Senior Mechatronics Engineer: Avionics Lead

Syos Aerospace; Mount Maunganui; On-site; NZD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

SYOS is seeking a Senior Mechatronics Engineer to own avionics architecture and lead the integration of electronic systems for autonomous vehicles. You will define interfaces, select components, and ensure reliable performance in real-world conditions.

This hands-on role spans mechanical, electrical, embedded software and systems engineering, with mentoring responsibilities and a push toward production readiness.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of mechatronics engineering experience in robotics or aerospace.
• Degree in Mechatronics, Electrical, Software engineering or related field.
• Embedded systems experience with hardware/software integration.

Responsibilities

• Own the avionics architecture and document system diagrams defining interfaces and information flow.
• Evaluate and select sensors, controllers, actuators and other components per mission requirements.
• Integrate hardware and software to create functional prototypes and bench-test configurations.
• Configure onboard modules, flight controllers, sensors and communications equipment.
• Drive production readiness with defined interfaces, mounting, wiring and configuration needs.
• Troubleshoot complex vehicle issues and feed lessons learned into design iterations.
• Support verification, validation and testing activities for individual modules and systems.
• Assist with flight operations during vehicle preparation and testing.
• Maintain traceability with version control and configuration management.

Skills

Mechatronics

Embedded systems

Sensor integration

Version control

Mentoring

Education

Degree in Mechatronics or related

Tools

Git

SVN

Teamcenter

Job description

SYOS is seeking a Senior Mechatronics Engineer to own avionics architecture and lead the integration of electronic systems for autonomous vehicles. You will define interfaces, select components, and ensure reliable performance in real-world conditions.

This hands-on role spans mechanical, electrical, embedded software and systems engineering, with mentoring responsibilities and a push toward production readiness.