Aerospace Engineer

Placements24; Bloemfontein; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary with bonuses

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Pension fund and life insurance

Access to state-of-the-art facilities

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an innovative Aerospace Engineer in Welkom to join a team involved in the design, development, testing, and production of aerospace systems. The role offers opportunities to work on cutting-edge projects and advance the South African aerospace sector.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's or Master's in Aerospace Engineering with proven design, analysis, or testing experience and strong CAD software skills (CATIA, SolidWorks, ANSYS).

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Aerospace Engineering or a related field.
• Proven experience in aerospace design, analysis, or testing.
• Proficiency with engineering software such as CATIA, SolidWorks, or ANSYS.
• Strong understanding of aerodynamics, propulsion, materials science, and structural mechanics.
• Excellent problem-solving abilities and a keen eye for detail.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop aerospace components, systems, and structures using CAD software and engineering principles.
• Conduct simulations and performance analyses to evaluate designs and identify areas for improvement.
• Oversee the manufacturing and assembly processes, ensuring adherence to design specifications and quality standards.
• Perform rigorous testing and validation of aerospace systems and prototypes.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including manufacturing, project management, and research personnel.

Skills

Aerospace design

Engineering analysis

Testing

Education

Bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering

Master's degree in Aerospace Engineering

Tools

CATIA

SolidWorks

ANSYS

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an innovative and detail-oriented Aerospace Engineer to join their team in Welkom . In this role, you will be involved in the design, development, testing, and production of aerospace systems and components. You will work on cutting-edge projects, contributing your expertise to advancements in aircraft and spacecraft technology. This position is ideal for a highly motivated engineer who thrives in a collaborative research and development environment and is passionate about pushing the boundaries of aerospace innovation, playing a key part in the technological advancement of the South African aerospace sector.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop aerospace components, systems, and structures using CAD software and engineering principles.
• Conduct simulations and performance analyses to evaluate designs and identify areas for improvement.
• Oversee the manufacturing and assembly processes, ensuring adherence to design specifications and quality standards.
• Perform rigorous testing and validation of aerospace systems and prototypes.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including manufacturing, project management, and research personnel.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Aerospace Engineering or a related field.
• Proven experience in aerospace design, analysis, or testing.
• Proficiency with engineering software such as CATIA, SolidWorks, or ANSYS.
• Strong understanding of aerodynamics, propulsion, materials science, and structural mechanics.
• Excellent problem-solving abilities and a keen eye for detail.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and potential for bonuses.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Pension fund and life assurance.
• Access to state-of-the-art technology and research facilities.
• Opportunities for career advancement within a leading aerospace organization.