Senior Hardware Architect (m/f/d), Vienna

Terma Group; Wien; Presencial; EUR 45.000 - 54.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Flexible hours with remote up to 40%

On-site restaurant and wellness perks

Excellent multicultural team

Descripción de la vacante

Terma Group in Vienna is seeking a Senior Power Electronics Hardware Engineer to define power test system architectures within the EGSE domain and drive engineering proposals through design, bring-up, and validation stages.

You will join a dynamic, globally oriented team, applying deep power electronics knowledge, FPGA/DSP experience, and hands-on lab skills while communicating fluently in English. Austrian work authorization is required; German is a plus.

Formación

• Completed studies in computer engineering, electronics, software development, or a similar technical discipline.
• At least 7 years of experience as a hardware engineer, including around 5 years within the power electronics industry.
• Solid understanding of power test system architectures, circuit design and simulation, EMC best practices, and hardware troubleshooting.
• Experience with FPGA and DSP development and use of lab equipment like oscilloscopes, power supplies, and soldering stations.

Responsabilidades

• Define and maintain overall solution architectures for power test systems within the EGSE power domain.
• Develop technical proposals and recommend power solutions based on customer requirements and system objectives.
• Create and maintain technical documentation, including high-level and low-level designs, test plans, and customer deliverables.
• Support hardware analysis, circuit implementation, design bring-up, integration activities, and system validation testing.
• Perform root cause analysis of hardware issues, identify workarounds, and propose robust solutions for design faults.

Conocimientos

Power electronics

FPGA development

DSP development

EMC practices

Hardware troubleshooting

Educación

Bachelor's degree in electronics / computer engineering or similar

Herramientas

Oscilloscopes

Power supplies

Soldering stations

Descripción del empleo

Would you like to play a meaningful role in developing power solutions for space applications that make a difference in the aerospace industry? In this role, you will shape power system architectures, solve complex technical challenges, and support the delivery of mission-critical solutions for satellite manufacturers. Come and join us!

We are facing an exciting future with considerable growth and demanding changes. We continue to evolve our advanced technologies and mission-critical solutions for the defense and aerospace industry to deliver real-world solutions that matter to the security of people on land, at sea and in the air. Therefore, we are looking for a Senior Hardware Architect to become part of this journey and contribute to our overall purpose – securing people through advanced technology.

Your role as part of the team

As our new Senior Power Electronics Hardware Engineer, you will play a key role in defining and delivering power solutions within the EGSE power domain. You will contribute across the full development lifecycle, from solution architecture and technical proposals to system integration, validation, and customer documentation.

In our team we take pride in developing people and technology. You will join a highly dynamic team supporting innovative products within the space industry. Together, we design, configure, assemble, integrate, test, and deliver advanced solutions for satellite manufacturers worldwide. The team values collaboration, knowledge sharing, and continuous learning, creating an environment where diverse perspectives are encouraged and everyone can contribute.

Technical skills matter, but your mindset matters even more. If you are curious, analytical, collaborative, and enjoy solving complex technical challenges while working in a structured way, you could be a great addition to our team.

How you will make a meaningful contribution

• Define and maintain overall solution architectures for power test systems within the EGSE power domain
• Develop technical proposals and recommend power solutions based on customer requirements and system objectives
• Create and maintain technical documentation, including high-level and low-level designs, test plans, and customer deliverables
• Support hardware analysis, circuit implementation, design bring-up, integration activities, and system validation testing
• Perform root cause analysis of hardware issues, identify workarounds, and propose robust solutions for design faults.

Bring your expertise into play

• Completed studies in computer engineering, electronics, software development, or a similar technical discipline
• At least 7 years of experience as a hardware engineer, including around 5 years within the power electronics industry
• Solid understanding of power test system architectures, circuit design and simulation, EMC best practices, and hardware troubleshooting
• Experience with FPGA and DSP development, as well as confident use of laboratory equipment such as oscilloscopes, power supplies, and soldering stations
• Experience from the aerospace or automotive industry is an advantage but not a requirement.

Most importantly, we believe diverse experiences add value to our team and organization. Therefore, we encourage you to apply even if you do not meet all the above requirements.

As we are an international organization, it is important that you are fluent in English both in writing and verbal at a professional level. German knowledge would be an advantage.

Please also note that valid authorization to work in Austria is required for this position.

Let’s secure people through advanced technology

We believe that different perspectives, experiences, and backgrounds make us stronger. We are committed to creating a more diverse and balanced workplace that reflects the talent and perspectives around us. By creating an inclusive environment with equal opportunities to contribute, grow, and succeed, we aim to broaden our talent pool and strengthen our teams for the future. We want everyone to feel welcome, valued, and confident in pursuing their ambitions at Terma.

When joining Terma, we promise that you will experience great people, challenging tasks, and the opportunity to make an impact. Our culture is built on trust, collaboration, and knowledge sharing, where learning is embedded in everyday work and supported by colleagues across all career stages.

Benefits at Terma

• Excellent workplace atmosphere in a multicultural, dynamic and inspiring team
• Structured onboarding and buddy program, along with ongoing opportunities for professional and personal development
• Flexible working hours model (flextime, up to 40% remote work possible, additional days off)
• Diverse benefits such as subsidized on-site restaurant, fruit basket, free beverages (coffee, tea, hot chocolate), discount vouchers, health initiatives, financial contributions toward selected personal and health-related expenses, employer-sponsored pension plan as well as team events and company celebrations
• Good public transport connections and on-site parking options

The base pay is composed of the amount according to the Collective Agreement of the Austrian Electrical and Electronics Industry which is at least EUR 4,472.11 gross per month (x 14) and an overpayment depending on your qualifications and experience.

We are all Terma - diverse in skills and equal in value. That is why we encourage all individuals to apply and are committed to ensuring that every employee has equal opportunities to succeed and feel respected and valued within our organization. To support an unbiased evaluation process, we kindly encourage applicants to omit personal details such as photos and age from their applications.

Do you have any questions regarding the position?

Feel free to contact Hiring Manager on e-mail: [e-mail]

Location of position

• Vienna