Senior Systems Engineer (m/f/d), Vienna

Would you like to help develop and deliver satellite test systems that support some of the most advanced space programs? In this role, you will transform customer requirements into robust technical solutions, from design and implementation to testing and delivery. Come and join us!

We are facing an exciting future with considerable growth and demanding changes. We continue to evolve our advanced technologies and mission critical solutions for the defense and aerospace industry to deliver real-world solutions that matter to the security of people on land, at sea and in the air. Therefore, we are looking for Senior Systems Engineer to become part of this journey and contribute to our overall purpose – securing people through advanced technology.

Your role as part of the team

As our new Senior Systems Engineer, you will play a key role in designing, implementing, and testing satellite test systems based on customer requirements. You will work across the full solution lifecycle, combining software development, engineering expertise, and hands-on testing to deliver high-quality solutions for customers in the space industry.

You will join a highly dynamic team supporting a successful product within the space industry. Together, the team designs, configures, assembles, integrates, tests, and delivers products to satellite manufacturers around the world. The team values collaboration, knowledge sharing, curiosity, and continuous learning, creating an environment where people and technology develop together.

Technical skills matter, but your mindset matters even more. If you consider yourself curious, collaborative, and motivated by solving complex technical challenges in a structured way while bringing your own perspective and ideas, you could be a great addition to our team.

How you will make a meaningful contribution

In this role, you will contribute to a range of tasks across your area of responsibility. Your key responsibilities include:

• Understanding customer requirements and translating them into technical solutions for satellite test systems
• Design, implement, and test system solutions, ensuring quality and reliability throughout the development process
• Develop software solutions using technologies such as C++ and Python in GNU/Linux environments
• Work with test equipment including oscilloscopes, power supplies, and multimeters to validate and troubleshoot solutions
• Collaborate with colleagues and stakeholders throughout design, integration, testing, and customer delivery activities.
  
  

Bring your expertise into play

To thrive in this role, we imagine that you bring some of the following qualifications:

• Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or a similar technical discipline
• Experience with GNU/Linux systems and software development
• Knowledge of C++ and Python programming
• Experience working with version control systems such as Git
• Experience with FPGA development and common office tools is an advantage, but not a requirement.
  
  

Most importantly, we believe diverse experiences add value to our team and organization. Therefore, we encourage you to apply even if you do not meet all the above requirements.

As we are an international organization, it is important that you are fluent in English both in writing and verbal at a professional level. German knowledge would be an advantage.

Please also note that valid authorization to work in Austria is required for this position.

Let’s secure people through advanced technology

We believe that different perspectives, experiences, and backgrounds make us stronger. We are committed to creating a more diverse and balanced workplace that reflects the talent and perspectives around us. By creating an inclusive environment with equal opportunities to contribute, grow, and succeed, we aim to broaden our talent pool and strengthen our teams for the future. We want everyone to feel welcome, valued, and confident in pursuing their ambitions at Terma.

When joining Terma, we promise that you will experience great people, challenging tasks, and the opportunity to make an impact. Our culture is built on trust, collaboration, and knowledge sharing, where learning is embedded in everyday work and supported by colleagues across all career stages.



Benefits at Terma

At Terma, we prioritize the well-being of our employees, ensuring they are well taken care of. Joining our team comes with a multitude of perks designed to enhance your social life, cultural experiences, and health.

• Excellent workplace atmosphere in a multicultural, dynamic and inspiring team
• Structured onboarding and buddy program, along with ongoing opportunities for professional and personal development
• Flexible working hours model (flextime, up to 40% remote work possible, additional days off)
• Diverse benefits such as subsidized on-site restaurant, fruit basket, free beverages (coffee, tea, hot chocolate), discount vouchers, health initiatives, financial contributions toward selected personal and health-related expenses, employer-sponsored pension plan as well as team events and company celebrations
• Good public transport connections and on-site parking options
  
  

The base pay is composed of the amount according to the Collective Agreement of the Austrian Electrical and Electronics Industry which is at least EUR 4,472.11 gross per month (x 14) and an overpayment depending on your qualifications and experience.

We are all Terma - diverse in skills and equal in value. That is why we encourage all individuals to apply and are committed to ensuring that every employee has equal opportunities to succeed and feel respected and valued within our organization. To support an unbiased evaluation process, we kindly encourage applicants to omit personal details such as photos and age from their applications.

If you would like to take on the challenge of working in an innovative company, we look forward to receiving your application. A resume is required, while a cover letter is optional. To ensure that your application will reach us and is properly processed, we only accept applications via www.terma.com. Applications will be processed continuously.



Do you have any questions regarding the position?

Feel free to contact Hiring Manager on e-mail: IZPO@terma.com

Location of position:

• Vienna