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Navigation Hardware Engineer (m/f/x)

On-site in Caldas da Rainha·Full-time·Added 10 days ago (last checked 28 Oct)

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Randstad Portugal

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Our summary

Contract: Full-time

Skills

This job advert was originally written in Portuguese.

Requirements

What we're looking for

skills
- Bachelor's/Master's Degree in Engineering (Electrical, Industrial Automation, or similar areas);
- Minimum of 3 to 4 years of experience in navigation hardware integration or control systems;
- Proficiency in C/C++ for embedded systems and a deep understanding of industrial/aeronautical communication protocols;
- Hands-on laboratory experience with oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and PCB prototyping tools;
- Mandatory fluency in the English language (internal and external communication).

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

main benefits
- Integration into a unique technological project with strong global projection;
- Attractive salary package compatible with demonstrated experience;
- Free daily shuttle service provided from Lisbon and Leiria to the workplace (Central Zone / Caldas da Rainha).
Randstad's mission is to become the most equitable and specialized talent company worldwide and, therefore, we reiterate that we welcome people with the most diverse abilities and experiences. We are committed to ensuring that our recruitment and hiring process meets the needs of all people. Should you require any adaptation to make your application or interview more comfortable, please do not hesitate to inform our recruitment consultants.

The role

Randstad is recruiting a Navigation Hardware Engineer for the Aerospace and Defense sector. Our client is a leading and pioneering company in the development of autonomous systems and advanced aerospace technologies, focusing on the development of high-reliability solutions for maritime security, defense, and intelligence missions.

Mission: To ensure that the "nervous system" of the AR5 system delivers high-fidelity data to the autopilot, free from noise, vibrations, or electromagnetic interference.

What you'll do

key responsibilities
- Lead the benchmarking of state-of-the-art sensors, balancing extreme performance with SWaP (Size, Weight, and Power) constraints;
- Design electronic and mechanical integration solutions, with a total focus on signal integrity, vibration isolation, and EMI/EMC shielding;
- Develop drivers and firmware (C/C++) for sensor interfacing via aeronautical protocols (DroneCAN, SPI, I2C, UART), ensuring precise temporal synchronization of data;
- Execute complex calibration routines (thermal compensation of IMUs, magnetometer calibration) and analyze flight logs to diagnose anomalous behaviors;
- Interpret complex telemetry to identify noise, bias, or sensor instability;
- Collaborate directly with the Flight Control Software team to align hardware capabilities with algorithm requirements.