Senior Electronics Developer - Power Electronics (m/w/x)

Role brief

Project Description: Technology excites you? Us too! To strengthen our expert team at our customer in the defense industry, we are looking for a Senior Electronics Developer - Power Electronics (m/w/x) on a permanent basis at K-tronik. We look forward to getting to know you personally - and working together with passion and team spirit on exciting projects and forward-looking technologies. Responsibilities: You analyze existing devices, interfaces, and obsolescence drivers and develop sustainable concepts for the further development and modernization of existing systems based on this analysis Based on system requirements, you develop and dimension converter stages, control loops, analog interfaces, filters, magnetic components, and protection functions You select suitable components taking into account performance, derating, reliability, lifecycle, availability, and supply security In close collaboration with the PCB layout, mechanical, cable development, systems development, and test engineering departments, you coordinate technical decisions and ensure successful implementation To validate your development decisions, you create calculations, simulations, schematics, design descriptions, and technical justifications for formal reviews You accompany prototypes from initial commissioning through technical failure analysis and conduct thorough root cause investigations Additionally, you support qualification planning, technical risk management, as well as the creation of effort estimates and work package planning With your experience, you mentor junior and associate developers, share your expertise, and actively contribute to building robust development and review processes Qualifications: Completed degree in electrical engineering, electronics, or a comparable field or vocational training Demonstrable expertise in power electronics and power supply design is mandatory for this position You also have several years of experience in analog electronics development You are characterized by sound knowledge of converter topologies, control methods, magnetic components, EMC/EMI, thermal design, derating concepts, and protection circuits Furthermore, you have successfully accompanied hardware developments throughout the entire product lifecycle - from requirements gathering through detailed development, integration, and verification to release You are routinely proficient with simulation tools and modern laboratory measurement equipment Experience in aerospace, military, or high-reliability electronics or in comparably regulated development environments is particularly welcome Ideally, you also have knowledge of relevant safety standards, environmental qualifications, and military standards, such as MIL-STD-882E, DO-254, DO-160, or DIN EN 61508 For collaboration in an international environment, you have very good English language skills; German language skills are advantageous Willingness to travel occasionally on business Benefits: Collegial and friendly working atmosphere Flexible working hours 30 days of vacation and flexible vacation planning Regular team events Recognized as a Kununu TOP Company Corporate benefits (employee offers) Free beverages Individual training opportunities 360° support: feedback conversations, career planning, relocation assistance, etc. [Auto-translated from German]