Senior Avionics Systems Engineer (m/f/d) - SL1 Verified today
The Role
You will be the responsible engineer for onboard avionics supporting the development of the SL1 orbital-class launcher system. This is a hands-on leadership position where you drive technical decisions and own outcomes across the avionics architecture.
Key Responsibilities
- Own the role of responsible engineer for onboard avionics supporting the development of the orbital-class launcher system - SL1
- Lead detailed avionics system design, including definition of interfaces between avionics, ground systems, and other vehicle subsystems, as well as internal avionics and ground-segment interfaces
- Serve as the primary technical interface between project management, systems engineering, avionics, and ground support teams
- Define and manage system budgets, maintain and communicate development schedules, and resource forecasts for avionic systems and related activities
What We're Looking For
Required:
- Master's degree in Aerospace, Electrical Engineering, or comparable discipline; degrees in related fields will also be considered
- 5+ years of experience in a relevant engineering role, with demonstrated strength in the design, integration, or testing of electronic systems and/or components
- Previous exposure to technical or team leadership tasks
- Strong curiosity and continuous-learning mindset, with a willingness to challenge existing solutions and explore new technical approaches; genuine interest in electronics for space, aerospace, or other high-reliability systems
Desired Experience:
- Experience with requirements management and V&V processes
- Demonstrated ability of contribution to buy-or-make decisions for electronic hardware and software
- Hands-on experience in embedded systems via hardware and/or software
- Working experience with Altium, KiCAD or other comparable ECAD software
- Hands-on experience with sizing, installation and troubleshooting of various electronic components
- Previous experience cooperating across disciplines of propulsion, fluids, recovery and systems engineering when working on large scale aerospace/space or automotive projects
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Benefits (Germany)
- €50 monthly Spendit Card
- Christmas bonus
- Job bike leasing
- €60 gift for special occasions (birthday, wedding, birth of a child)
- Regular team events
- 30 days of vacation
- Flexible working hours
- 1 day of remote work per week
- Free coffee, tea and water
- Personal development opportunities through trainings, coaching and language courses
- Buddy program with structured onboarding and welcome package
- Hands-on involvement across end-to-end development processes in a fast-growing New Space startup
Location
Neuenstadt in the Heilbronn region of Baden-Württemberg, Germany. The location offers a combination of rural charm and urban quality of life with excellent traffic connections.