Senior Hardware Engineer (Aerospace)

TL;DR

Senior Hardware Engineer (Aerospace/Electronics): Architecting and designing advanced electronics for high-performance unmanned systems with an accent on complex multilayer PCB design and cross-functional integration. Focus on translating system requirements into production-ready hardware for aerospace and defense platforms.

Location: Munich (Onsite)

Company

A defence technology company revolutionising the deployment of autonomous, software-defined unmanned systems for NATO Allies and Partners.

What you will do

• Architect and design advanced electronics by translating complex system requirements into high-performance hardware solutions.
• Design complex multilayer PCBs using Altium Designer for drones and aerospace platforms.
• Collaborate with mechanical, embedded software, and system teams for cross-functional integration.
• Lead the hardware lifecycle from initial concept through design verification to mass production.
• Conduct design verification, support internal prototyping, and participate in system-level test campaigns.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics, Mechatronics, or Aerospace Engineering.
• 5-10 years of experience in hardware/electronic design.
• Expertise in multilayer PCB, high-speed digital, and mixed-signal design.
• Advanced proficiency in Altium Designer.
• Strong debugging and verification skills using laboratory equipment.
• Experience in aerospace, defense, robotics, or other safety-critical industries.

Nice to have

• Experience with Safety Integrity Levels (DIN EN 61508, ISO 26262, IEC 61508).
• Experience in designing for EMI/EMC compliance at PCB and system levels.
• German language skills for procurement and customer collaboration.

Culture & Benefits

• Enthusiastic and high-energy R&D-driven environment.
• Opportunity to work on cutting-edge defence technology for NATO Allies.
• Role as a primary module owner with ownership of the hardware lifecycle.
• Focus on delivering deployable, high-performance systems.