Lead Electrical & Electronic Hardware Engineer (Electric Propulsion) Location: Spain ✛ This role is being managed exclusively by HYTE on a retained basis ✛ Direct applications and confidential enquiries are welcomed ✛ Overview ✛ HYTE is supporting an innovative electric aviation company developing next-generation electric propulsion systems for regional aircraft. The organisation is at the forefront of enabling zero-emissions aviation, with programmes spanning aircraft conversion, propulsion integration and certification. As part of its continued growth, the company is seeking a Lead Electrical & Electronic Hardware Engineer to take ownership of hardware development across propulsion systems. Hands-on engineering delivery (design, integration, V&V;) Certification ownership and authority interface (EASA, DO-254, DO-160 G) The successful candidate will play a central role in defining and delivering certifiable hardware systems, working across the full lifecycle from architecture through to qualification and approval.



✛ Key Responsibilities ✛ Lead the end-to-end development of electrical and electronic hardware systems, from requirements through design, integration, verification and certification.
Lead and mentor hardware engineering activities, ensuring delivery against programme milestones. Coordinate closely with systems, software, propulsion and certification teams to ensure integrated system delivery. Battery Management Systems (BMS) Power Distribution Units (PDU / HVPDU) Inverter and power electronics systems Oversee detailed design activities including schematics, PCB layout, integration and validation.
Lead verification, validation and analysis activities using simulation and hardware tools.
Candidate Profile ✛ Degree in Electrical or Electronic Engineering (Bachelor's or Master's). DO-254 (hardware design assurance) DO-160 G (environmental & EMC) ARP4754 A / ARP4761 (system development & safety) Hands-on experience developing propulsion-related hardware systems

📌 Lead electrical (Santander)
🏢 HYTE®
📍 Santander