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Sphere Defense

European counter-UAS interceptor developer

Technical Recruiter

Full-Time
No salary listed
Mid
Bachelor's
Brussels, Belgium
HybridOnsite in Brussels or hybrid work is available.
People & HRTechnical Recruiting

About the job

Requirements
  • A Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Humanities, or equivalent is required.
  • Demonstrated experience recruiting for technical organizations is required.
  • Experience using applicant tracking systems such as Greenhouse, Ashby, or similar systems is required.
  • Experience conducting outreach with sourcing tools such as LinkedIn Recruiter is required.
  • Excellent spoken and written English is required.
  • Strong empathy and the ability to communicate effectively with candidates during the interview process are required.
  • High precision and rigor are required to ensure recruiting activities are carried out on time.
Responsibilities
  • Develop strategies to recruit top talent for engineering and technical disciplines, including artificial intelligence, software, mechanical engineering, and aerodynamics.
  • Serve as the single point of contact for candidates, organize interviews with the team, and handle candidate questions with attentive service.
  • Represent the company to candidates and serve as their first point of contact during screening calls.
  • Support candidates throughout the interview process, ensuring a positive experience and timely responses.
  • Source candidates using tools such as LinkedIn Recruiter.
  • Work with external recruiting agencies and partners and coordinate their activities.
Desired Qualifications
  • Dutch or French language ability is a plus.

About the company

Sphere Defense develops autonomous counter-UAS systems to defend airspace from drones. Its flagship product is a jet-powered interceptor guided by AI, designed for mass production with a European-made supply chain using local components. The system can autonomously detect, track, and neutralize hostile drones to protect critical infrastructure and security interests. The company emphasizes European sovereignty, opting for a jet engine over electric motors, and aims to scale production in Europe to reduce dependence on foreign supply chains.

Company Size

11-50

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

City of Brussels, Belgium

Founded

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Ukraine's drone war keeps European militaries buying counter-UAS systems in 2026.
  • Axon's February 2026 minority investment gives Sphere Defense capital and defense-industry credibility.
  • Brussels recruiting in April 2026 shows aggressive team-building toward prototype and production readiness.

What critics are saying

  • Sphere Defense remains pre-revenue in September 2026, with no disclosed orders or fielded contracts.
  • Brussels hiring ads in April 2026 signal dependence on rapid technical execution before customer validation.
  • Diehl, AirShields, and other C-UAS rivals compress margins and can outspend Sphere Defense.

What makes Sphere Defense unique

  • Sphere Defense launched in Brussels in February 2026 with former Sky-Hero executives.
  • It builds jet-powered, AI-guided interceptor drones using European manufacturing and components.
  • BEDEX 2026 showcased a man-portable launch base for sovereign counter-UAS deployments.

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Benefits

  • Health Insurance
  • Meal Benefits
  • Mobility Budget
  • Stock Options
  • Paid Holidays