Technical Sales Engineer

Own the asset lifecycle. Prepare – test – and fly drone systems to guarantee seamless live field demonstrations.

As our Technical Operations & Systems Coordinator, you are the backbone of our field success. You own the full asset lifecycle – ensuring every demo system is configured, tested, and shipped flawlessly. Traveling to customer sites, you handle hands-on setup, system operations, and drone flying so demonstrations run without a hitch. You report to the Team Lead Tech Sales, working closely with sales engineers and support crews to enable commercial success.

What you'll do

• System preparation and configuration: Prepare and configure complex demo systems for field deployment. You handle hardware setup, software installations, and networking tasks. Complete comprehensive readiness checks before any kit leaves the office.

• Field event and demonstration support: Attend customer events and live demonstrations across various field sites. Manage on-site technical setup and oversee smooth system execution. Handle real-time operational troubleshooting during critical client interactions.

• Drone operation and testing: Operate advanced drone systems during scheduled field demonstrations. Conduct necessary field tests to verify performance parameters. Maintain high safety standards while flying systems in diverse environments.

• Asset lifecycle management: Own the full inventory tracking of our entire demo fleet. Coordinate regular maintenance and manage component readiness levels. Maintain detailed documentation and strict configuration control records.

• Service and support collaboration: Partner with the Service & Support Team for technical troubleshooting alignment. Transfer practical knowledge gathered from your field deployments. Integrate valuable user feedback directly into the engineering loop.

What you bring

• MBO4+ or HBO level education in Engineering, IT, Electronics, or Aviation.

• 3+ years of practical experience in technical operations or field engineering.

• Strong hands-on technical capability with complex hardware and software systems.

• Experience with Linux operating systems and networking tooling is a plus.

• Drone operation experience or a genuine willingness to obtain certification.

• Highly detail-oriented mindset with excellent execution discipline and structural reliability.

• Practical, solution-oriented working style focused on solving real problems.

• Strong teamwork and communication skills to collaborate across different teams.

• Willingness to travel frequently to customer locations and demonstration events.

N.B. Don't worry if you don't tick every box. Our mission is a journey, and there's plenty to learn along the way. If most of this fits, we'd love to hear from you.

Please note: a Certificate of Conduct (VOG) and a background check are part of our screening process. We appreciate your understanding.

What we offer

• Working for a Great Place to Work® certified company;

• Comprehensive pension plan;

• Commuting allowance;

• 30 days of paid holiday leave (with the possibility to buy 3 additional days);

• Opportunities to develop your skills even further through training and certifications;

• High quality laptop/desktop, monitor, headphones, and any other equipment necessary for your role;

• An international team of 30+ nationalities, full of high performance colleagues you can exchange experiences with and learn from;

• As well as having a lot of fun in our social events and Friday drinks!

Robin Radar is a technology leader in tracking and classifying small objects. Our radars and software help prevent bird strikes in aviation, reduce the impact of wind farms on wildlife, and protect critical infrastructure from drone threats. Our work shows up at airports, wind farms, military sites and nature reserves around the world.

We're one of the top 10 fastest-growing companies in the Netherlands, with a crew of bright minds across 30+ nationalities. Growth doesn't mean we lose the plot – eyes on the skies, feet on the ground. Our values keep us grounded: WE TRUST. WE OWN IT. WE AIM HIGH.

Want to work on next-level radar tech, solve real problems, and never have to pretend your job has meaning?

You'll fit right in – we're saving you a seat.