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Senior Electronics Engineer

Posted Oct 02, 2026

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Auterion

Munich

EnglishSeniorNo German needed

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Salary (estimate)

Broad estimate: €44,000–€58,000/year

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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.

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.

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.

Responsibilities and Duties

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
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

Produce and maintain technical documentation, including design concepts, schematics and CAD drawings, bills of materials (BOMs), assembly instructions, and repair manuals

Collaborate closely with test engineering, manufacturing, and production teams to ensure smooth transition of hardware designs from development to volume production

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

Coach and mentor junior engineers to achieve technical excellence and develop best practices within the team

Qualifications and Skills

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical or Electronics Engineering
4+ years of experience in PCB design and electronic product development, including prototyping, layout, and driving products from concept through production
Proven expertise in high-density and mixed-signal PCB design, with broad understanding of signal and power integrity
Hands-on experience with PCB verification and testing processes, covering signal integrity analysis and EMC troubleshooting
Proficiency with Altium Designer is highly desirable
Experience with high power applications, ESCs and lithium batteries is an advantage
Hands-on, solution-oriented mindset with a proactive approach to problem-solving and the ability to address technical challenges independently
Experience collaborating in cross-functional hardware/software teams
Excellent problem-solving, communication (English), and project management skills

Flexible working hours
Stock Options
Generous holiday allowance
Pension plan
Extended social security package
Enhanced maternity & paternity leave
Wellpass membership

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.

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.

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Job facts

Employer: Auterion
Role: Senior Electronics Engineer
City: Munich
Work mode: not stated
Language: English
Seniority: Senior
Posted: Oct 02, 2026
Source: Arbeitnow

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