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Cyber Security System Engineer - Mission Assurance (m/f/d)

ARX Robotics

ARX Robotics

Munich, Germany
Posted on Dec 16, 2025
The Role

We are seeking a highly experienced Cyber Security System Engineer (m/f/d) to join our Safety & Mission Assurance team. In this role, you will design and implement robust security concepts that seamlessly integrate with our RAMS-driven system frameworks. You will work closely with Systems, Software, Hardware, and Safety Engineering teams to ensure that cyber protection, functional safety, and system performance are aligned and mutually reinforcing.

To join our team, you should be excited to:

  • Define and maintain the Cyber Security Architecture for ARX UGV systems.
  • Conduct Threat and Risk Analyses (TARA) according to IEC 62443, ISO/SAE 21434, and relevant defense standards, including NATO STANAG 4774/4778, NATO FMN Cybersecurity Profiles, AEP-4754, MIL-STD-461, and DEF STAN frameworks.
  • Collaborate closely with the Security department, connecting product-level OT/IT processes with information, physical, and IT security domains under the NATO Security Policy Framework.
  • Define security requirements, traceability, and verification methods within the system V-model.
  • Support secure-by-design development and evaluate hardware/software interfaces for vulnerabilities.
  • Work with the Safety & Mission Assurance function to ensure coherent treatment of system risks (Safety + Security = Integrated Assurance).
  • Prepare and maintain compliance documentation for dual-use and military accreditation (e.g., EU Machinery Regulation 2023/1230, Cyber Resilience Act (CRA), NIS-2 Directive, NATO AEP-4754, MIL-STD-882E).
  • Coordinate penetration testing, supplier assessments, and validation activities.
  • Contribute to the development of internal cybersecurity standards, processes, and governance.
Your Profile
  • 5+ years of experience in embedded or system-level cybersecurity, ideally within defense, robotics, automotive, or aerospace.
  • Solid understanding of IEC 62443, ISO/SAE 21434, and general information security management (ISO 27001).
  • Experience in risk analysis, requirements engineering, and system design.
  • Hands-on mindset with the ability to translate standards into pragmatic engineering solutions.
  • Strong communication skills and a collaborative, systems-thinking approach.
  • Degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering, or a related field.
Benefits and Perks
  • Competitive salary and benefits package
  • A shaping role in an emerging dual use company
  • Opportunity to work with a highly innovative, international, and dynamic team
  • Room for professional growth and development
  • Participation in the company's success, with access to regular events, knowledge exchange and meetups
About us
ARX is a dual-use technology company that specializes in developing autonomous unmanned systems and sensors for the European defence sector. Our dual-use unmanned ground systems and sensors assist NATO Armies and civilian first responders in tackling their most challenging problems by providing them with training and information to make better decisions and take effective actions in life-or-death situations.

As our team continues to expand rapidly, we are seeking motivated candidates who are excited to work in a highly energetic, creative, and innovative team dedicated to developing autonomous systems for challenging environments. We operate in a dynamic sector where collaboration, sharing innovative ideas, and developing novel problem-solving strategies are ingrained in our work culture.

If you are passionate about overcoming challenges that have areal impact on the security of our democracies, apply here to join ARX and help shape the future of dual-use technology!


In addition to a competitive salary package, we offer the opportunity to participate in the company's success. ARX is an equal-opportunity employer, and we encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.