Senior Avionics Engineer (f/m/d)

TYTAN Technologies; München; On-site; EUR 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stock options

Flexible working hours

Office in Munich

Wellness facilities

Team events

Job summary

TYTAN Technologies in Munich seeks a Senior Avionics Engineer to define, implement, and validate the avionics architecture of advanced UAV platforms. You will integrate autonomy, GNC, and C2 into onboard systems across fixed-wing, VTOL, and transitioning aircraft.

The role is hands-on, system-level, and deployment-focused, collaborating across hardware and software teams. You will lead system integration, debugging of hardware-software interfaces, and real-world testing from lab setups to

Qualifications

• Minimum 5+ years hands-on avionics, robotics, or UAV system integration.
• Proven experience with fixed-wing or VTOL platforms and real UAV hardware.
• Strong understanding of system architecture, interfaces, and real-time data flow.
• Experience with autopilot systems (e.g., PX4) and UAV software stacks.
• Proficiency in C++, Python; familiarity with ROS2 or similar middleware.

Responsibilities

• Define and own end-to-end avionics architecture for UAVs from concept to deployment.
• Integrate flight control (GNC), autonomy, and C2 links across platforms.
• Design onboard communication architectures (MAVLink, DDS, Ethernet, CAN).
• Validate flight controllers, companion computers, sensors, radios, and payloads.
• Lead HIL and system-level testing; ensure reliable bench-to-flight transitions.
• Collaborate with GNC, autonomy, C2, and EWIS teams on interfaces and coupling.
• Support flight testing, monitoring, logging, and post-flight analysis.

Skills

Avionics

Robotics

UAV Systems

GNC

C2 Links

Flight Control

Embedded Linux

C++

Python

ROS2

MAVLink

CAN

Ethernet

UART

Linux

Education

M.S. in Electrical Engineering

Tools

PX4

MAVLink

DDS

CAN

Ethernet

UART

HIL/SIL

Job description

At TYTAN, we aim to set a global standard in autonomous air defense with AI-driven, cost-efficient systems that counter unmanned aerial threats at scale. We protect people. We protect critical infrastructure. We protect European sovereignty.

We are looking for a Senior Avionics Engineer to define, implement, and validate the avionics architecture of advanced UAV platforms. You will be responsible for integrating autonomy, GNC, and command & control (C2) into a coherent, reliable onboard system across fixed-wing, VTOL and transitioning aircrafts.

This role is hands-on, system-level, and deployment-focused. You will work at the intersection of hardware and software, ensuring that all onboard systems communicate reliably and perform in real operational environments. You will act as a technical sparring partner across avionics and system integration, contributing experience, pragmatism, and strong engineering judgment.

Your roadmap to make an impact

• Define and own the end-to-end avionics architecture for UAV platforms, from concept to operational deployment
• Define and implement system-level integration of flight control (GNC), autonomy stacks, and C2 links
• Design and manage onboard communication architectures (e.g., MAVLink, DDS, Ethernet, CAN, serial protocols)
• Integrate and validate flight controllers, companion computers, sensors, radios, and payload systems
• Ensure robust data flow, synchronization, and fault-tolerant behavior across all subsystems
• Take avionics systems from lab setup to real aircraft, ensuring reliable sim-to-real and bench-to-flight transition
• Lead and support hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) and system-level testing, including debugging complex integration issues
• Work closely with GNC, autonomy, C2, and EWIS/electrical teams to ensure tight system coupling and clean interfaces
• Support flight testing, including system bring-up, monitoring, logging, and post-flight analysis
• Define and implement system monitoring, health checks, and fail-safe strategies
• Document system architectures, interfaces, and integration workflows in a clear and maintainable way
• Support integration into customer and operational environments, including Bundeswehr (Bw) requirements

Who you are

• 5+ years of hands-on experience in avionics, robotics, or UAV system integration
• Strong experience working with real UAV systems, ideally across fixed-wing and/or VTOL platforms
• Proven track record of integrating complex systems (flight controllers, companion computers, sensors, radios) into a working aircraft
• Strong understanding of system architecture, interfaces, and real-time data flow
• Experience with autopilot systems (e.g., PX4) and UAV software stacks
• Proficiency in C++ and Python, with practical experience in ROS2 or similar middleware
• Hands-on experience with communication protocols (e.g., MAVLink, CAN, UART, Ethernet, DDS)
• Comfortable debugging hardware-software integration issues in real systems
• Experience with Linux-based systems, embedded computing, and system bring-up
• Strong systems-thinking mindset: understanding of how everything connects and fails together

Nice to have

• Experience with C2 systems and radio link integration, including bandwidth and latency considerations
• Experience with HIL/SIL testing setups and simulation integration
• Experience supporting flight testing and field deployments
• Background in defense or safety-critical systems

Why TYTAN?

• Be the first to welcome the world into a deep-tech defense startup that is shaping the future of security.
• Work in a fast-paced, international team where your contributions truly matter and your impact is immediate.
• Participate in our success with stock options.
• Be part of something bigger in a mission driven company.
• Enjoy flexible working hours.
• Access to EGYM Wellpass sports facilities.
• All day coffee and snacks, team events, and a modern office in Munich.

About us

At TYTAN, it is more than just a job; it is about embracing autonomy, personal growth, and purpose. Make a lasting impact in the new era of defense! Join us to create a safer world for all.

TYTAN is an equal-opportunity employer committed to fairness and inclusivity. We do not prioritize any specific religion, gender, nationality, or background. Due to security clearance requirements, affiliations with countries listed under § 13 para. 1 no. 17 SÜG may affect the application process. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.