Senior Hardware Electronics Engineer (M/F)

📜 Context

As part of the development of next-generation satellite communication solutions for the aerospace and aviation industries, we are looking for a Senior Hardware Electronics Engineer to join an international R&D team.

In this role, you will contribute to the design and development of complex embedded electronic hardware used in cutting-edge communication systems. You will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including Systems, FPGA, RF, Mechanical, Thermal, and Manufacturing Engineers to deliver innovative, high-reliability products that meet demanding industry standards.

Tasks

📜 Context

As part of the development of next-generation satellite communication solutions for the aerospace and aviation industries, we are looking for a Senior Hardware Electronics Engineer to join an international R&D team.

In this role, you will contribute to the design and development of complex embedded electronic hardware used in cutting-edge communication systems. You will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including Systems, FPGA, RF, Mechanical, Thermal, and Manufacturing Engineers to deliver innovative, high-reliability products that meet demanding industry standards.

🎯 Responsibilities

🔹 Hardware Design

Define the hardware architecture of complex electronic boards. *
Design analog and digital schematics. *
Select electronic components based on system requirements. *
Define PCB stack-ups and routing constraints. *
Supervise PCB layout activities in collaboration with layout engineers.

🔹 Validation & Qualification

Perform hardware bring-up and board validation. *
Troubleshoot hardware issues and conduct Root Cause Analysis. *
Participate in qualification and verification campaigns. *
Ensure successful product validation prior to production release.

🔹 Manufacturing Support

Work closely with suppliers and manufacturing teams. *
Apply Design for Manufacturing (DFM) best practices. *
Support products throughout the manufacturing and industrialization phases.

🔹 Cross-functional Collaboration

Collaborate closely with:

Systems Engineering *
FPGA Engineering *
RF Engineering *
Mechanical Engineering *
Thermal Engineering *
Manufacturing teams

Participate in technical reviews and engineering decision-making. *
Share technical expertise and contribute to continuous product improvement.

Requirements

💼 Your Profile

Master's degree or Engineering degree in Electronics or a related field. *
Minimum 8 years of experience in hardware electronics design. *
Proven experience owning the complete development of complex electronic boards. *
Strong background in analog and digital electronics. *
Excellent knowledge of Altium Designer. *
Experience defining PCB stack-ups and routing rules. *
Solid experience in hardware validation, debugging, and Root Cause Analysis. *
Knowledge of switching power supplies (Buck, Flyback, LLC, etc.). *
Experience working with FPGA-based hardware integration (HDL development not required). *
Understanding of EMI/EMC constraints. *
Experience in Aerospace, Space, Defense, or other highly regulated industries is a strong advantage. *
RF experience is considered a plus but is not mandatory.

🤝 Soft Skills

Strong sense of ownership and accountability. *
Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities. *
Strong communication and interpersonal skills. *
Ability to work effectively in multidisciplinary teams. *
Technical curiosity and continuous learning mindset. *
Confidence to challenge technical decisions constructively.

Benefits

🏆 Position Details

📍 Location: Lausanne, Switzerland *
🕒 Employment Type: Full-time (100%) *
📅 Start Date: Flexible *
🏠 Hybrid working options available

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