Senior Hardware Electronics Engineer (M/F)

📜 Context As part of the development of next-generation satellite communication solutions for the aerospace and aviation industries, we are looking for a Senior Hardware Electronics Engineer to join an international R&D team. In this role, you will contribute to the design and development of complex embedded electronic hardware used in cutting-edge communication systems. You will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including Systems, FPGA, RF, Mechanical, Thermal, and Manufacturing Engineers to deliver innovative, high-reliability products that meet demanding industry standards. Tasks 📜 Context As part of the development of next-generation satellite communication solutions for the aerospace and aviation industries, we are looking for a Senior Hardware Electronics Engineer to join an international R&D team. In this role, you will contribute to the design and development of complex embedded electronic hardware used in cutting-edge communication systems. You will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including Systems, FPGA, RF, Mechanical, Thermal, and Manufacturing Engineers to deliver innovative, high-reliability products that meet demanding industry standards. 🎯 Responsibilities 🔹 Hardware Design Define the hardware architecture of complex electronic boards. *Design analog and digital schematics. *Select electronic components based on system requirements. *Define PCB stack-ups and routing constraints. *Supervise PCB layout activities in collaboration with layout engineers. 🔹 Validation & Qualification Perform hardware bring-up and board validation. *Troubleshoot hardware issues and conduct Root Cause Analysis. *Participate in qualification and verification campaigns. *Ensure successful product validation prior to production release. 🔹 Manufacturing Support Work closely with suppliers and manufacturing teams. *Apply Design for Manufacturing (DFM) best practices. *Support products throughout the manufacturing and industrialization phases. 🔹 Cross-functional Collaboration Collaborate closely with: Systems Engineering *FPGA Engineering *RF Engineering *Mechanical Engineering *Thermal Engineering *Manufacturing teams Participate in technical reviews and engineering decision-making. *Share technical expertise and contribute to continuous product improvement. Requirements 💼 Your Profile Master's degree or Engineering degree in Electronics or a related field. *Minimum 8 years of experience in hardware electronics design. *Proven experience owning the complete development of complex electronic boards. *Strong background in analog and digital electronics. *Excellent knowledge of Altium Designer. *Experience defining PCB stack-ups and routing rules. *Solid experience in hardware validation, debugging, and Root Cause Analysis. *Knowledge of switching power supplies (Buck, Flyback, LLC, etc.). *Experience working with FPGA-based hardware integration (HDL development not required). *Understanding of EMI/EMC constraints. *Experience in Aerospace, Space, Defense, or other highly regulated industries is a strong advantage. *RF experience is considered a plus but is not mandatory. 🤝 Soft Skills Strong sense of ownership and accountability. *Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities. *Strong communication and interpersonal skills. *Ability to work effectively in multidisciplinary teams. *Technical curiosity and continuous learning mindset. *Confidence to challenge technical decisions constructively. Benefits 🏆 Position Details 📍 Location: Lausanne, Switzerland *🕒 Employment Type: Full-time (100%) *📅 Start Date: Flexible *🏠 Hybrid working options availableFind more English Speaking Jobs in Switzerland on Arbeitnow