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Avionics Engineer - Design (m/f/d) Verified today

Rocket Factory Augsburg · Augsburg, Germany · Electronics · first seen 2026-07-16
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About Rocket Factory Augsburg

At Rocket Factory Augsburg (RFA), we build small launch vehicles designed to deploy satellites into Low Earth Orbit (LEO) and beyond. Our mission is to create low-cost, flexible, and reliable access to space.

The Role

You will design and own the electronic systems that get our rocket on the pad and off it. This role spans the full hardware development lifecycle, from engine control units to power distribution to onboard cameras. You will collaborate across disciplines (software, mechanical, production) and see your designs integrated into real vehicles.

Your Responsibilities

  • Collaborate 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 including engine control units, power distribution systems, and data acquisition units.
  • Validate designs in the lab through bring-up, debug, integration, and supporting qualification testing.
  • Perform worst-case, derating, and signal integrity analyses 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 similar discipline.
  • 2 to 5+ years of experience designing, developing, or testing complex electronics in 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 and 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) and circuit simulation tools (LTspice, PSpice).
  • Disciplined approach to documentation, configuration control, and design reviews.
  • Thrive in an environment where autonomy, accountability, and high standards are expected.
  • Fluent oral and written English skills.

What We Offer

  • International and dynamic New Space start-up atmosphere.
  • Flexible working hours to fit your schedule.
  • 1 day per week home office for full-time employees.
  • EGYM Wellpass health benefits.
  • 30 days annual leave and special leave days.
  • Regular company and team events.
  • Free parking for car and bike.

Join RFA and work alongside 300+ colleagues from over 40 countries. Take ownership from day one and help build one of Europe's most efficient launch systems.