Senior Electrical Systems Engineer UAV

Our client is an innovative Dutch high-tech company developing advanced unmanned aerial vehicles (UAV’s) and technologies for demanding operational environments. Combining aerospace engineering, autonomous systems and mission‑critical technology, they are helping shape next‑generation aerial capabilities. The environment is entrepreneurial, fast‑paced, engineering‑driven and offers the opportunity to work on technology with real‑world impact.
The challenge  As Senior Electrical Systems Engineer, you take technical ownership of the electrical architecture of advanced UAV/UAS platforms, driving robust integration from concept through validation and series production.

Key responsibilities include:

Defining and integrating electrical architectures covering power distribution, avionics, sensors, C2 and payload systems
Designing and reviewing high‑reliability schematics and PCB solutions for production‑ready applications
Driving EMC/EMI robustness, redundancy and fail‑operational concepts
Supporting integration of RF communication links, antennas, GNSS and communication systems
Leading verification, validation and acceptance testing activities
Performing reliability and safety analyses including FMEA and FTA
Contributing to certification readiness and scalable product development for operational deployment

Your profile   We are looking for a hands‑on systems‑minded engineer who combines electrical depth with broad integration understanding. You bring:
BSc or MSc in Electrical Engineering, Aerospace, Mechatronics or similar
5+ years’ experience in electrical systems design within UAV/UAS, aerospace, robotics or other high‑reliability environments
Strong knowledge of power electronics, battery/BMS systems and embedded interfaces

Experience with EMC/EMI, safety‑critical design and verification methodologies
Familiarity with RF integration, data links and communication systems
Experience translating complex engineering challenges into robust production solutions
A proactive, ownership‑driven mindset and strong multidisciplinary collaboration skills
What our client offers   A key engineering role in an innovative company operating at the forefront of autonomous and defence‑related technologies
Direct impact on products used in mission‑critical environments
Strong technical autonomy and room to shape solutions
Coaching and professional growth opportunities
27 vacation days and flexible working hours (38‑hour week)
Travel reimbursement or fully covered NS Business Card
Informal high‑tech culture with short lines, strong team spirit and room for initiative
Interested in joining?  Please reach out to Ricardo Blom of High Tech Source (ricardoblom or ).

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