Avionics Hardware Design Engineer (m/f/d) - IT, Entwicklung

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