Senior Avionics Systems Engineer (m/f/d) - SL1

HyImpulse; Neuenstadt am Kocher, Ottobrunn; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Spendit Card

Christmas bonus

Job bike leasing

Gift on special occasions

Team events

30 days vacation

Flexible hours

Remote work 1 day/week

Free coffee, tea & water

Open feedback culture

Personal development trainings

Buddy onboarding

Job summary

HyImpulse seeks a senior avionics engineer to own onboard avionics for the orbital-class launcher SL1, lead system design and interface definitions between avionics, ground systems, and other subsystems.

You will act as the main technical interface among project management, systems engineering, avionics, and ground teams, and define budgets, schedules, and forecasts for avionic activities.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Aerospace, Electrical Engineering, or comparable discipline.
• 5+ years of experience in a relevant engineering role, with demonstrated strength in the design, integration, or testing of electronic systems and/or components.
• Previous exposure to technical or team leadership tasks.
• Strong curiosity and continuous-learning mindset, with a willingness to challenge existing solutions and explore new technical approaches; genuine interest in electronics for space, aerospace, or other high-reliability systems.

Responsibilities

• Own the role of responsible engineer for onboard avionics supporting the development of the orbital-class launcher system – SL1.
• Lead detailed avionics system design, including definition of interfaces between avionics, ground systems, and other vehicle subsystems, as well as internal avionics and ground-segment interfaces
• Serve as the primary technical interface between project management, systems engineering, avionics, and ground support teams
• Define and manage system budgets, maintain and communicate development schedules, and resource forecasts for avionic systems and related activities

Skills

5+ years experience

team leadership

embedded electronics

space electronics

communication skills

Education

Master's degree in Aerospace or Electrical Engineering

comparable discipline

Tools

Altium

KiCAD

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Own the role of responsible engineer for onboard avionics supporting the development of the orbital-class launcher system – SL1
• Lead detailed avionics system design, including definition of interfaces between avionics, ground systems, and other vehicle subsystems, as well as internal avionics and ground-segment interfaces
• Serve as the primary technical interface between project management, systems engineering, avionics, and ground support teams
• Define and manage system budgets, maintain and communicate development schedules, and resource forecasts for avionic systems and related activities

Basic Qualification

• Master’s degree in Aerospace, Electrical Engineering, or comparable discipline; degrees in related fields will also be considered
• 5+ years of experience in a relevant engineering role, with demonstrated strength in the design, integration, or testing of electronic systems and/or components
• Previous exposure to technical or team leadership tasks
• Strong curiosity and continuous-learning mindset, with a willingness to challenge existing solutions and explore new technical approaches; genuine interest in electronics for space, aerospace, or other high-reliability systems

Desired Experience

• Experience with requirements management and V&V processes is a strong plus
• Demonstrated ability of contribution to buy-or-make decisions for electronic hardware and software
• Hands-on experience in embedded systems – via hardware and/or software
• Working experience with at Altium, KiCAD or other comparable ECAD software
• Hands-on experience with sizing, installation and troubleshooting of various electronic components
• Previous experience cooperating across disciplines of e.g. propulsion, fluids, recovery and systems engineering when working on large scale aerospace/space or automotive projects
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Benefits

• Benefits
• In Germany:
• €50 monthly Spendit Card – because it’s the little extras that make a difference
• Christmas bonus on top
• Job bike leasing for a sporty and sustainable commute
• €60 gift for special occasions (birthday, wedding, birth of a child)
• Regular team events – from Christmas parties to adventure offsites
• 30 days of vacation to fully recharge
• Flexible working hours (flextime) to match your personal rhythm
• 1 day of remote work per week
• Free coffee, tea & water – fuel for big ideas
• Open, respectful feedback culture at eye level
• Personal development opportunities through trainings, coaching & language courses
• Buddy program with structured onboarding, including a welcome package
• A diverse and inspiring startup environment , where talented people from over 16 nations collaborate to build something extraordinary
• Hands-on involvement across end-to-end development processes in a fast-growing New Space startup
• In UK: Christmas bonus on top
• Regular team events – from Christmas parties to adventure offsites
• 30 days of vacation to fully recharge
• Flexible working hours (flextime) to match your personal rhythm
• 1 day of remote work per week
• Free coffee, tea & water – fuel for big ideas
• Open, respectful feedback culture at eye level
• Personal development opportunities through trainings, coaching & language courses
• Buddy program with structured onboarding, including a welcome package
• A diverse and inspiring startup environment , where talented people from over 16 nations collaborate to build something extraordinary
• Hands-on involvement across end-to-end development processes in a fast-growing New Space startup

Location

Our location in Neuenstadt in the region of Heilbronn offers an ideal combination of rural charm and urban quality of life. Located in the heart of Baden-Württemberg, the region is characterized by its excellent traffic connections and diverse opportunities for leisure activities. Discover the advantages of this dynamic and liveable environment and benefit from a good work-life balance.
2023, Baden-Württemberg registered by far the most patents in Germany. A total of 16,000 people work in LR BW member companies and generate an annual turnover of around 5 billion euros - and the trend is rising. The strength of Baden-Württemberg's aerospace industry lies in the integrated value chain from the screw to the research satellite.
Equal Employment Opportunity

Equal Employment Opportunity

HyImpulse is committed to building a diverse and inclusive environment. As an equal opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, age or disability.