Senior Avionics System Engineer - Electrical Power System

The Exploration Company

Here at The Exploration Company, we are developing, producing, and operating Nyx, a modular and reusable space orbital vehicle that can eventually be refuelled in orbit and that can carry cargo - and potentially humans in the longer run. ABOUT THE ROLE We are developing the avionics system of a rocket engine powered by electric pumps. The team is responsible for the design, integration, testing, and qualification of the engine electronics and embedded software. We are looking for an Senior Electronics Hardware Test & Qualification Engineer to help structure, execute, and industrialize our electronics test activities. This role is intended for someone who is both rigorous in test definition and reporting, and hands-on in the lab. The objective is to help mature our electronics hardware from prototype bring-up to qualified and deliverable units by defining test strategies, preparing test campaigns, building test means, executing tests, analyzing results, and producing clear verification evidence. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES / TASKS We are looking for someone who enjoys the interface between engineering design and real hardware testing. The ideal candidate is rigorous enough to define proper test strategies and qualification evidence, but practical enough to build a test adapter, debug a signal on an oscilloscope, and improve a lab setup. This person should be comfortable working in a fast-moving development environment where hardware is still evolving, tests need to be structured, and technical issues must be solved pragmatically. The role requires both engineering discipline and hands-on ownership. * Define, structure, and maintain electronics test strategies for ECU, inverter electronics, and future control boards, from development testing to qualification and acceptance. * Translate requirements into test cases, procedures, acceptance criteria, and verification evidence, ensuring clear requirements-to-test traceability. * Prepare, organize, and execute electronics test campaigns, including board bring-up, functional testing, hardware/software integration, inverter testing, and power HIL. * Design, build, and maintain hands-on test means such as test boards, breakout boards, harnesses, adapters, loads, and instrumentation setups. * Analyze test results, write clear test reports, document deviations, and support qualification or delivery reviews. * Support hardware debugging and anomaly investigations using schematics, measurements, logs, and lab instrumentation. * Improve test bench robustness, repeatability, safety, configuration control, and automation. * Work closely with electronics, power electronics, embedded software, control, mechanical/thermal, supplier, and test teams to ensure avionics hardware is testable, integrated, and deliverable. WHAT WE WOULD LOVE TO SEE FROM YOU * Hands-on experience in electronics hardware testing, board bring-up, debugging, validation, or qualification. * Ability to read schematics, PCB documentation, datasheets, interface specifications, and requirements. * Experience preparing test plans, test procedures, acceptance criteria, and test reports. * Practical experience with lab equipment such as oscilloscopes, power supplies, electronic loads, DAQs, multimeters, logic analyzers, CAN tools, or power analyzers. * Ability to design or assemble simple test boards, harnesses, breakout boards, adapters, or custom lab setups. * Good understanding of embedded electronics interfaces such as CAN, Ethernet, SPI, I2C, UART, PWM, ADC/DAC, discrete I/O, and power interfaces. * Experience with test automation using Python, MATLAB, LabVIEW, or similar tools would be a strong plus. * Experience with aerospace, automotive, defense, rail, robotics, energy, or another safety-critical hardware environment would be highly appreciated. Why you should join us! What makes us special here at The Exploration Company and why we think you will enjoy working here is:   * We’re Agile - we make decisions fast whilst keeping our goals and systems in mind  * We’re Open and Collaborative - we are transparent about risks and obstacles, so that we can cooperate to overcome them   * We have a lot of Fun - we refuel our energy knowing we are democratising space. It’s a wonderful and rare opportunity, are YOU up for the challenge?   We'd love to hear from you if you wish to be a part of our journey. Please submit your CV now for immediate consideration and we will be in touch shortly.    The Exploration Company is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status or disability status. Relocation assistance is provided for those willing to relocate including visa sponsorship where applicable.   All offers are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check, which will be subject to the country, role, and project you applied for. By submitting your application, you acknowledge and agree that any offer of employment may be conditional upon successful condition of this check. The Exploration Company partners with Zinc Work Limited located in the UK (Zinc), a third-party provider, to ensure this process as efficient and transparent as possible. If applicable, you will receive an email from Zinc upon acceptance of your offer with a link to a secure portal where you can provide the required information to Zinc.

STARK

ABOUT US STARK is a new kind of defence technology company revolutionising the way autonomous systems are deployed across multiple domains. We design, develop, and manufacture high-performance unmanned systems that are software-defined, mass-scalable, and cost-effective — providing operators with a decisive edge in contested environments. We are focused on delivering deployable, high-performance systems — not future promises. In a time of rising threats, STARK is bolstering the technological edge of NATO Allies and their Partners to deter aggression and defend Europe, today. YOUR MISSION As a Senior Embedded Software Engineer you will play a key role in designing, developing, and optimizing software for real-time embedded systems in our platforms. You will work closely with cross-functional teams including hardware engineers, systems engineers, and flight software teams to deliver robust and secure embedded solutions.  You will design and develop low-level embedded firmware for safety-critical drone systems. You will own real-time firmware components running on STM32-based platforms, enabling reliable communication, control, and fault-handling capabilities in mission-critical environments. You will work close to the hardware, contributing to system integration, debugging, and safety-oriented embedded architecture in compliance-driven development environments. RESPONSIBILITIES * Develop embedded firmware in native C for STM32-based embedded systems * Design and implement real-time software for safety-critical drone and aerospace applications * Build low-level drivers, communication interfaces, bootloaders, and hardware abstraction layers * Implement robust fault detection, watchdog, redundancy, and failsafe mechanisms * Collaborate closely with hardware engineers to support board bring-up, validation, and system integration * Analyse and troubleshoot complex hardware-software interaction issues using oscilloscopes, debuggers, and logic analysers * Contribute to safety-critical development processes, verification activities, and technical documentation * Support architecture discussions and technical decision-making for embedded platform development * Ensure firmware reliability, maintainability, and deterministic real-time behaviour under demanding operating conditions QUALIFICATIONS * Bachelor's Master's degree (or equivalent) in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field.  * 5+ years of embedded firmware development experience * Strong native C programming skills in embedded or low-level environments * Hands-on experience with STM32 microcontrollers  * Experience developing real-time embedded systems using RTOS or bare-metal architectures * Ability to read schematics and collaborate effectively with hardware engineering teams * Strong debugging and hardware interaction skills using embedded development and measurement tools * Strong systematic and analytical thinking skills NICE TO HAVE * Experience with IEC 61508, ISO 26262, or DO-178C environments * German language skills for collaboration with customers and procurement stakeholders * SIL2, functional safety, or equivalent safety-critical software development experience * Exposure to drone, avionics, robotics, or autonomous systems development * Experience working within regulated or high-reliability industries such as defense, aerospace, automotive, railway, industrial automation, or medical devices

Vaeridion

YOUR MISSION As a Senior EMC, HIRF & Lightning Protection Engineer (all genders) you will help us design and develop the aircraft and its installed systems. As an all-electric aircraft, this may entail new and novel approaches to meeting the EMC, HIRF and Lightning protection goals, in some cases requiring an innovative approach to systems design. This will be a broad role covering design support, analysis, test and compliance finding. In this role, you will provide specialist support to all other engineering groups including systems and structures. YOUR DAY-TO-DAY * Proactively lead and execute technical tasks related to EMC, HIRF & Lightning protection for the Microliner development and certification, from capturing technical requirements to demonstrating compliance. * Contribute significantly to the definition, architecture, sizing, specification, and development of the overall electrical system with respect to meeting the EMC, HIRF and Lightning protection goals. * Support high and low voltage electrics and avionics safety analysis and conduct system engineering tasks. * Support the installation and integration of entire electrical/electronic systems on an aircraft level. * Develop mitigation strategies for system noise and coupling issues, including shielding, grounding, and filtering solutions. * Lead efforts to analyse and design system protection against high-intensity radiated fields (HIRF). * Coordinate HIRF immunity tests with external labs and certification bodies. * Develop strategies for direct and indirect lightning protection for airframe, electrical wiring, and electronic equipment. * Plan, execute, and document EMC, HIRF, and lightning tests in compliance with regulatory and customer requirements. * Diagnose and resolve electromagnetic interference issues observed during development or testing. YOUR PROFILE * Engineering degree in Aerospace Engineering or equivalent (Electrical/Electronics). * Minimum 8 years experience with HIRF, EMC and lightning protection (indirect effects). * Experience with the full development lifecycle from conceptual design through to certification (EASA/FAA Part 23 or 25). * Experience working in an EASA Part 21J Design Organization, or international equivalent. * Knowledge of systems & safety engineering principles for safety critical systems (SAE ARP 4754/4761). * Working experience with relevant industry standards, such as DO-160G, MIL-STD-461, ARP5414/ARP5415, and other applicable standards. * Working knowledge with direct effects of lightning protection and certification is a plus. * Experience with electric propulsion systems or high-voltage aerospace architectures is a plus. * Proficiency coordinating activities of engineers internally and in partner supplier companies. * Excellent verbal & written communication skills in English, other language would be a plus.  * Positive thinking, “Can do” attitude and working nature characterized by self-initiative, solution orientation, eagerness to learn, grow and apply new skills. * Passioned about aviation and electrification of aviation industry.  We recognize that women and other under-represented groups are often overlooked in our industry. If you’re excited about this role but don’t meet every listed qualification, we still encourage you to apply. Talent and potential can’t always be captured in a checklist. WHY US? * Be part of an ambitious team determined to shape the future of aviation. * We are an in-office company, but we value flexibility and trust employees to manage their schedules responsibly. This may include occasional remote work or adjusting hours to accommodate personal commitments. * Subsidized EGYM Wellpass membership: your (mental) health is important for us. * Enjoy a subsidized lunch with a 5€ company contribution per meal on office days. * Become a part of our success with virtual stock options. * Choose the option that suits your needs: either a free charging station for your electric car or a public transport job ticket as part of the Deutschlandticket. * Lease a high-quality bicycle or e-bike through our JobRad program and benefit from tax advantages. Whether for your daily commute or personal use, enjoy more mobility and sustainability. * Pension scheme to support your long-term financial security. * Work in one of our offices in Munich or Delft. Enjoy the modern Balan Campus in Munich or work inside the aerospace ecosystem at TU Delft. * Boost your professional as well as personal growth executing your own ideas and independent projects. * Join our internal social events and retreats (e.g. cooking, game nights, sports). COMPENSATION PRINCIPLES Our Compensation Philosophy: Compensation is determined based on objective and gender-neutral criteria, including relevant experience, qualifications and education, performance, level of responsibility, required skills and competencies, and the scarcity or uniqueness of expertise in the relevant field. VÆRIDION applies these criteria consistently to ensure fair and equitable compensation for employees performing the same work or work of equal value. Salary Range: 80.000 EUR - 100.000 EUR