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# Service Engineer (Radar Systems) at Robin Radar

- **Company:** Robin Radar
- **Location:** The Hague, Netherlands
- **Employment:** full-time
- **Work type:** onsite
- **Posted:** 2026-04-08
- **Last confirmed live:** 2026-09-09
- **Apply:** https://jobs.ashbyhq.com/robin-radar/eb12bbcb-699a-47d8-a326-e12b7b324cae/application

**Skills:** Radar systems, Electromechanics, System installation, Mechanical systems, Electrical systems, Software systems, Preventive maintenance, Troubleshooting, Root cause analysis, Dutch language proficiency, English language proficiency, Knowledge of radar systems

> The Service Engineer installs, configures, and maintains radar systems for customers worldwide. Responsibilities include preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and managing sub-contractors while ensuring high service quality and customer satisfaction.

## Job description

Deliver excellence worldwide - installing, maintaining, and ensuring customer success!

As a S&S Service Engineer, you will combine hands-on technical expertise with customer focus to provide comprehensive installation, maintenance, and support services for our radar systems. You will be responsible for installing and configuring systems at customer locations worldwide, performing preventive maintenance, troubleshooting issues, and ensuring our customers' operations run smoothly and safely. Your role will be essential in building strong customer relationships and maintaining the highest standards of service quality.

## RESPONSIBILITIES

- System Installation & Configuration – Install and configure radar systems for customers worldwide. Perform on-site testing and initial calibration to verify that installations meet technical specifications and operate properly. Collaborate with Project Management teams during the design and planning phase to advise on optimal radar installations at customer premises.
- Preventive Maintenance & Troubleshooting – Conduct scheduled preventive maintenance to avoid potential breakdowns and document all maintenance activities and service records. Address on-the-spot issues, diagnose malfunctions, analyze root causes of failures, and repair or replace faulty components, parts, or software as needed, working together with the Systems Team.
- Service Documentation & Reporting – Maintain detailed service reports, including diagnostics, repairs performed, and parts used. Provide valuable feedback to the engineering team based on field experiences to drive continuous improvement and product development.
- Sub-contractor Management & Compliance – Manage sub-contractors on location and ensure compliance with service contracts, warranties, and quality standards. Maintain professional relationships with customers, resellers, and external stakeholders across all locations and cultures.

## REQUIREMENTS

- BA or MBO degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field
- Dutch/EU national with excellent Dutch skills (C1+ level)
- Over 3-5 years of hands-on experience in electromechanics, system installation, maintenance, or repair roles with strong knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and software systems
- Valid driver's license (B category) – a must; preferably also trailer license (BE)
- Strong knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and software systems with excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting skills
- Structured and independent working style with attention to detail, creativity, and the ability to work effectively both independently on location and as part of a team
- Assertive and adaptable with a hands-on mindset and willingness to roll up your sleeves
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to effectively interact with customers, internal teams, and external stakeholders across different cultures and backgrounds
- Knowledge of radar systems is beneficial but not required
- Willingness to travel extensively (up to 55% business travel required)

N.B. All applicants, we realize that this is quite the list and people come with various levels of experience. Don't be afraid to apply even if you feel you don't meet every desired skill. Our mission is a journey and there's plenty to learn on the way!

But of course, you should identify with our core values: We trust, We own it & We aim high.

Also please be aware that we will request a Certificate of Conduct (VOG) and conduct a background check according to our screening policy. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation in this matter.

## WHAT'S IN FOR YOU

- Working for a Great Place to Work® https://www.greatplacetowork.nl/en/certification/certified/robin-radar-systemscertified 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, noise canceling 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 is a technology leader in tracking and classification of small objects. Our mission is to increase the safety of people and wildlife by preventing bird strikes in aviation, reducing the environmental impact of wind farms, and protecting humans and critical infrastructure against drones. We achieve this by combining purpose-built radars with unique software algorithms. This powerful combination allows us to provide actionable information that empowers users to prevent serious incidents.

We’re growing. Fast. In fact, we are one of the top 10 fastest‑growing companies in the Netherlands. But despite this growth, we stay true to our core values of trust, ownership and aiming high. At Robin, you don’t join just a team. You join a collective of bright minds driven by the belief that ‘doing things better’ is a continuous challenge.

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.

## About Robin Radar

## Company Overview
- **One-liner**: Robin Radar Systems provides advanced 3D bird and drone detection radar systems for aviation, defense, security, and wind energy markets.
- **Entity Type**: Private (acquired by Parcom in October 2024)
- **Headquarters**: The Hague, Netherlands
- **Founded**: 2010
- **Founders**: Not publicly available (company was established in 2010; specific founders not listed in available sources)

## Core Business
- Primary industry/industries: Defense and Space Manufacturing, Security, Aviation, Renewable Energy (wind farms)
- Target customers: Civil and military aviation authorities, wind farm operators, government infrastructure agencies, defense and security organizations (B2B, enterprise, government)
- Mission or purpose: "Provide actionable information that increases safety, for humans and wildlife alike" – safer skies for people and wildlife.

## Products & Services
- **[IRIS®]**: Drone detection radar system. 360° azimuth coverage, 3D tracking, classification using micro-Doppler and deep neural networks (DNN). 29 kg, API for integration, on-the-move capable, tested against military environmental standards.
- **[MAX®]**: 3D bird detection radar. 360° coverage, 1-second scan speed, bird size classification, strategic data analysis with Report Viewer. Used for bird strike prevention at airfields and bird monitoring at wind farms.
- **[ELVIRA®]**: Likely another radar system (mentioned in LinkedIn profile but not detailed on main site; possibly a variant for specific use cases).

## Market Standing
- **Valuation/Market Cap**: Not disclosed (acquired by Parcom in 2024; terms not public)
- **Key Metric**: Annual Revenue: $32.0M (estimated, LinkedIn data); Total Funding: 4 rounds (Corporate Round 2010, Series A 2011 led by Inkef and Mainport Innovation Fund, Venture Round 2012, Private Equity Round 2024 from Parcom)
- **Notable Investors/Partners**: Inkef, Mainport Innovation Fund, Parcom (acquiring entity)
- **Growth Signals**: Headcount grew 53.1% YoY (176 employees, +78 people); 23 active job postings (+35.3% YoY); operates in 6 countries (Netherlands, US, Sweden, Singapore, France, Belgium); 35+ patents registered; 40 years of radar heritage (company heritage claims 40 years of radar science, though founded in 2010).

## Competitive Advantages
- Specialized in small object detection (birds, bats, drones) with 360° 3D coverage – most radars provide only 2D or directional coverage.
- Proprietary deep neural network classification (DNN) combined with micro-Doppler for high accuracy.
- 35+ registered patents protecting core technology.
- 40 years of cumulative radar engineering heritage (team expertise).
- Seamless integration via API, deployable in minutes, on-the-move capability for military use.
- Certified "Great Place to Work Netherlands" with 88% employee satisfaction.

## Strategic Focus
- Continue scaling in defense, security, and wind energy markets globally.
- Expand team across all departments (Commercial, Innovation & Development, Operations, Enablement) to support growth.
- Strengthen AI/ML capabilities in radar classification.
- Maintain leadership in bird and drone detection radar as threats (drones) and environmental regulations (wind farm bird monitoring) increase.

## Why Work Here
- **Culture**: "Great Place to Work" certified; 88% of employees say they genuinely value working here. Culture described as fair, inclusive, with approachable leadership and real follow-up on employee feedback (bi-weekly pulse checks).
- **Flexibility**: Hybrid model (most roles based in The Hague); core hours 10:00-15:00; flexible scheduling; €700 budget to set up home office.
- **Benefits**: 30 paid days off, pension plan, relocation support (case-by-case), visa sponsorship (case-by-case), Robin Minds Learning Programme, regular team gatherings and drinks.
- **Team**: 200+ employees from 35+ nationalities; English is working language; international environment.
- **Growth**: Not a rigid promotion timeline; opportunities arise as company evolves; compensation structured using Korn Ferry methodology with annual market benchmarking. EU pay transparency ranges coming soon.
- **Work style**: Emphasis on depth of expertise, real impact, and collaborative problem-solving. "Come for the tech, stay for the team."

## Sources
1. [robinradar.com](https://www.robinradar.com/) – Company overview, products, markets, heritage
2. [careers.robinradar.com](https://careers.robinradar.com/working-with-us) – Culture, benefits, FAQs, Great Place to Work details
3. [linkedin.com](https://nl.linkedin.com/company/robin-radar-systems-b-v-) – Employee count, revenue, funding, acquisitions, headcount growth, job postings
4. [careers.robinradar.com](https://careers.robinradar.com/) – Careers landing page, teams, benefits

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