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Avionics Engineer - Design (m/f/d)

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## Your Tasks

  • Collaborate closely with system engineering to define and refine avionics hardware requirements.
  • Drive technical discussions with software, mechanical, and production teams to ensure seamless system

integrations

  • Own the full hardware development lifecycle: component selection, schematic capture, PCB layout, bring-up,

test, and verification.

  • Design and develop mixed-signal electronics for ground test and flight hardware including: Engine Control Units,

Power Distribution Systems, Data acquisition units, etc.

  • Validate designs in the lab through bring-up, debug, integration, and supporting qualification testing.
  • Perform analyses (worst-case, derating, signal integrity) to ensure reliability in extreme environments.
  • Contribute to system integration efforts, ensuring seamless hardware-software and inter-component interaction.
  • Take technical and operational ownership of your avionics product from concept to flight.

## Your Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s or Master’s in Electrical/Electronics Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a similar discipline.
  • Desire to work hands-on both independently and within a team, and motivation to participate in NEW Space
  • Relevant (2 – 5+) years of experience designing, developing, or testing complex electronics (aerospace,

automotive, or other high-reliability industries).

  • Hands-on experience in mixed-signal design, signal integrity concepts, and PCB Layout best practices.
  • Familiarity with microcontrollers, FPGAs, and their supporting ecosystems.
  • Experience with communication protocols such as CAN, Ethernet, SPI and RS422 is an advantage.
  • Proficiency with schematic capture and PCB layout tools (Altium preferred).
  • Hands-on experience with lab equipment (oscilloscopes, Power supplies, etc.) and circuit simulation tools

(LTspice, PSpice, etc.).

  • A disciplined approach to documentation, configuration control, and design reviews.
  • You thrive in an environment where autonomy, accountability, and high standards are expected.
  • Fluent oral and written English skills (all day-to-day activities are performed in English)

## We offer

  • Atmosphere: Experience life in an international & dynamic New Space start-up
  • Flexibility: Fit your working schedule to your needs with flexible working hours
  • Home Office: Full-time employees benefit from 1 day per week home office
  • Health: Sweat, stretch or squat it out with EGYM Wellpass
  • Paid Time Off: 30 days annual leave and special leave days
  • RFA Family: Join regular company and team events
  • Parking: Free parking for car and bike

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