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
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