of belonging within our organization.
We encourage you to leave out photo, age, and name.

We do not expect you to write an application, but please send us a motivated resume. To ensure that your application will reach us and is properly processed, we only accept applications via www.terma.com.
Applications will be processed continuously.

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Any unanswered questions?
Feel free to contact Hiring Manager on this e-mail: [email protected] in case of any further questions regarding this position.
Bear in mind that candidates for this position must be able to obtain a security clearance by the Danish Defense Intelligence Service. This entails that candidates, as a minimum, have stayed within NATO/EU for the last 7 years only interrupted by short stays abroad.
The Denmark based high-tech Terma Group develops products and systems for defense and non-defense security applications, including command and control systems, radar systems, self-protection systems for aircraft, space technology, and aerostructures for the aircraft industry. TERMA | Allies in innovation

The high-tech and innovative Terma Group develops products and systems for defense, non-defense and security applications, including command and control systems, radar systems, self-protection systems for aircraft and vessels, space technology, and aerostructures for the aircraft industry.

Headquartered in Aarhus, Denmark, Terma has subsidiaries and operations across Europe, in the Middle East, in Asia Pacific as well as a wholly-owned U.S. subsidiary, Terma Inc., with offices in Washington D.C., Georgia and Texas.

Application deadline:
Ongoing