Senior Avionics Engineer (f/m/d)

TYTAN TechnologiesAt TYTAN, we aim to set a global standard in autonomous air defense with AI-driven, cost-efficient systems that counter unmanned aerial threats at scale. We protect people. We protect critical infrastructure. We protect European sovereignty. We are looking for a Senior Avionics Engineer to define, implement, and validate the avionics architecture of advanced UAV platforms. You will be responsible for integrating autonomy, GNC, and command & control (C2) into a coherent, reliable onboard system across fixed-wing, VTOL and transitioning aircrafts. This role is hands-on, system-level, and deployment-focused. You will work at the intersection of hardware and software, ensuring that all onboard systems communicate reliably and perform in real operational environments. You will act as a technical sparring partner across avionics and system integration, contributing experience, pragmatism, and strong engineering judgment. Your roadmap to make an impactDefine and own the end-to-end avionics architecture for UAV platforms, from concept to operational deployment Define and implement system-level integration of flight control (GNC), autonomy stacks, and C2 links Design and manage onboard communication architectures (e.g., MAVLink, DDS, Ethernet, CAN, serial protocols) Integrate and validate flight controllers, companion computers, sensors, radios, and payload systems Ensure robust data flow, synchronization, and fault-tolerant behavior across all subsystems Take avionics systems from lab setup to real aircraft, ensuring reliable sim-to-real and bench-to-flight transition Lead and support hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) and system-level testing, including debugging complex integration issues Work closely with GNC, autonomy, C2, and EWIS/electrical teams to ensure tight system coupling and clean interfaces Support flight testing, including system bring-up, monitoring, logging, and post-flight analysis Define and implement system monitoring, health checks, and fail-safe strategies Document system architectures, interfaces, and integration workflows in a clear and maintainable way Support integration into customer and operational environments, including Bundeswehr (Bw) requirements 5+ of hands-on experience in avionics, robotics, or UAV system integration Strong experience working with real UAV systems, ideally across fixed-wing and/or VTOL platforms Proven track record of integrating complex systems (flight controllers, companion computers, sensors, radios) into a working aircraft Strong understanding of system architecture, interfaces, and real-time data flow Experience with autopilot systems (e.g., PX4) and UAV software stacks Proficiency in C++ and Python, with practical experience in ROS2 or similar middleware Hands-on experience with communication protocols (e.g., MAVLink, CAN, UART, Ethernet, DDS) Comfortable debugging hardware-software integration issues in real systems Experience with Linux-based systems, embedded computing, and system bring-up Strong systems-thinking mindset: understanding of how everything connects and fails together Nice to haveExperience with C2 systems and radio link integration, including bandwidth and latency considerations Experience with HIL/SIL testing setups and simulation integration Experience supporting flight testing and field deployments Background in defense or safety-critical systems Why TYTAN?Build technology with real operational impact: Develop autonomous defence systems designed to protect lives and strengthen Europe’s security Shape scalable defence capabilities: Work on solutions built for mass deployment, cost efficiency, resilience, and reliable production at scale Contribute to networked air defence: Help integrate our systems into multi-layered defence architectures alongside sensors, command systems, and effectors Develop for real-world operations: Build capabilities together with end users and improve them continuously based on direct oper