Hardware Engineer

Our Munich engineering team develops advanced systems such as interceptors launch platforms or reconnaissance drones as well as quadcopters for military and defense applications. As a Hardware Engineer you will own products and subsystems from proof of concept through production validation testing (PVT) combining mechatronic design electronics integration hands-on prototyping and hardware validation.

You will collaborate with the Munich Flight Operations System Integration and Supply Chain teams as well as with Zurichs engineering team transforming our core technologies into specialized manufacturing-ready tactical assets.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Independently own development of assigned products and subsystems for drone platforms and RF products from PoC through PVT resolving evolving requirements and taking responsibility for quality technical trade-offs and delivery.
• Design mechatronic assemblies and integrate electronics balancing performance weight power reliability and manufacturability with input from specialist engineers.
• Build and iterate prototypes using 3D printing and mechanical assembly; integrate electronics bring up hardware and troubleshoot faults using bench measurements soldering and PCB rework as needed.
• Plan and execute bench integration and field tests with Flight Operations and System Integration; verify hardwarefirmware interaction record measurements investigate failures and verify fixes.
• Evaluate and select components modules materials and suppliers against system requirements; work directly with contract manufacturers on build readiness and pilot production.
• Deliver manufacturing handover packages covering CAD and PCB files BOMs assembly instructions and test procedures enabling manufacturing partners to build and verify reliable hardware consistently.

Qualifications and Skills

• 3 years developing robotic mechatronic or embedded hardware with a relevant engineering or Computer Science degree or equivalent practical experience.
• Depth in one discipline and practical breadth across mechanics electronics and firmware demonstrated through working prototypes debugging and hardware validation.
• Ability to read schematics understand circuit design choices and navigate PCB layouts to debug and integrate hardware; proficiency with relevant CAD tools and laboratory instruments.
• Working knowledge of C/C and Python to support firmware integration driver testing and test automation.
• Independent problem-solving clear technical documentation and effective collaboration in English with engineering operations and manufacturing teams.
• EU citizenship and willingness to work primarily on-site in Munich with 20% travel.

Benefits

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

About Auterion

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 youll be empowered to develop ideas collaborate across all levels and make an impact that matters.