Senior Avionics Technician (m/f/d)

HyImpulse Technologies GmbH; Neuenstadt; Vor Ort; EUR 55.000 - 90.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Spendit Card

Christmas bonus

Bike leasing

Gift for occasions

Team events

30 days vacation

Flexible hours

Remote work 1 day/week

Free beverages

Feedback culture

Training & language courses

Buddy program

Startup environment

Hands-on involvement

Zusammenfassung

HyImpulse Technologies GmbH in Germany seeks an experienced avionics/electrical technician to build and install complex avionics hardware for subsystems used in suborbital and orbital rockets. You will fabricate electrical harnesses, read engineering drawings, and perform functional tests using standard aerospace tools.

Responsibilities include managing interfaces between on-board and ground systems, supporting stage/vehicle-level integration campaigns, and ensuring strict adherence to ESD and

Qualifikationen

• Completed studies in aerospace, electrical engineering, or comparable discipline.
• 3+ years of hands-on experience as avionics/electrical/systems technician in aerospace/defence or related field.
• Proficiency in electrical harness fabrication including crimping, soldering, and connector assembly.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, wiring diagrams, schematics, and assembly instructions.
• Experience with functional and electrical testing using multimeters, oscilloscopes, data acquisition systems.
• Understanding of ESD handling procedures and working in ESD-controlled environments.
• Strong attention to detail and documentation.
• Good communication within a multidisciplinary integration team.
• PCB analysis or layout knowledge is a strong plus; SMT soldering/reflow experience.

Aufgaben

• Build, assemble, and install avionics hardware across suborbital/orbital subsystems.
• Perform electrical harness fabrication and routing to aerospace standards.
• Manage interfaces for on-board avionic subsystems and ground counterparts.
• Functional testing and verification of PCBs/avionics at multiple levels; implement fixes.
• Support integration and test during stage and vehicle-level campaigns.
• Conduct inspection activities to ensure build quality and compliance.
• Contribute to development of assembly/test procedures for clarity and safety.
• Coordinate procurement of PCB/PCBAs and manage BOMs.
• Maintain build records, non-conformance reports, and test logs.

Kenntnisse

Electrical harness fabrication

Read engineering drawings

Electrical testing with multimeters/OS

ESD handling procedures

Communication skills

PCB analysis & layout knowledge

SMT soldering / reflow

Aerospace/electronics troubleshooting

Ausbildung

Aerospace or Electrical Engineering degree

Tools

Siemens Teamcenter

Jobbeschreibung

Key Responsibilities

• Build, assemble, and install avionics hardware across suborbital and orbital class rocket subsystems including on-board computers, measurement systems, RF (telemetry, GNSS, FTS), electrical power systems, and pyrotechnic deployment circuits
• Perform electrical harness fabrication, routing, and installation including crimping, soldering, connector assembly, and cable bundling to aerospace standards
• Manage electrical and mechanical interfaces for on-board avionic subsystems and their ground counterparts
• Carry out functional testing and verification of PCBAs, avionics systems at component, box, and integrated vehicle level, provide feedback to design team, where applicable - implement design fixes on schematic or PCBA level
• Support the integration and test of avionics systems during stage and vehicle-level assembly campaigns, working closely with engineering teams to troubleshoot and resolve issues
• Perform inspection activities including visual inspection, continuity checks, insulation resistance testing, grounding, and connector verification to ensure build quality and compliance with specifications
• Bridge the gap between design and production: assist in the development and review of assembly and test procedures, contributing practical build experience to improve clarity, safety, and efficiency
• Coordinate procurement of PCB/PCBAs, manage BOMs
• Maintain accurate build records, non-conformance reports, and test logs in line with configuration management and quality assurance requirements

Basic Qualification

• Completed studies in aerospace, electrical engineering, or comparable discipline; degrees in related fields will also be considered
• 3+ years of demonstrated hands-on experience as an avionics, electrical, or systems technician in an aerospace, defence, or similar engineering environment
• Proficiency in electrical harness fabrication including crimping, soldering, and connector assembly
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, wiring diagrams, schematics, and assembly instructions
• Experience performing functional and electrical testing using standard test equipment including multimeters, oscilloscopes, and data acquisition systems
• Understanding of ESD handling procedures and experience working within ESD-controlled environments
• Strong attention to detail with a rigorous approach to workmanship quality and documentation
• Good communication skills with the ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary integration team
• Experience with PCB circuit analysis and layout design is a strong plus
• Hands-on capability in manual SMT soldering, reflow techniques and temperature profiles

Desired Experience

• Experience working on launch vehicle, spacecraft, or missile avionics systems in an integration and test environment
• Familiarity with pyrotechnic systems and associated safety procedures including safe and arm devices and initiator circuits
• Knowledge of RF systems, antenna installation, and coaxial cable assembly
• Exposure to cleanroom, ESD working practices and associated protocols
• Experience using PLM or MES systems for work order management and build record keeping (e.g. Siemens Teamcenter)
• Formal training or certification in electrical harness manufacture such as IPC-A-620 or equivalent
• Familiarity with AS9100 quality management systems and non-conformance reporting processes

Benefits

• €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

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

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.

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