Electrical Engineer (UAV Avionics, Power & EMI-Resilient Systems)

Research & Development · DeltaQuad Netherlands

As a Electrical Engineer, you'll be responsible for the design, development and integration of mission-critical electrical and avionics systems for advanced UAV platforms.

On a mission

At DeltaQuad, you’ll work on technology that truly matters. As a pioneer in long-range electric VTOL drones (Vertical Take-Off and Landing), we develop robust systems in collaboration with trusted partners, deployed across the globe in defence, agriculture and inspection. Our drones are reliable, user-friendly, and built to perform in demanding environments.

We combine technical innovation with a pragmatic mindset. What we do today shapes where we’ll be tomorrow — and you’ll play a crucial role in that journey.

Our core values

• Partnerships – Growing together through long-term collaboration

• Customer focus – Thinking and acting with the customer in mind

• Ownership – Taking responsibility for what we do

• Innovation – Finding smart, practical solutions

• Excellence – Focused on quality and results

• Team spirit – Building trust, growth, and enjoyment together

The role

As an Electrical Engineer at DeltaQuad, you take technical ownership of the design, development, and integration of mission-critical electrical and avionics systems for advanced UAV platforms.

You define and implement the electrical architecture, integrating subsystems such as power distribution, avionics, PX4/Pixhawk-based flight control systems, C2 and GCS interfaces, sensors, RF communication links, and mission payloads.

You design and iterate compact, low-power, SWaP-optimised avionics and interface boards for UAVs operating in GPS-denied and electronically contested environments. Your work emphasises reliability, safety, EMI robustness, and scalability for series production.

You are actively involved in schematic design, PCB layout, and system-level integration, ensuring designs meet high standards for manufacturability, consistency, and compliance.

With strong expertise in power electronics, energy management, and battery/BMS systems, you implement robust grounding, shielding, and noise mitigation strategies.

You enjoy solving complex cross-domain challenges, from RF interference and power integrity issues to system-level failures — and contribute to building dependable, production-ready UAV platforms that enhance operational resilience and safety across Europe.

Key responsibilities

• Design and own electrical architectures for mission-critical UAV systems

• Develop and review schematics and multi-layer PCBs (Altium/KiCad) for high-power, high-reliability, EMC-critical applications

• Design SWaP-optimised avionics and power distribution systems, including protections and redundancy for critical loads

• Integrate PX4/Pixhawk-based hardware, including sensor buses, power trees, and safety circuits

• Ensure robust EMI/EMC performance through grounding schemes, filtering, shielding, and domain separation

• Integrate RF systems (antennas, radios, GNSS, data links) with strong focus on signal integrity and interference mitigation

• Perform system-level debugging and root-cause analysis using lab instrumentation (oscilloscopes, logic analysers, current probes)

• Conduct FMEA, FTA, and reliability/safety analyses

• Define and lead verification, validation, and acceptance testing, including HIL and flight testing

• Support certification and compliance activities (aerospace/military standards)

• Contribute across the full product lifecycle: requirements → design → bring-up → testing → iteration → release

• Collaborate closely with mechanical, software, systems, and flight test teams

What you bring

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Systems & Control, Aerospace, Mechatronics, or a related field

• 4–8+ years of experience in embedded electronics for UAVs, robotics, or safety-critical systems

• Strong experience with electrical system design for UAVs, including avionics and power systems

• Solid understanding of PX4/Pixhawk architectures and real-world integration

• Expertise in power electronics, battery systems, and efficient DC distribution

• Strong PCB design skills (multi-layer stackups, dense routing, manufacturing-ready documentation)

• Deep understanding of EMI/EMC, grounding, and noise mitigation techniques

• Knowledge of RF fundamentals (impedance matching, signal integrity, grounding)

• Experience with embedded controllers, sensors, actuators, and communication interfaces (CAN, UART, Ethernet)

• Familiarity with FPGA-based systems and hardware–software interaction is a plus

• Experience with UAV testing workflows: simulation, HIL, field testing, and flight validation

• Proven ability to deliver production-ready hardware (TRL 6–8), from concept to release

• Strong ownership mindset, proactive communication, and team collaboration skills

What we offer

• Coaching and professional growth opportunities

• 27 vacation days (based on full-time)

• 38-hour workweek with flexible working hours

• Travel reimbursement of €0.25/km or full compensation for public transport (2nd class)

• Excellent pension scheme through the PME pension fund

• Work in an innovative, high-tech environment with real-world impact

• Open, informal company culture where your ideas are valued

• Lunch provided by DeltaQuad, monthly team drinks, and regular team activities

Please note that, as part of our recruitment process, we may request a Certificate of Conduct (VOG) and conduct a background screening in accordance with our screening policy. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation throughout this process.

Department

Research & Development

Role

Electrical Engineer

Locations

DeltaQuad Netherlands

Employment type

Full-time

Research & Development · DeltaQuad Netherlands

As a Electrical Engineer, you'll be responsible for the design, development and integration of mission-critical electrical and avionics systems for advanced UAV platforms.