About the job
Helsing’s mission centers on building defence AI to protect democratic societies. The team combines technical expertise with a commitment to ethical standards, working to ensure that open societies can make sovereign decisions. Open discussion, transparency, and healthy debate are part of daily life at Helsing, where professionals from diverse backgrounds tackle the complexities of defence technology.
Role overview
The Senior Programme Manager - Air Defence shapes Helsing’s partnerships and customer programmes in the air defence sector. This position involves working closely with industry partners, procurement agencies, and Armed Forces to define and deliver business strategies and roadmaps for both current and future air defence initiatives. Independent project ownership and execution are key, as is the ability to identify collaboration opportunities in the defence sector.
The partnerships and programmes team brings together a range of expertise, influencing how customers and partners approach software and AI for defence, national security, and intelligence. Building strong relationships with leading experts and industry stakeholders is a central part of this work.
What you will do
- Develop and implement market strategy, vision, and roadmaps for air defence programmes.
- Anticipate trends and client needs to create new business opportunities in the defence sector.
- Take full ownership of complex defence programmes, managing them from concept through delivery.
Location
This role is based in Munich or Berlin.

