Automation/Electrical Engineer — HiL Test Platform Development
This role is no longer accepting external applications
It closed on 9/2/2026. The full description is kept below for reference. You can express your interest directly via ResumeKart below to be placed in our priority candidate showcase for recruiters hiring for similar roles.
Get alerts for roles like this
More Automation/Electrical Engineer — HiL Test Platform Development roles in Munich, Germany — straight to your inbox. No account needed.
Applying to this role? Tailor your résumé to this job description in one click, then download it clean — no watermark, no subscription.
Job Description
Here at The Exploration Company, we are developing, producing, and operating Nyx, a modular and reusable space orbital vehicle that can eventually be refuelled in orbit and that can carry cargo - and potentially humans in the longer run.
We are looking for a passionate and experienced Automation/Electrical Engineer to join our HiL/EGSE Engineering Team in Munich.
You will contribute to the design, development, and integration of complex Hardware-in-the-Loop (HiL) platforms , supporting the verification and validation of avionics and electrical subsystems.
These platforms are composed of hundreds of electrical and electronic components (both COTS and custom-made) and must meet CE marking and Machinery Directive compliance. Your work will have a direct impact on the performance, reliability, and safety of critical aerospace systems.
Key Responsibilities
In your role as an Automation/Electrical Engineer for HiL Platform Development, you will be responsible for the following: Lead the compliant design of electrical schematics for both power and signal circuits Define and implement safety devices, protection mechanisms, and power management solutions Be responsible for the overall electrical design of the HiL test laboratory Develop and support electrical setups for component and subsystem testing — ranging from simple rigs to highly integrated systems Ensure compliance with industry standards , CE marking, and applicable electrical safety regulations Collaborate with a highly skilled cross-functional team (software, simulation, mechanical, avionics) throughout the development lifecycle Participate in technical reviews , support documentation efforts, and ensure traceability of requirements Occasionally travel abroad to support customers, suppliers, or company affiliates You and your team will be in charge of: Defining the architecture of HiL electrical systems , ensuring scalability, reliability, and maintainability Selecting, specifying, and integrating electrical comp
Required Skills
Similar Jobs
Other open roles matched to this job's skills and location.
Prepare to Win This Role
Everything you need to ace the interview and negotiate top-of-band compensation.