Working Student - Electrical Engineering & Power Electronics (m/f/d)
NEX Aero GmbH Office, NEX Aero GmbH HQ
Part-time
Working Student
About the role
As a Working Student in Electrical Engineering & Power Electronics, you will support the development and validation of electronic components for UAV platforms. Working closely with mechanical, electrical, hardware and software engineers, you will contribute to electronic system development, integration, testing and flight test activities, gaining hands-on experience from concept development through real-world validation.
Your responsibilities
- Support the design, simulation and validation of embedded and power electronics for UAV systems
- Assist in the development, assembly and testing of prototype electronic hardware, including motor controllers, interface boards and supporting electronics
- Contribute to schematic design, PCB layout, PCB design reviews, board bring-up, debugging and validation of electronic systems
- Assist in laboratory, bench and propulsion testing activities, including instrumentation, data collection and analysis
- Support the integration of electronic systems into UAV platforms, working closely with mechanical and software teams
- Contribute to wiring, soldering, assembly, rework and troubleshooting of prototype hardware and UAV subsystems
- Support flight test activities, including preparation, execution, data collection and analysis
- Document hardware, software, assumptions and results to support development, validation and knowledge transfer
Your profile
- Currently enrolled in a bachelor’s or master’s degree in electrical engineering, or a related field
- Strong interest in Electrical Engineering, Power Electronics and UAVs
- Hands-on mentality with the ability and willingness to assemble, wire, solder, test and troubleshoot prototype hardware
- Interest in developing, testing and improving prototype hardware for real-world flight applications
- Experience with laboratory equipment such as oscilloscopes, power supplies and multimeters is a plus
- Experience with Altium Designer and PCB development is a plus
- Initial programming experience in C/C++ or willingness to learn and apply it in embedded electronics.
- Independent, proactive, and technically curious, comfortable navigating ambiguity and taking ownership of complex problems
- Strong communication skills and fluency in English
About us
Who We Are - NEX Aero
At NEX Aero, we are redefining how critical cargo moves across the world.We design, build, and operate next-generation heavy-duty drones capable of reaching places traditional logistics can’t, connecting remote communities, enabling urgent healthcare deliveries, and strengthening supply chains in a changing world.
Based in Munich, we are an ambitious team of engineers, operators, and innovators working hands-on at the intersection of aerospace, clean technology, and logistics. Our work moves beyond prototypes, it creates real-world impact where reliability, reach, and resilience matter most.
At NEX Aero, you won’t just build systems. You’ll help unlock access, progress, and opportunity for industries and communities worldwide.
Benefits — What You Can Expect
- Purpose-Driven Work: Join a mission that matters, advancing sustainable logistics and connecting the disconnected.
- Cutting-Edge Innovation: Work hands-on with next-generation drone systems, hydrogen technologies, and autonomous operations.
- Fast-Paced Learning: Grow faster through deep technical challenges, field missions, and cross-disciplinary collaboration.
- Collaborative Culture: We value clear communication, radical ownership, and low-ego teamwork across every role and level.
- Professional Growth: Shape your role as we scale, with opportunities to lead projects, innovate solutions, and expand your expertise.
- Attractive Locations: Work from our modern office or our R&D lab, both close to the center of Munich, with flexible working options depending on your role.
- Health and Well-being: As an employee, enjoy the benefits of a WELLPASS membership.
- Real-World Impact: See the results of your work directly, from successful flight tests to critical deliveries that move what matters most.
At NEX Aero, we are serious about the mission, and we enjoy the ride.