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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Avionics Hardware Architect M - F H/F - **Company:** Exotrail - **Location:** Toulouse, France (Remote available) - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Apple IOS, Linux on Embedded Systems, Field-Programmable Gate Array (FPGA), Hardware Design, Hardware Interface Design, Verification and Validation (Software), Data Processing - **Published:** October 9, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.hellowork.com/fr-fr/emplois/84228793.html ## About the Role Several years of experience in avionics hardware development, electronics architecture, embedded systems, or related engineering fields. - Strong background in the design of complex electronic systems and high-reliability products. - Experience defining hardware architectures and managing technical developments throughout the product lifecycle. - Familiarity with supplier management and multidisciplinary engineering environments. - Experience in aerospace, space, defense, automotive, or other safety-critical industries. - Previous experience in the space sector is a strong plus. Several years of experience in avionics hardware development, electronics architecture, embedded systems, or related engineering fields. Strong background in the design of complex electronic systems and high-reliability products. Experience defining hardware architectures and managing technical developments throughout the product lifecycle. Familiarity with supplier management and multidisciplinary engineering environments. Experience in aerospace, space, defense, automotive, or other safety-critical industries. Previous experience in the space sector is a strong plus. Technical Skills - Hardware architecture design, including processors, SoCs, memory architectures, and electronic equipment. - Good understanding of spacecraft and avionics subsystems. - Ability to structure and manage complex multi-equipment architectures. - Supplier management and cross-functional technical coordination. - Solid electronics design fundamentals. - Understanding of low-level software layers, drivers, and FPGA-based architectures. - Knowledge of communication interfaces and protocols such as CAN, RS-422, RS-485, and similar technologies. - Familiarity with embedded Linux environments is a plus. - Knowledge of ECSS standards and space product development processes. Hardware architecture design, including processors, SoCs, memory architectures, and electronic equipment. Good understanding of spacecraft and avionics subsystems. Ability to structure and manage complex multi-equipment architectures. Supplier management and cross-functional technical coordination. Solid electronics design fundamentals. Understanding of low-level software layers, drivers, and FPGA-based architectures. Knowledge of communication interfaces and protocols such as CAN, RS-422, RS-485, and similar technologies. Familiarity with embedded Linux environments is a plus. Knowledge of ECSS standards and space product development processes. Soft Skills - Strong analytical and problem-solving mindset. - Excellent technical communication and documentation skills. - Attention to detail and traceability. - Ability to work effectively with evolving requirements and assumptions. - Leadership and collaborative mindset. - Ability to work in a fast-paced and multicultural environment. - Professional proficiency in English. - Pragmatic and solution-oriented approach. Strong analytical and problem-solving mindset. Excellent technical communication and documentation skills. Attention to detail and traceability. Ability to work effectively with evolving requirements and assumptions. Leadership and collaborative mindset. Ability to work in a fast-paced and multicultural environment. Professional proficiency in English. Pragmatic and solution-oriented approach. ## Description As part of our In-Orbit Services (IoS) division, we are looking for an Avionics Hardware Architect to define and lead the hardware architecture of our Data Handling System (DHS), from early design phases through to flight model delivery. You will play a key role in designing robust avionics hardware solutions, ensuring consistency across satellite subsystems and driving technical decisions throughout the product lifecycle. Hardware Architecture Definition - Define and maintain the physical architecture of the Data Handling System (DHS) throughout the development lifecycle. - Develop and maintain the hardware design baseline and architecture documentation. - Ensure the scalability, robustness, and maintainability of avionics hardware solutions. - Support technical trade-offs and key architectural decisions. Define and maintain the physical architecture of the Data Handling System (DHS) throughout the development lifecycle. Develop and maintain the hardware design baseline and architecture documentation. Ensure the scalability, robustness, and maintainability of avionics hardware solutions. Support technical trade-offs and key architectural decisions. Interface Management - Ensure consistency and compatibility between the DHS and other satellite subsystems. - Define and manage hardware interfaces across avionics equipment. - Collaborate closely with functional avionics, software, power, thermal and mechanical teams. - Guarantee alignment between hardware architecture, functional requirements, and software constraints. Ensure consistency and compatibility between the DHS and other satellite subsystems. Define and manage hardware interfaces across avionics equipment. Collaborate closely with functional avionics, software, power, thermal and mechanical teams. Guarantee alignment between hardware architecture, functional requirements, and software constraints. Development Strategy & Technical Leadership - Define the hardware development strategy, including make-or-buy analyses and equipment sourcing decisions. - Structure the hardware breakdown and define development roadmaps, milestones, and model philosophy. - Lead technical decision-making related to architectures, components, hardware/software allocations, and supplier solutions. - Identify and mitigate technical risks impacting cost, schedule, or performance. Define the hardware development strategy, including make-or-buy analyses and equipment sourcing decisions. Structure the hardware breakdown and define development roadmaps, milestones, and model philosophy. Lead technical decision-making related to architectures, components, hardware/software allocations, and supplier solutions. Identify and mitigate technical risks impacting cost, schedule, or performance. Supplier Management & Procurement - Prepare technical specifications and statements of work for suppliers. - Perform trade-off analyses and support supplier selection activities. - Monitor procurement and development activities through regular reviews with suppliers and partners. - Ensure successful delivery of hardware equipment according to project requirements. Prepare technical specifications and statements of work for suppliers. Perform trade-off analyses and support supplier selection activities. Monitor procurement and development activities through regular reviews with suppliers and partners. Ensure successful delivery of hardware equipment according to project requirements. Verification, Validation & Product Assurance - Ensure compliance with applicable space standards, including ECSS requirements. - Lead equipment-level verification and validation activities. - Support qualification, acceptance, and environmental testing campaigns. - Prepare and participate in technical reviews including PDR, CDR, and Qualification Reviews. Ensure compliance with applicable space standards, including ECSS requirements. Lead equipment-level verification and validation activities. Support qualification, acceptance, and environmental testing campaigns. Prepare and participate in technical reviews including PDR, CDR, and Qualification Reviews. Cross-Functional Collaboration - Work closely with Engineering, Systems, AIT, Quality, Supply Chain, and Project teams. - Coordinate hardware contributors, both internal and external. - Represent Exotrail in technical discussions with customers, suppliers, and partners. - Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and engineering best practices. Work closely with Engineering, Systems, AIT, Quality, Supply Chain, and Project teams. Coordinate hardware contributors, both internal and external. Represent Exotrail in technical discussions with customers, suppliers, and partners. Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and engineering best practices., You will work alongside passionate experts in a fast-growing international company at the forefront of the New Space industry, developing the next generation of in-orbit mobility solutions., Team events and afterworks - On-site osteopathy sessions on both sites - Collaborative and supportive work culture Team events and afterworks On-site osteopathy sessions on both sites Collaborative and supportive work culture Our recruitment process is designed to be efficient while giving you the opportunity to meet the key stakeholders involved in the role: HR Interview with our Talent Acquisition team to discuss your background, motivations, and career aspirations. Hiring Manager Interview to explore your experience, skills, and fit with the team and projects. Technical Interview with our experts to assess your technical knowledge and problem-solving approach. Final Interview to discuss the role, expectations, and answer any remaining questions. We strive to provide feedback throughout the process and ensure a positive candidate experience. We look forward to getting to know you and exploring how you can contribute to Exotrail's mission.