Systems Design Engineer

SYOS Aerospace; Mount Maunganui; On-site; NZD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

SYOS Aerospace is seeking a Systems Design Engineer to shape architecture, integration, and validation of autonomous systems. You will translate stakeholder needs into clear system designs and ensure reliable performance across hardware, software and autonomy domains.

The role is cross-functional, coordinating with hardware, software and autonomy teams to deliver cohesive, high-performance solutions and rigorous testing. Visa sponsorship available for international candidates.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Systems Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field.
• 3+ years of systems engineering experience, preferably in aerospace, robotics, or autonomous systems.
• Experience with requirements management, system integration, and tools such as JIRA, Confluence, and DOORS.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with stakeholders and teams to gather and document functional and non-functional system requirements.
• Translate needs into detailed, verifiable system requirements and manage throughout the project lifecycle.
• Develop and maintain system architecture with major subsystems and interfaces for integration.

Skills

System thinking

Cross-functional collaboration

Problem solving

Requirements communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Systems Engineering

Tools

JIRA

Confluence

DOORS

Job description

SYOS is a fast-growing global robotics and aerospace company, driving the development of cutting-edge uncrewed vehicles (drones) across air, land, and sea for dual-use applications. We are committed to pushing technological boundaries and delivering exceptional products that consistently exceed customer expectations.

As a Systems Design Engineer, you will be instrumental in shaping the architecture, integration, and validation of our cutting-edge autonomous systems. You will lead the translation of stakeholder needs into clear system designs and ensure these complex systems perform reliably across all domains. This role is cross-functional, working closely with teams across hardware, software, and autonomy to deliver cohesive, high-performance solutions.

Job Responsibilities

• Collaborate with stakeholders and internal teams to gather, analyze, and document functional and non-functional system requirements.
• Translate high-level needs into detailed, verifiable system requirements and manage them throughout the project lifecycle.
• Develop and maintain system architecture, defining major subsystems and their interfaces for seamless integration.
• Evaluate and compare technical design options to select the most effective and efficient architecture.
• Create and maintain interface control documents (ICDs) to ensure subsystems communicate effectively.
• Plan and coordinate the integration of hardware and software components into unified, reliable systems.
• Design and execute rigorous testing strategies to verify system performance and validate that all requirements are met.
• Analyze test results, identify root causes of anomalies, and work collaboratively to troubleshoot and resolve issues.
• Serve as a central communication hub between engineering teams to facilitate system-wide coherence and collaboration.
• Support continuous improvement by feeding test and performance insights back into system designs.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Systems Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field.
• 3+ years of experience in systems engineering, preferably in aerospace, robotics, or autonomous systems.
• Strong understanding of systems architecture, requirements management, and system integration.
• Experience with tools such as JIRA, Confluence and DOORS.
• Familiarity with testing and validation methodologies across hardware and software.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills.

Bonus Experience

• Experience working on unmanned vehicles (UAVs, UUVs, or USVs).
• Knowledge of autonomy systems and embedded software development.

What We Offer

• A dynamic and fast-paced environment working on state-of-the-art UxV technology.
• Opportunities for career growth in a high-tech, innovative team.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Continuous learning opportunities.
• Visa sponsorship for international candidates.

Location

This position is based in Mount Maunganui, New Zealand. Known for its stunning surf beaches, vibrant culture, and burgeoning tech scene, Mount Maunganui offers an excellent quality of life and a conducive environment for innovation.