Permanent Position · Senior

Senior Electrical Engineer

A global leader in airspace defense technology is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer to lead the development of next-generation counter-UAS platforms. The role involves full ownership of electrical system and subsystem development from initial concept through to production. The successful candidate will focus on high-speed electrical system architecture, including PCB design for FPGAs and processors, RF sensor integration, and power systems. This position requires close collaboration with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative hardware solutions for critical infrastructure safety.

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Opportunity overview

Opportunity type
Permanent Position
Required seniority
Senior
Work location
Hybrid, Onsite
Location
Hesse, Germany
Start
ASAP
Duration
Permanent
Travel
—

Required role

Design EngineerSystem Engineer

Required platforms

Altium DesignerOrCADKiCad

Required skills

BOM ManagementPCB LayoutHigh-Speed Digital DesignRF DesignSignal IntegrityEMI/EMC MitigationPower ElectronicsSystem Integration

Required industry experience

Aerospace & DefenseRoboticsWireless Systems

Responsibilities

  • Lead electrical system and subsystem development from concept through production for defense platforms.
  • Define electrical architectures for RF sensors, power distribution, and control electronics.
  • Design and review schematics and perform PCB layout for mixed-signal and high-speed digital boards.
  • Manage the full high-speed PCB development lifecycle for FPGAs, processors, and DDR memory.
  • Develop and optimize power systems including battery management and DC/DC converters.
  • Perform hardware bring-up, debugging, and system integration using lab instrumentation.
  • Conduct signal integrity, power integrity, and EMI/EMC mitigation analysis for compliance.
  • Document and manage electrical design specifications, BOMs, and compliance evidence.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
  • Proven experience in electrical design for complex hardware in aerospace, defense, or robotics.
  • Proficiency in Altium Designer for high-performance schematic and layout work.
  • Hands-on experience with RF front-ends, antenna integration, and wireless protocols.
  • Expertise in power electronics design and thermal management for electronics.
  • Solid understanding of EMI/EMC mitigation and compliance standards like FCC and CE.
  • Experience with DFM/DFX practices and moving designs to production.
  • Familiarity with MIL-STD or ruggedization requirements for industrial hardware.