
Avionics Design Engineer
Zukunftsinstitut GmbH
full-time
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Location Type: Office
Location: Mülheim an der Ruhr • Germany
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About the role
- Development and design of wiring harnesses in Altium Designer, including connector specification and signal routing
- Analysis, design and documentation of the avionics system architecture for current and future UAV platforms
- Creation and maintenance of schematics, harness designs and system layouts
- Close collaboration with mechanical, software and test teams to ensure holistic system integration
- Mechanical integration of electronic assemblies, connectors and wiring harnesses considering form, fit and function
- Support for commissioning, troubleshooting and technical validation of avionics systems
- Optional: Participation in PCB design and prototype manufacturing
Requirements
- Degree in electrical engineering, aerospace engineering, mechatronics or a related field
- Solid experience with Altium Designer (schematic and harness design)
- Experience in system architecture and integration of electronic subsystems in aircraft or similar applications
- Knowledge of PCB design and ECAD/MCAD interfaces is an advantage
- Technical understanding of mechanical integration of electronic components
- Independent, structured and solution-oriented working style with a strong quality focus
- Strong communication skills in German and English and enjoyment of interdisciplinary collaboration
Benefits
- Competitive salary with bonus options in a permanent employment contract
- 30 days of vacation plus days off on Christmas Eve and New Year's Eve
- Flexible working hours for a good work–life balance
- Open, cooperative and flexible working environment
- Flat hierarchies and short decision-making processes
- Numerous opportunities to help shape projects with room for your own ideas
- Employer contribution to company pension scheme (bAV)
- Individual training and professional development opportunities
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard Skills & Tools
wiring harness designAltium Designersystem architectureschematic designharness designmechanical integrationtroubleshootingtechnical validationPCB designECAD/MCAD interfaces
Soft Skills
independent workingstructured workingsolution-orientedquality focuscommunication skillsinterdisciplinary collaboration
Certifications
degree in electrical engineeringdegree in aerospace engineeringdegree in mechatronics