Hardware Engineer

Hardware Engineer (w/m/d)

Join Thales as a Hardware Engineer, located in Zürich, focusing on digital and physical security solutions for the Swiss armed forces and security organizations.

Thales is a global technology leader in defence and security. We develop interoperable and secure information and telecommunications systems, including 4G mobile communications, cryptography, cloud computing and big data, for defence, security and civil operators.

• Own the development of electronic hardware components (power management systems) from circuit design to PCB layout.
• Integrate, commission and test the hardware within the overall system, systematically identifying and fixing faults.
• Collaborate closely with software and design teams to ensure coordinated and high‑quality product development.
• Participate in verification, validation, qualification and industrialisation of modules and systems.
• Optionally take responsibility for system definition and specification, and contribute to technical steering of the development team.

• Completed studies in electrical engineering or a comparable degree (FH, university, ETH) and several years of experience in developing electronic modules and systems, ideally in power management.
• Strong knowledge of circuit design, EMC‑compliant design and safe handling of EDA tools for PCB layout and circuit simulation.
• Experience with testing and measuring electronic components and creating technical documentation and specifications.
• Excellent German and English communication skills.
• Strong teamwork, initiative and structured working style.

A full‑time, permanent contract with flexible and mobile work options, equity participation program, complementary benefits, international development opportunities, comprehensive training, regular development conversations, and a supportive work environment.

Contact:
Lisa Ungemach, Talent Acquisition Partner,