For permanent employment OHB System AG in Oberpfaffenhofen is looking for a
Printed Circuit Board Layout Design Engineer (m/f/d)
As a PCB Layout Design Engineer at OHB, you will play a key role in the development of high-performance electronic units for satellites. Your work will directly contribute to missions that process high-resolution image data, control precision mechanisms, and operate reliably in the harsh environment of space. We are looking for an experienced engineer who combines deep technical expertise with a strong sense of ownership and quality. You will work in a multidisciplinary, international team of passionate professionals who are driven by technical excellence and the ambition to deliver reliable solutions for space applications.
Your Tasks
- Design complex, high-performance PCB layouts based on specifications from circuit designers
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Define, maintain, and apply PCB design rules in accordance with IPC and ECSS standards
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Create and maintain schematic diagrams in close collaboration with hardware developers
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Generate complete manufacturing documentation, including drawings, bills of materials, and production data
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Develop and manage footprint libraries and component master data in line with internal design guidelines and manufacturing processes
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Review externally developed layouts and coordinate with external layout service providers
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Perform signal integrity and power integrity simulations using tools such as HyperLynx
Your Qualifications
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University degree in electrical engineering, microsystems engineering, or a comparable field
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Several years of hands-on experience in designing complex, high-density PCB layouts using Siemens PADS Professional or Xpedition
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Strong experience with high-speed, HDI, power electronics, mixed-signal, RF (up to several GHz), and high-voltage designs
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Solid understanding of signal integrity, power integrity, and EMC considerations in PCB layout
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Experience in routing differential pairs, delay matching, and managing return paths for high-speed signals
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Excellent communication skills in English (written and spoken)
Nice to have
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Practical experience with PCB layout for space applications according to ECSS-Q-ST-70-12.
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Experience with signal integrity analysis tools (e.g., HyperLynx or equivalent).
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Programming skills in one or more languages such as Python, C/C++, Tcl, etc.
We offer
Work Life Balance: Flexible working hours, sabbatical, 30 days vacation & special leave days
Mobile Work: Hybrid work & mobile work abroad
Structured on-boarding process (incl. Assignment of a buddy in the first months)
Development: Extensive range of training courses, individual professional development, German language courses & annual employee dialogue
Additional benefits: 13. monthly salary, accident insurance & company pension plan
Catering: High standard company restaurant & generous meals subsidy
Active health promotion: Health management, E-GYM Wellpass & In-company sports groups
Family: Kindergarten subsidy / Kindergarten places, Childcare in the vacation period & paid child sickness days
Mobility: Subsidized Deutschland ticket, Job bike & parking lots
Company parties & events: Christmas party, Satellite launch events, NextGen Speakers Night
Innovation: Company suggestion system & free research and development
A complete overview of our benefits and more details can be found here on our website.
