Automation/Electrical Engineer — HiL Test Platform Development

Here at The Exploration Company, we are building innovative aerospace technologies that advance the future of space transportation.

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 components and interfaces for the test platforms

• Performing make-or-buy analysis, managing suppliers and coordinating with procurement

• Supporting the integration of real-time simulation environments and electrical interfaces (e.g., power supplies, loads, relays, sensors, signal conditioning)

• Contributing to risk assessments and FMEAs related to electrical design

• Driving continuous improvement to increase the safety, efficiency, and modularity of test platforms

What we would love to see from you

Ideally, you bring the following experience and qualifications:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical, Electronic, or Automation Engineering

• Strong understanding of electrical system design, circuit protection, and signal integrity

• Solid knowledge of industry standards and regulations (e.g., IEC/EN standards, Machinery Directive, CE marking)

• Experience using electrical CAD tools (e.g., EPLAN, Zuken, or equivalent) for schematic design and documentation

• Knowledge of electronic circuit design (analog and digital) is a plus

• Experience working in aerospace, automotive, or industrial automation is highly desirable

• Familiarity with HiL testing, test bench architecture, or EGSE systems is a plus

• Excellent problem-solving skills and a pragmatic, cost-conscious design mindset

• Fluent in English (spoken and written); German is a plus

Why you should join us!

What makes us special here at The Exploration Company and why we think you will enjoy working here is:  

• We’re Agile - we make decisions fast whilst keeping our goals and systems in mind 

• We’re Open and Collaborative - we are transparent about risks and obstacles, so that we can cooperate to overcome them  

• We have a lot of Fun - we refuel our energy knowing we are democratising space. It’s a wonderful and rare opportunity, are YOU up for the challenge?  

We'd love to hear from you if you wish to be a part of our journey. Please submit your CV now for immediate consideration and we will be in touch shortly. 
 
The Exploration Company is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status or disability status. Relocation assistance is provided for those willing to relocate including visa sponsorship where applicable.  


All offers are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check, which will be subject to the country, role, and project you applied for. By submitting your application, you acknowledge and agree that any offer of employment may be conditional upon successful condition of this check. The Exploration Company partners with Zinc Work Limited located in the UK (Zinc), a third-party provider, to ensure this process as efficient and transparent as possible.

If applicable, you will receive an email from Zinc upon acceptance of your offer with a link to a secure portal where you can provide the required information to Zinc.