Electronics Technician

ph3Electronics Technician /h3h3Hardware Engineering — UAV Systems /h3pbCompany: /b EagleNXT
- senseFly SA /ppbDepartment: /b Hardware Engineering /ppbLocation: /b Cheseaux-sur-Lausanne, Vaud, Switzerland /ppbReports to: /b Head of Hardware /ppbJob type: /b Full-time/Part-time
- 80% or more Position Summary /ppPosition Summary We are looking for a hands-on Electronics Technician to join a small, experienced hardware team developing advanced UAV electronic systems. You will work directly with hardware engineers on prototype boards, RD drones, test setups, and the day-to-day operations of the hardware laboratory. The core of the role is practical: incoming inspection of PCBs, bench measurements, high-quality SMD soldering and rework, prototype modification, and structured validation reporting. Around this core, you will contribute to lab management, drone configuration, test bench development, and CAD/PLM support, with scope adapted to

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and experience. /ph3Core Responsibilities /h3h3Incoming Inspection and PCB Quality /h3ulliPerform incoming inspection of prototype, pre-series, and production PCBs: visual inspection, electrical checks, and basic functional tests according to defined procedures. /liliApply proper ESD handling practices throughout inspection, assembly, and storage. /liliIdentify, document, and elevate non-conformities in coordination with Hardware Engineering and Quality, and support root cause analysis. /li /ulh3Electrical Measurements and Hardware Validation /h3ulliPerform electrical measurements according to test plans defined with hardware engineers and write the associated structured test reports (conditions, results, deviations, conclusions). /liliUse standard laboratory instruments: multimeters, oscilloscopes, power supplies, electronic loads, various probes, and, when required, spectrum analyzers. /liliExecute board bring-up, functional checks, integration, and performance validation of electronic boards against operational and design requirements. /liliContribute to qualification tests and environmental protection activities, including conformal coating/tropicalization of production boards. /li /ulh3Soldering, Rework and Prototype Modification /h3ulliPerform high-quality SMD soldering following good workmanship practices, on small components and advanced packages (0201, 0402, SOT-23, DFN, QFN, etc.). /liliCarry out clean, reliable patches on prototype electronic boards. /liliAssemble and modify cables, harnesses, connectors, and small electronic subassemblies. /liliPerform battery pack assembly strictly according to defined procedures and lithium battery safety rules. /li /ulh3Hardware Laboratory and Workshop Management /h3ulliKeep the hardware laboratory and workshop organized, clean, safe, and efficient. /liliManage workshop stock and lab consumables: ordering, tracking, and storage. /liliFollow up on calibration, maintenance, and availability of laboratory equipment. /liliOrder and track components for PCB prototyping and help prepare prototype BoMs. /li /ulh3Additional Responsibilities /h3pDepending on profile and workload, the role also covers: /pulliConfiguration, update, and maintenance of RD drones and hardware platforms, including hardware preparation for other teams (tests, demonstrations, validation campaigns). /liliDesign, build, and documentation of simple hardware test benches based on Arduino, Raspberry Pi, or similar platforms, and improvement of existing setups for repeatability and ease of use. /liliCreation and maintenance of electronic components in OrCAD/KiCad libraries (symbols, footprints, metadata) and support of the component database in the PLM system. /liliProduction of small mechanical fixtures and lab tools using 3D printing. /li /ulh3Required Qualifications /h3ulliTechnician ES/HF in electronics, electrical engineering, or industrial systems; or CFC in electronics/automation with solid hands-on experience in an RD, production, or laboratory environment. /liliFrench BTS, DUT/BUT, or equivalent European technical diploma in electronics is equally relevant. /lili2+ years of practical experience in electronics, hardware validation, PCB assembly, or laboratory testing. /liliStrong hands-on soldering, PCB modification, and bench diagnostic skills. /liliAbility to read schematics, BoMs, assembly drawings, and technical procedures, with a good understanding of basic analog, digital, and power electronics. /liliAbility to follow test procedures, record results accurately, and write clear technical reports. /liliStructured, precise, autonomous, and quality-oriented working style. /liliLanguages: fluent French required; technical English is a plus. /li /ulh3Preferred Qualifications /h3ulliExperience in UAVs, robotics, aerospace, avionics, or embedded/industrial electronic products. /liliFamiliarity with IPC workmanship standards (e.g. IPC-A-610 / IPC
- ) or equivalent good soldering practices. /liliExperience with OrCAD, Allegro, KiCad, or similar ECAD tool