Senior Electronics Engineer

<p>At Auterion, we build a global platform for drones and autonomous robots. In the growing market of autonomous vehicles, we connect high-end software and hardware. Our Munich-based defense engineering team develops the technologies that form the foundation of current and future drone products.</p> <p>As a Senior Electronics Engineer, you will be a member of our interdisciplinary hardware engineering team, driving the design and development of cutting-edge electronics for our next-generation drone platforms. You’ll take ownership of electronic modules such as flight controllers, sensors, and vision systems, leading PCB development from concept to mass production.&nbsp;</p> <p>As part of a cross-functional team, you will develop advanced systems such as interceptor and reconnaissance drones with integrated visual navigation, as well as quadcopters for defense applications.</p> <h2><strong>Responsibilities and Duties</strong></h2> <ul> <li>Design, prototype, and validate advanced avionics PCBs, sensors, and electronic modules for drone platforms, driving concepts from initial ideation through detailed design and manufacturing readiness</li> <li>Plan and execute comprehensive PCB and product verification activities, including test strategy definition, execution, and documentation; perform electrical and mechanical validation such as EMI/EMC compliance testing, thermal cycling, mechanical shock testing, and HALT analysis</li> <li>Produce and maintain technical documentation, including design concepts, schematics and CAD drawings, bills of materials (BOMs), assembly instructions, and repair manuals</li> <li>Collaborate closely with test engineering, manufacturing, and production teams to ensure smooth transition of hardware designs from development to volume production</li> <li>Work closely with product management and customer success teams to align system architecture and interfaces, define electronics requirements, and incorporate feedback from field deployments into design improvements</li> <li>Coach and mentor junior engineers to achieve technical excellence and develop best practices within the team</li> </ul> <h2><strong>Qualifications and Skills</strong></h2> <ul> <li>Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical or Electronics Engineering</li> <li>4+ years of experience in PCB design and electronic product development, including prototyping, layout, and driving products from concept through production</li> <li>Proven expertise in high-density and mixed-signal PCB design, with broad understanding of signal and power integrity</li> <li>Hands-on experience with PCB verification and testing processes, covering signal integrity analysis and EMC troubleshooting</li> <li>Proficiency with Altium Designer is highly desirable&nbsp;</li> <li>Experience with high power applications, ESCs and lithium batteries is an advantage</li> <li>Hands-on, solution-oriented mindset with a proactive approach to problem-solving and the ability to address technical challenges independently</li> <li>Experience collaborating in cross-functional hardware/software teams</li> <li>Excellent problem-solving, communication (English), and project management skills</li> </ul> <h2><strong>Benefits</strong></h2> <ul> <li>Flexible working hours</li> <li>Stock Options</li> <li>Generous holiday allowance</li> <li>Pension plan&nbsp;</li> <li>Extended social security package&nbsp;</li> <li>Enhanced maternity &amp; paternity leave</li> <li>Wellpass membership&nbsp;</li> </ul> <h2><strong>About Auterion</strong></h2> <p>We are building the leading software platform for AI-powered autonomous systems for enterprise and government customers. Our team is supporting the most important missions and solving the most challenging problems.</p> <p>At Auterion, we bring together the sharpest minds who love to solve the hardest problems. Join a vibrant team built on innovation, openness, and excellence, where you’ll be empowered to develop ideas, collaborate across all levels, and make an impact that matters.</p>

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