Working Student (m/f/d) – Altium Designer Library Management

Join Axon and be a Force for Good.

At Axon, we’re on a mission to Protect Life. We’re explorers, pursuing society’s most critical safety and justice issues with our ecosystem of devices and cloud software. Like our products, we work better together. We connect with candor and care, seeking out diverse perspectives from our customers, communities and each other.

Life at Axon is fast-paced, challenging and meaningful. Here, you’ll take ownership and drive real change. Constantly grow as you work hard for a mission that matters at a company where you matter.

Introduction:
Are you passionate about electronics and PCB design? Join our development team in Kassel and support us in maintaining and expanding our electronic component library in Altium Designer. This is a great opportunity to gain hands-on experience with professional EDA tools in a fast-paced tech environment.

Responsibilities:

• Maintain and update schematic symbols and PCB footprints in Altium Designer
• Create new components according to design standards
• Ensure consistency, quality, and documentation of library entries
• Collaborate with engineers to validate and test components
• Assist in streamlining the library structure for ease of use and scalability

Qualifications:

• Enrolled in a technical field of study (e.g., Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Computer Engineering)
• Basic knowledge of electronics and PCB design principles
• Ability to read and understand component datasheets
• Familiarity with Altium Designer or other EDA tools (training can be provided)
• Experience in technical / mechanical drawing
• Experience with 3D design tools (e.g., FreeCad, Fusion 360, SolidWorks) is a plus
• Structured and detail-oriented working style
• Proactive communication and willingness to learn
• English skills at B2 level or higher (written and spoken); German is a plus

We Offer:

• Startup atmosphere with diverse tasks and high learning potential
• Flexible working hours (approx. 10-20 hours/week)
• International, motivated development team
• Flat hierarchies and room for your ideas
• Partial remote work possible

Don’t meet every single requirement? That's ok. At Axon, we Aim Far. We think big with a long-term view because we want to reinvent the world to be a safer, better place. We are also committed to building diverse teams that reflect the communities we serve.

Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they check every box in the job description. If you’re excited about this role and our mission to Protect Life but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification listed here, we encourage you to apply anyways. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

Important Notes

The above job description is not intended as, nor should it be construed as, exhaustive of all duties, responsibilities, skills, efforts, or working conditions associated with this job. The job description may change or be supplemented at any time in accordance with business needs and conditions.

Some roles may also require legal eligibility to work in a firearms environment.

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