Electronic Engineer Position Candidate Profile

Ytsab Defence AB; Upplands Väsby kommun; On-site; SEK 435,113 - 652,670; Full time

Job summary

Ytsab Defence AB is looking for a talented Electronics Engineer in Upplands Väsby, Sweden, to support the research and design of advanced electromagnetic launch systems. You will work closely with international partners, focusing on the physics of multistage acceleration and power regulation.

The ideal candidate has a degree in Engineering Physics or Electronics and experience in circuit design, with a strong emphasis on power electronics and PCB design. Join a dynamic team at the forefront of defence technology development.

Qualifications

• Solid experience in analogue and digital circuit design.
• Experience with power electronics, high current systems, or pulse power is a big plus.
• Fluent in English; Swedish is a bonus.

Responsibilities

• Design, test, and integrate advanced electronic systems for electromagnetic weapons.
• Work closely with mechanical and software engineers to develop complete system solutions.
• Support system integration, testing, and troubleshooting of electronic components.

Skills

Analogue and digital circuit design

Problem-solving skills

Power electronics

PCB design

Education

Degree in Engineering Physics, Electrical or Electronics Engineering

Tools

Altium Designer

Job description

Ytsab Defence AB specializes in advanced electromagnetic launch systems and high‑voltage pulsed power engineering. We are leading the development of next‑generation defence capabilities through innovative, modular architectures.

We are looking for a talented and driven Electronics Engineer to join our development team, where you will play a critical role in the research, design, and optimization of the core electromagnetic launch system. You will focus on the physics of multistage acceleration, power regulation, bridging theoretical models with physical experimental setups. You will work closely with international partners to integrate your designs with advanced switching systems, capacitor banks, and thermal management architectures.

As an Electronics Engineer at Ytsab Defence, you will:

• Design, test, and integrate advanced electronic systems for electromagnetic weapons.
• Work closely with mechanical and software engineers to develop complete system solutions.
• Develop PCBs, high‑speed switching circuits, and power electronics.
• Support system integration, testing, and troubleshooting of electronic components.
• Contribute to R&D activities and new product development from concept to prototype.

We're Looking For:

• A degree in Engineering Physics, Electrical or Electronics Engineering (BSc, MSc, or equivalent).
• Solid experience in analogue and digital circuit design.
• Experience with power electronics, high current systems, or pulse power is a big plus.
• PCB design experience (Altium Designer or similar).
• Familiarity with embedded systems or microcontrollers is advantageous.
• Strong problem‑solving skills and the ability to work independently in a fast‑paced R&D environment.
• Fluent in English; Swedish is a bonus.
• Due to the nature of this project, applicants must be eligible to obtain the required national security clearances.