Space Avionics Architect

TXT GROUP; Immenstaad am Bodensee; Hybrid; EUR 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

TXT PACE is seeking a Space Avionics Architect to lead end-to-end avionics architecture for space projects. The role involves defining interfaces between the On Board Computer and payload, and coordinating with multidisciplinary teams across design and development phases.

Based in Germany, the position offers a permanent full-time contract and a hybrid working model. Excellent written and spoken English is required; German is a plus, with an IG Metall-compliant terms framework.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Aerospace or Electrical/Electronic Engineering.
• Several years of spacecraft avionics and embedded hardware experience.
• Proven experience with distributed architectures using processors and FPGA/SoC.

Responsibilities

• Define end-to-end avionics architecture and interfaces between OBC and payload.
• Develop high-speed networking, backplanes and boot/recovery concepts.
• Design robust FDIR solutions including safe-mode behaviors.
• Document architectures and design rationale.
• Collaborate with networking, GNC, RF, software, FPGA and mechanical teams.

Skills

End-to-end avionics

Distributed architectures

High-speed networking

FDIR

Safe mode

Collaborative teamwork

Education

Master's degree in Aerospace or Electrical/Electronic Engineering

Job description

TXT PACE is looking for a Space Avionics Architect to join its team and contribute to technologically advanced projects in the Space sector.

The successful candidate will play a key role in defining the end-to-end avionics architecture, working on complex systems and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams throughout the different design and development phases.

Key Responsibilities

The successful candidate will be responsible for:

• Leading the definition of the end-to-end avionics architecture, including system decomposition and the interface strategy between the On Board Computer (OBC) and payload;
• Defining architectures for payloads with high-speed networking, backplanes, and system boot and recovery concepts;
• Designing robust Failure Detection, Isolation and Recovery (FDIR) solutions, including safe-mode behaviours and watchdog strategies;
• Documenting and maintaining the technical baseline, including system architectures and the related design rationale;
• Conducting engineering analyses related to radiation tolerance, EMI/EMC, signal integrity and power distribution;
• Collaborating cross-functionally with networking, GNC, RF, software, FPGA and mechanical teams.

Technical Skills / IT Skills

• Spacecraft Avionics Architecture and end-to-end avionics architectures;
• Distributed architectures based on processors, FPGA/SoC and high-speed interfaces;
• High-Speed Networking, payload networking and backplanes;
• Failure Detection, Isolation and Recovery (FDIR);
• Safe mode, watchdog, system boot and recovery strategies;
• ATOP - Automated Test and Operations Procedure;
• MOIS - Mission Operations Information Systems;
• EGS-CC Operations Procedure Language (EAPL);
• ECSS PUS - Packet Utilisation Standard;
• ECSS-E-ST-70 Guidance;
• Analysis of radiation tolerance, EMI/EMC, signal integrity and power distribution;
• Knowledge of complex embedded hardware systems and high-speed digital electronics.

Behavioural Skills

• Ability to work effectively in multidisciplinary teams;
• Ability to collaborate cross-functionally with specialists from different technical domains;
• Ability to manage and coordinate complex technical activities;
• Structured approach to defining and documenting architectural solutions;
• Ability to work effectively in an international environment.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Aerospace Engineering, Electrical/Electronic Engineering or an equivalent qualification;
• Several years of experience in spacecraft avionics, high-speed digital electronics or complex embedded hardware systems;
• Proven experience in designing distributed architectures combining processors, FPGA/SoC and high-speed interfaces;
• Excellent written and spoken English;
• Written and spoken German is considered a plus.

Join the Team

Joining TXT PACE means working in an international and technologically advanced environment, contributing to the development of complex solutions and systems for the Space sector.

What We Offer

• The opportunity to join a highly qualified, multidisciplinary team;
• Cutting-edge technology projects in the avionics sector;
• A stimulating professional environment with opportunities for growth and development.

Employment Terms

• Contract type: Permanent German employment contract;
• Gross annual salary: €65,000 - €80,000;
• Full-time;
• Hybrid working model (based in Germany);
• The final employment terms and classification will be defined during the selection process based on the selected candidate’s profile and in accordance with IG Metall.

TXT Group promotes equal opportunities and diversity. We welcome applications from all individuals, regardless of gender, age, origin, sexual orientation, disability or personal beliefs, in accordance with the Allgemeines Gleichbehandlungsgesetz (AGG).