Electronics Technician

Electronics Technician

Hardware Engineering — UAV Systems

Company: EagleNXT - senseFly SA

Department: Hardware Engineering

Location: Cheseaux-sur-Lausanne, Vaud, Switzerland

Reports to: Head of Hardware

Job type: Full-time/Part-time - 80% or more

Position 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, R&D 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 your profile and experience.  

Core Responsibilities

Incoming Inspection and PCB Quality

• Perform incoming inspection of prototype, pre-series, and production PCBs: visual inspection, electrical checks, and basic functional tests according to defined procedures.
• Apply proper ESD handling practices throughout inspection, assembly, and storage.
• Identify, document, and escalate non-conformities in coordination with Hardware Engineering and Quality, and support root cause analysis.

Electrical Measurements and Hardware Validation

• Perform electrical measurements according to test plans defined with hardware engineers and write the associated structured test reports (conditions, results, deviations, conclusions).
• Use standard laboratory instruments: multimeters, oscilloscopes, power supplies, electronic loads, various probes, and, when required, spectrum analyzers.
• Execute board bring-up, functional checks, integration, and performance validation of electronic boards against operational and design requirements.
• Contribute to qualification tests and environmental protection activities, including conformal coating/tropicalization of production boards.

Soldering, Rework and Prototype Modification

• Perform high-quality SMD soldering following good workmanship practices, on small components and advanced packages (0201, 0402, SOT-23, DFN, QFN, etc.).
• Carry out clean, reliable patches on prototype electronic boards.
• Assemble and modify cables, harnesses, connectors, and small electronic subassemblies.
• Perform battery pack assembly strictly according to defined procedures and lithium battery safety rules.

Hardware Laboratory and Workshop Management

• Keep the hardware laboratory and workshop organized, clean, safe, and efficient.
• Manage workshop stock and lab consumables: ordering, tracking, and storage.
• Follow up on calibration, maintenance, and availability of laboratory equipment.
• Order and track components for PCB prototyping and help prepare prototype BoMs.

Additional Responsibilities

Depending on profile and workload, the role also covers:

• Configuration, update, and maintenance of R&D drones and hardware platforms, including hardware preparation for other teams (tests, demonstrations, validation campaigns).
• Design, 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.
• Creation and maintenance of electronic components in OrCAD/KiCad libraries (symbols, footprints, metadata) and support of the component database in the PLM system.
• Production of small mechanical fixtures and lab tools using 3D printing.

Required Qualifications

• Technician ES/HF in electronics, electrical engineering, or industrial systems; or CFC in electronics/automation with solid hands-on experience in an R&D, production, or laboratory environment.
• French BTS, DUT/BUT, or equivalent European technical diploma in electronics is equally relevant.
• 2+ years of practical experience in electronics, hardware validation, PCB assembly, or laboratory testing.
• Strong hands-on soldering, PCB modification, and bench diagnostic skills.
• Ability to read schematics, BoMs, assembly drawings, and technical procedures, with a good understanding of basic analog, digital, and power electronics.
• Ability to follow test procedures, record results accurately, and write clear technical reports.
• Structured, precise, autonomous, and quality-oriented working style.
• Languages: fluent French required; technical English is a plus.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in UAVs, robotics, aerospace, avionics, or embedded/industrial electronic products.
• Familiarity with IPC workmanship standards (e.g. IPC-A-610 / IPC-7711-7721) or equivalent good soldering practices.
• Experience with OrCAD, Allegro, KiCad, or similar ECAD tools, and with PLM or component database management.
• Experience with battery assembly, conformal coating/tropicalization, or RF test equipment such as spectrum analyzers.
• Basic scripting or automation experience (Python, Arduino, Raspberry Pi) and 3D printing for fixtures and small tools.

Work Environment

This is a hands-on, on-site role based in Cheseaux-sur-Lausanne, within a small hardware team. The position involves daily work in the hardware laboratory, workshop, and drone integration areas. Occasional support to field tests or validation campaigns may be required.

Legal Requirements

A valid Swiss work permit or EU/EFTA citizenship is required.

About EagleNXT

EagleNXT develops high-performance drones, advanced sensors, and intelligent software solutions delivering critical aerial intelligence to customers around the world. Our platforms support demanding applications across defense, public safety, agriculture, infrastructure, mining, and environmental monitoring.

Joining the Hardware Engineering team means working close to the product, contributing directly to the quality, reliability, and performance of UAV systems deployed in real operational conditions.