--- title: 'Logistics Manager H/F at Alta Ares' canonical: 'https://feeny.ai/job/logistics-manager-h-f-alta-ares-paris-jq0ba72knsyk' type: 'job' last_seen: '2026-09-08' --- # Logistics Manager H/F at Alta Ares - **Company:** Alta Ares - **Location:** Paris, France - **Employment:** full-time - **Work type:** onsite - **Posted:** 2026-08-04 - **Last confirmed live:** 2026-09-08 - **Apply:** https://jobs.ashbyhq.com/alta-ares/d57b4f91-b7ed-40e6-84f2-495f02ac35a9 ## Job description ## ABOUT ALTA ARES Alta Ares is an air defense Neoprime. We build AI-guided interceptors to counter drones and cruise missiles, along with the software platform that powers them. Our customers are NATO-aligned militaries and defense institutions, and our systems are regularly deployed during live exercises and operational demonstrations across Europe, the Middle East, and Asia. Founded in 2024, we have grown to 90 people, raised over $60M, and increased revenue 40× this year. We are now entering a new phase of international expansion, industrial scaling, fundraising, and product development. ## ROLE & MISSION As Logistics Manager, you will own the full logistics function at Alta Ares from internal stock management and equipment procurement to the operational deployment of systems in the field. You will be the person who ensures that the right equipment is in the right place at the right time, in perfect condition, fully compliant with applicable regulations whether that's a drone airframe being prepared for a DGA demonstration or a C-UAS system being shipped to a NATO exercise in Poland. This is a hands-on, field-connected role with broad scope. Alta Ares deploys in demanding environments across France and internationally, and ships dual-use equipment across jurisdictions where export control compliance is not optional. 1. Internal Logistics & Stock Management - Own Alta Ares' equipment inventory end-to-end: airframes, embedded systems, sensors, payloads, ground equipment, and spare parts - Design and maintain a rigorous asset tracking system every item referenced, located, and accounted for at all times - Manage procurement of logistics-related supplies: packaging, shipping materials, tools, and field equipment - Coordinate equipment maintenance schedules with Engineering: inspection cycles, component replacement, and airworthiness checks - Manage the Paris logistics space: organisation, cleanliness, access control, and safety compliance - Track equipment lifecycle: procurement, deployment history, maintenance records, and end-of-life decisions 1. Shipping, Customs & Export Compliance - Plan and execute all equipment shipments across Alta Ares' operational geographies primarily France and Europe, with occasional international shipments to Ukraine, UAE, US, and beyond - Manage customs clearance for all outbound and inbound shipments including dual-use and defence equipment requiring specific authorisations - Own export control compliance from a logistics standpoint: AECA / CIEEMG licences, ITAR end-user certificate requirements, and destination-country import regulations - Liaise with freight forwarders, customs brokers, and carriers negotiating rates and ensuring SLA-aligned delivery - Anticipate and resolve customs issues, delays, and documentation gaps proactively - Maintain a complete and audit-ready record of all shipments, export licenses, and end-user documentation 1. Operational Field Logistics - France & Europe - Own end-to-end logistics for field deployments, live demonstrations, and operational exercises primarily across French test sites and NATO facilities on French and European soil - Plan and execute equipment deployment logistics: packing, transport, site access coordination, and on-site setup - Be present on-site during major demonstrations and field campaigns managing equipment handling, setup, and safe return - Coordinate with DGA range officers, base logistics teams, and event organizers on access, safety, and equipment clearance - Manage on-site logistics under pressure: real-time problem-solving when equipment, transport, or access doesn't go to plan - Support occasional international deployments when required: UAE, Ukraine, UK, and NATO exercise locations - Debrief after each deployment and produce structured logistics reports: lessons learned, damage assessment, and process improvements 1. Supplier & Partner Management - Build and manage relationships with Alta Ares' logistics partners: freight forwarders, customs brokers, French carriers, and specialist defense logistics providers - Negotiate contracts and framework agreements with key logistics suppliers - Source and qualify new logistics providers for emerging operational geographies - Manage logistics budgets: cost tracking, invoice validation, and spend optimisation 1. Safety, Compliance & Documentation - Ensure all logistics operations comply with applicable French and international transport regulations for defense and dual-use equipment: IATA dangerous goods rules, ADR (transport routier), and military equipment shipping standards - Maintain safety procedures for the handling, storage, and transport of batteries, RF equipment, and pyrotechnic components - Ensure all logistics documentation is complete, accurate, and audit-ready at all times - Contribute to the development of logistics policies, standard operating procedures, and emergency protocols in line with French defense regulations ## CANDIDATE PROFILE ## Experience - 3–6 years of experience in logistics, supply chain, or operations with at least partial exposure to defense, aerospace, dual-use, or technically complex equipment - Proven hands-on experience managing shipments, customs clearance, and freight coordination within France and international markets. - Prior exposure to French export control regulations (AECA / CIEEMG) and DGA processes is a strong plus - Experience supporting field operations, live demonstrations, or equipment deployments at French test ranges or military sites is highly valued - Background in a French defense prime, neoprime, DGA, or defense-adjacent logistics provider is a significant advantage ## Skills & Qualities - Hands-on and field-oriented you are as comfortable at managing a deployment as in a warehouse running an inventory - Rigorous and meticulous: equipment goes missing, gets damaged, or gets stuck in customs when logistics is sloppy: you don't let that happen - Calm under pressure: field deployments go wrong; you solve problems on the fly without losing composure. - Proactive and anticipatory: you identify logistics risks weeks before they become operational problems - Strong negotiator: you get the best rates, the most reliable service, and the fastest customs clearance from your provider network - French fluency is mandatory: primary working language and essential for coordination with French military, DGA, and domestic suppliers - English proficiency is mandatory: international shipments, export documentation, and occasional international field missions require professional-level English - Comfortable with the security culture of a defense company: discretion, access control, and sensitive equipment handling are second nature ## About Alta Ares ## Company Overview - **One-liner**: Alta Ares builds an autonomous AI stack for next-generation air defense, ISTAR, and mission management, delivering counter-drone systems and edge intelligence to allied militaries. - **Entity Type**: Private (raised pre-seed and seed rounds; most recent €50M funding announced June 2026) - **Headquarters**: Paris, France (strategic offices in Toulouse, Kyiv, Abu Dhabi, New York, Athens, Munich, and London) - **Founded**: 2024 - **Founders**: Hadrien C. (CEO), Alain H. (Co-Founder), Stanislas W. (Co-Founder & COO) – per LinkedIn executive data ## Core Business - **Industry**: Defense and Space Manufacturing; AI-powered autonomous systems - **Target Customers**: Allied governments and armed forces (B2B/B2G) - **Mission**: “The next decade of allied security will be decided by who controls the autonomous systems above the battlefield. Alta Ares was founded to help ensure that the technologies shaping the future of defense are developed by allies, for allies, and fielded where they can make the greatest difference.” [altaares.com](https://www.altaares.com/) ## Products & Services - **Black Bird**: Short- to mid-range multirotor autonomous interceptor for counter-drone swarms, with AI terminal guidance under jamming. - **X-LOCK**: Mid- to long-range turbojet-powered fixed-wing effector for high-speed interception of drones and glide bombs; optional strike configuration. - **Cyclops**: Sensor intelligence, mission planning, and flight monitoring system for UAVs – connects radars, classifies tracks, predicts trajectories. - **Gamma ISTAR**: Real-time video intelligence on the edge for Intelligence Surveillance Target Acquisition and Reconnaissance (ISTAR) missions. Includes Gamma Core (software deployable on any infrastructure) and Gamma Box (tactical rugged hardware node). Integrated with Gamma Ulixes MLOps platform for continuous model retraining. - **Pixel Lock**: Software system for detecting, tracking, and guiding interceptors toward moving aerial targets. Acts as visual aid for pilots and as automatic guidance in GNSS-denied environments. - **Mission Management Layer**: Unified platform combining air defense effectors, ISTAR products, and mission management software for autonomous operations. [altaares.com](https://www.altaares.com/) ## Market Standing - **Valuation**: Not publicly disclosed - **Key Metric**: Total known funding ≈ €50M+ (includes a reported June 2026 round led by top-tier AI and defense investors) [altaares.com](https://www.altaares.com/); earlier pre-seed ($2.2M) and seed ($2.0M) rounds confirmed on LinkedIn [linkedin.com](https://www.linkedin.com/company/alta-ares) - **Notable Investors/Partners**: Airbus Defence and Space (signed MoU to co-develop European counter-drone solutions, June 2026); Expansion Ventures (led pre-seed). Other investors not yet named publicly. - **Growth Signals**: - Completed live Arctic trials of Black Bird interceptor with Estonian Defence Forces (Feb 2026) - Expanding to Munich and London in 2026 - Rapid hiring: 19+ active job postings (LinkedIn), 12 listed on Built In - LinkedIn followers: 11,265 (+15.8% monthly growth) - Team: ~43 employees (LinkedIn) to 62 (Built In), with strong technical talent from defense and aerospace (Armée de Terre, Safran AI, Loft Orbital) [builtin.com](https://builtin.com/company/alta-ares) | [linkedin.com](https://www.linkedin.com/company/alta-ares) ## Competitive Advantages - **Sovereign European stack**: Entire AI and hardware chain developed by European allies, ensuring security and compliance for NATO and allied customers. - **GNSS-denied operations**: All systems designed to function under jamming and contested environments. - **Rapid field deployment**: Systems can be deployed by small teams in the field, reducing logistics footprint. - **Full-stack integration**: One platform combining effectors, ISR, and mission management with edge AI and continuous MLOps. ## Strategic Focus - Scale manufacturing and deployment of Black Bird, X-LOCK, and Gamma products to meet growing demand from allied nations. - Deepen integration partnership with Airbus Defence and Space for European counter-drone solutions. - Expand international presence (Munich, London offices in 2026) and grow sales in Baltic, Indo-Pacific, and Middle Eastern markets. - Continue investment in AI terminal guidance, sensor fusion, and sovereign MLOps (Gamma Ulixes). ## Why Work Here - **Mission-driven**: Directly contribute to European and allied defense autonomy in a critical domain. - **Cutting-edge tech**: Work on AI, computer vision, autonomous flight, edge computing, and defense-grade hardware. - **Rapid growth**: Company raised €50M in 2026, tripling headcount timeline; many open engineering and operations roles. - **Culture**: Described as a “deeptech startup” with a hybrid workspace (combination of remote and on-site); main offices in Paris and Toulouse, plus international hubs. - **Perks**: Not detailed publicly, but typical for defense tech includes competitive compensation, equity, and mission-critical work. Engineering culture emphasized in job postings. - **Ideal for**: Engineers (embedded, robotics, GNC, data, ML), test pilots, production managers, defense sales, compliance, and talent acquisition specialists. ## Sources 1. [altaares.com](https://www.altaares.com/) 2. [builtin.com](https://builtin.com/company/alta-ares) 3. [linkedin.com](https://www.linkedin.com/company/alta-ares) 4. [jobs.workable.com](https://jobs.workable.com/company/dTjqj5nvsJLNhfSDY12XbG/jobs-at-alta-ares) 5. 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