Senior Electronics Engineer (M/F)

ThrustMe; Verrières-le-Buisson; On-site; EUR 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A pioneering space technology company is seeking a Senior Electronics Engineer to develop advanced electronics and software for propulsion systems. You'll design hardware, validate performance, and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams on cutting-edge projects in a fast-growing industry. A Master's degree and 5+ years of experience in electronics engineering is required. This role offers a full-time contract based in Île-de-France, France.

Qualifications

• 5+ years industry experience required.
• Solid understanding of complex schematic diagrams.
• Background in design, simulation, prototyping and testing of power converters or similar.

Responsibilities

• Create and refine advanced electronic hardware components.
• Develop and execute rigorous testing procedures.
• Ensure electronics requirements are defined and properly followed.

Skills

Analogue and digital electronics design

Prototyping and debugging

Testing and validation under extreme conditions

Collaboration with cross-functional teams

Education

Masters degree in electronics engineering

Tools

Laboratory equipment for testing

Job description

Overview

Senior Electronics Engineer (M/F) role at ThrustMe. Founded in 2017, ThrustMe is a pioneering space technology company specializing in advanced propulsion systems for small satellites. We are global experts in satellite propulsion, pushing the boundaries of in-orbit mobility for the rapidly expanding satellite constellation industry. Our clients across the US, Europe, and Asia trust us to design and deliver high-performance, precision-engineered propulsion systems that push technological boundaries while meeting demanding timelines and budgets. We made history in 2019 and 2020 with the world’s first in-orbit demonstrations of iodine-fueled electric propulsion systems. Today, we are experiencing rapid growth, with over 300 systems ordered to date.

ThrustMe is looking for a Senior Electronics Engineer to develop the advanced electronics and software powering our propulsion systems. In this role, you will work on challenging problems, with complex electronic systems which require both high performance and exceptional reliability, all while operating in the extremes of the space environment.

As part of the Product Development Team, you will be at the intersection of cutting-edge research and mass production, transforming novel concepts into flight-ready systems that will shape the future of space propulsion. You will be part of an international, collaborative, and creative team that is passionate about developing our groundbreaking propulsion technology.

Main tasks and responsibilities

• Create and refine advanced electronic hardware components, including PCB design, analogue and digital circuit development, and power management systems tailored for space propulsion applications.
• Develop and execute rigorous testing procedures to validate hardware performance and reliability under extreme conditions.
• Utilize laboratory equipment for troubleshooting, debugging, and optimizing electronic systems.
• Ensure electronics requirements are defined and properly followed, according to the global product design needs.
• Contribute to the enhancement of hardware design processes, ensuring adherence to quality standards and best practices in the aerospace industry.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams—mechanical, software, industrialization engineers and physicists—to ensure seamless integration of hardware components within complete propulsion systems.

Required skills and qualifications

• Masters degree in electronics engineering or related discipline.
• Solid understanding of analogue and digital electronics design, including complex schematic diagrams.
• Ability to build prototypes and debug them.
• Background in design, simulation, prototyping and testing of power converters or similar.
• Proficiency with laboratory equipment for testing and debugging of electronics.
• 5+ years industry experience required.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time