Aerospace Electrical Power Systems Engineer (Hybrid)

Placements24; Sandton; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,400,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Retirement planning

Life insurance

Hybrid work model

Professional growth opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an Aircraft Electrical Systems Engineer in Sandton, Gauteng, to design, analyze, integrate and test electrical power systems for aircraft platforms. You will ensure reliability, safety and efficiency of aerospace electrical networks from concept to production support, leveraging your strong electrical engineering grounding.

The role requires 5+ years in aircraft electrical systems, experience with AC/DC power distribution, CAD tools (AutoCAD Electrical, Zuken E3.series),

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related field.
• 5+ years in aircraft electrical systems engineering with emphasis on power distribution.
• Experience in AC/DC power systems design and analysis for aerospace.
• Proficiency with electrical CAD tools for schematics and wiring diagrams.
• Knowledge of ARP4754A, DO-254, FAR Part 25 and EMC basics.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop electrical power distribution systems for aircraft platforms.
• Perform system-level analysis including load, power quality, and fault current studies.
• Create electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and harness designs using CAD tools.
• Develop system requirements and ICDs; integrate with avionics, hydraulics, and flight controls.
• Conduct testing, validation, and troubleshooting; prepare technical reports for reviews.

Skills

Power distribution design

System integration

Analytical problem solving

Technical documentation

Strong communication

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Electrical Engineering or Aerospace Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD Electrical

Zuken E3.series

SPICE

MATLAB/Simulink

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an Aircraft Electrical Systems Engineer in Sandton, Gauteng, to design, analyze, integrate and test electrical power systems for aircraft platforms. You will ensure reliability, safety and efficiency of aerospace electrical networks from concept to production support, leveraging your strong electrical engineering grounding.

The role requires 5+ years in aircraft electrical systems, experience with AC/DC power distribution, CAD tools (AutoCAD Electrical, Zuken E3.series),