Avionics Hardware Technician

We are looking for an exceptionally motivated and experienced Avionics Hardware Technician (f/m/d) to join our special-projects rocketry team. You will work in a dedicated, dynamic and international environment that aims for excellence by creating high-performance engineering solutions while keeping prototyping and production costs at an absolute minimum. Be involved in the systems engineering team and learn the overall architecture of our high-tech but low-cost product. If this sounds inspiring to you, then apply with us!

Your Tasks

• Perform all aspects of electrical and avionics work, including installation, testing, and maintenance.
• Assemble, install, and integrate electrical and avionics hardware components.
• Perform high-quality soldering of electronic components, wiring, and connectors.
• Install and modify complex harnesses within avionics shelves and panels, ensuring compliance, adhering to strict industry and company standards.
• Manufacture and document the assembly of mechatronic actuators and valves based on designs and specifications, ensuring continuous quality control throughout the process.
• Conduct thorough testing and fault diagnosis of electronic circuits down to the component level, utilizing specialized equipment such as oscilloscopes, network analyzers, spectrum analyzers, and function generators.
• Assist the AIT team in mounting and integrating electrical harnesses, cabling equipment, and subsystems.
• Read, interpret, and work from engineering drawings, controlled documentation, and established processes to ensure accurate implementation.
• Assist in developing production processes for first-time production runs and support efficiency improvement initiatives in the manufacturing area.
• Identify and escalate potential blockers to the team leader, self-monitor work progress against benchmarks, and ensure on-time delivery of all tasks.
• Record work performed using the shop floor management system (ERP) and document flight hardware verification results in a clear, precise, and complete manner.

• Completed apprenticeship as electrician/electronics technician or similar discipline
• Work experience as an electrical technician ideally with electronics control systems and standard industrial sensor knowledge
• Hands-on experience in building electrical and electro-mechanical assemblies with precision and quality control
• Strong proficiency in using common test and diagnostic equipment, such as multimeters, oscilloscopes, and other industry-standard tools
• Ability to document complex systems accurately, ensuring clarity and traceability for future reference
• Experience in aerospace sector is a big plus
• High level of problem-solving skills, independent and target-oriented way of working
• Fluent oral and written English skills (all day-to-day activities are performed in English)

Atmosphere: Experience life in an international & dynamic New Space start-up Flexibility: Fit your working schedule to your needs with flexible working hours Home Office: Full-time employees benefit from 1 day per week home office Health: Sweat, stretch or squat it out with WellPass, a training app which connects you to thousands of gyms and studios Paid Time Off: 30 days annual leave and special leave days RFA Family: Join our regular company and team events and become part of the RFA family Parking: Free parking for your car and your bike

This is the perfect opportunity to take on an exciting new challenge and be part of the leading private company in the new European space race. You'll get to work with over 300 employees from more than 44 countries and have the opportunity to accelerate your professional and personal development.

Ready to make history with us?