Senior Systems Engineer - Aerospace

OnTarget Communications; Stans; On-site; CHF 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

OnTarget Communications is seeking an Electronics Systems Engineer for aerospace applications in Switzerland. You will define, integrate, and optimize systems that combine mechanical assemblies, actuators, sensors, electronics, and control functions.

You will lead cross‑functional engineering projects through certification, focusing on testing, debugging, and fault isolation at PCB level, with strong emphasis on DO-254 and EASA Part 23 compliance.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of aerospace electromechanical system development and certification.
• Hands-on testing, debugging and fault isolation at PCB level.
• Experience with actuator or motor-control electronics and hardware design.
• Familiarity with RTCA DO-254 and EASA Part 23 safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead cross-functional systems engineering projects from concept through certification.
• Design and modify electromechanical systems for aerospace applications.
• Support integration of electrical components with mechanical subsystems.
• Facilitate ground and flight tests.
• Ensure compliance with aerospace certification standards (FAR/EASA 23).

Skills

Electromechanical systems

PCB fault isolation

Actuator / motor control electronics

Hardware design

Troubleshooting

RTCA DO-254

EASA Part 23

Avionics safety standards

Education

Bachelor’s in Mechatronics / Electrical / Electronic Engineering

Job description

Only candidates with prior Engineering working experience in Aerospace will be considered

Model: Fully Onsite

Scope: Full Time

Location: Switzerland

Description:

As an Electronics Systems Engineer, you will be responsible for defining, integrating, and optimizing highly reliable aerospace systems that combine mechanical assemblies, actuators, sensors, electronics, and control functions. Your systems-level perspective and technical leadership will be instrumental in delivering innovative solutions that perform in the most demanding operating environments.

Responsibilities:

• Lead cross‑functional systems engineering projects from concept through certification, with emphasis on resolving electrical system issues
• Lead and support the design and modification of electromechanical systems for aerospace applications
• Support mechanical systems engineers on integrating electrical components and subsystems
• Facilitate ground and flight tests
• Ensure systems comply with relevant aerospace certification standards (e.g., FAR/EASA 23)

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in aerospace electromechanical system development and certification
• Hands‑on experience in testing, debugging and fault isolationat PCB level
• Strong background in actuator or motor‑control electronics, hardware design, and complex troubleshooting
• Practical experience with RTCA DO‑254
• Solid knowledge of EASA Part 23
• Expert with key aerospace standards, including avionics systems, software, hardware, and safety with related certifications
• Bachelors Degree in Mechatronics, Electrical, or Electronic Engineering