Sr. Systems Engineer

Aeronamic; Almelo; Hybrid; EUR 67,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary €6,000–€8,500 per month (40h)

Bonuses (up to 10%)

40 vacation days

Travel reimbursement (up to 50 km)

Pension plan: 77% of employer premium

Health insurance contribution €176/mo

Training and development

Sports allowance and PMO support

Team events

Job summary

Aeronamic Innovations is seeking a Senior Systems Engineer to lead the development of advanced electric compressor systems from concept to production readiness. You will collaborate with senior leadership to translate innovative ideas into certified aviation products.

The role includes leading the TePS program under the Aviation in Transition initiative, working with international partners, and influencing strategic development in a high-visibility environment.

Qualifications

• An MSc in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical/Electronic Engineering, Systems Engineering, or a comparable discipline.
• At least 10 years of experience within aerospace or another highly regulated high-tech industry.
• Demonstrable experience leading multidisciplinary product development programs.
• Strong expertise in Systems Engineering.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
• An entrepreneurial, pragmatic, and hands-on mindset.
• Excellent command of the English language.

Responsibilities

• Lead multidisciplinary product development programs.
• Be responsible for Systems Engineering activities, from requirements definition through validation.
• Coordinate mechanical, electrical, software, and manufacturing disciplines.
• Manage technical risks, schedules, and project execution.
• Act as the technical link to customers, consortium partners, and certification authorities.
• Drive products toward certification and industrialization.
• Help further build a rapidly growing high-tech organization.

Skills

Leadership

Systems Engineering

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

Entrepreneurial mindset

English fluency

Education

MSc in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical/Electronic Engineering, Systems Engineering, or a comparable discipline

Job description

Aeronamic Innovations develops the next generation of electric compressor technology for the aerospace industry.

As a fast-growing business unit within Aeronamic, we combine the agility of a scale-up with more than 35 years of aerospace expertise. Together with leading international partners, we develop groundbreaking technologies for electric and hydrogen-powered aircraft that will shape the future of sustainable aviation.

To support our continued growth, we are looking for an experienced Senior Systems Engineer who enjoys taking responsibility for complex, multidisciplinary development projects and thrives in a dynamic, entrepreneurial environment.

Activities

Your challenge

You will lead the development project for advanced electric compressor systems, from concept through certification and production readiness.

Working closely with the General Manager, VP Product Development, Director Operations, and multidisciplinary engineering teams, you will translate innovative ideas into certified aviation products.

One of your first assignments will be to lead the prestigious TePS program, part of Aviation in Transition initiative funded by the Dutch National Growth Fund. Within this program, Aeronamic leads an international consortium developing technologies for the aircraft of tomorrow.

This is a highly visible position with significant technical and strategic influence.

What will you do?

• Lead multidisciplinary product development programs
• Be responsible for Systems Engineering activities, from requirements definition through validation
• Coordinate mechanical, electrical, software, and manufacturing disciplines
• Manage technical risks, schedules, and project execution
• Act as the technical link to customers, consortium partners, and certification authorities
• Drive products toward certification and industrialization
• Help further build a rapidly growing high-tech organization

Why Aeronamic?

This position offers much more than a traditional engineering role.

You will join a rapidly growing organization where decisions are made quickly, people know each other personally, and everyone contributes directly to the success of the company.

We offer:

• A key position within one of Europe’s most innovative aerospace companies
• The opportunity to play an important role in developing and realizing advanced technologies for more sustainable aviation
• High visibility and direct influence on strategic development programs
• Short communication lines and an entrepreneurial culture
• A highly motivated international team
• Hybrid working and partial remote-working opportunities
• Candidates living in the Netherlands or neighboring European countries are explicitly encouraged to apply
• English is the primary working language within the organization
• An excellent salary and attractive employment conditions

What we offer

We are known for our strong and comprehensive employment benefits. Below is a selection:

• Salary: € 6,000 – € 8,500 based on a work week of 40 hours (depending on experience and education)
• Multiple bonuses per year (up to 10%)
• 40(!) vacation days
• Travel reimbursement (up to 50 km)
• Pension plan: 77% of the premium paid by the employer
• Monthly health insurance contribution of € 176
• Room for training and personal development
• Sports allowance, PMO, and focus on sustainable employability
• Fun staff activities and team outings

You bring

You are an experienced Systems Engineer who combines technical excellence with leadership.

You bring the following:

• An MSc in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical/Electronic Engineering, Systems Engineering, or a comparable discipline
• At least 10 years of experience within aerospace or another highly regulated high-tech industry
• Demonstrable experience leading multidisciplinary product development programs
• Strong expertise in Systems Engineering
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills
• An entrepreneurial, pragmatic, and hands‑on mindset
• Excellent command of the English language

Experience with aircraft electrification, thermal management, power electronics, or high-speed rotating machinery is considered a strong advantage.