Aerospace Engineer

Placements24; Vereeniging; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 780,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and benefits

Groundbreaking aerospace projects

Professional development and training

Job summary

Placements24 seeks an innovative Aerospace Engineer to design, develop, test, and manufacture aircraft and spacecraft systems from their Vereeniging facility.

You will work with a team to push aerospace technology boundaries, performing analyses, simulations, and design validation for state-of-the-art projects in Gauteng.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Aerospace Engineering or related field.
• Proven experience in design and development of aerospace systems or components.
• Proficiency with CAD/CAM software (CATIA, SolidWorks) and simulation tools (ANSYS, MATLAB).
• Strong understanding of aerodynamics, propulsion, materials science, and structural analysis.
• Excellent problem-solving and collaboration in a team setting.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and test aerospace systems, components, and structures.
• Conduct performance analysis, simulations, and feasibility studies.
• Collaborate with manufacturing teams to optimize for production and assembly.
• Troubleshoot and resolve design-related issues during testing or production.
• Maintain detailed documentation of designs, calculations, tests, and progress.

Skills

Aerospace design

CAD/CAM

Simulation

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Aerospace Engineering

Tools

CATIA

SolidWorks

ANSYS

MATLAB

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly innovative and technically proficient Aerospace Engineer to contribute to cutting-edge projects from their facility in Vereeniging . This role involves the design, development, testing, and manufacturing of aircraft and spacecraft systems. You will collaborate with a team of experts to solve complex engineering challenges, pushing the boundaries of aerospace technology. This is an exceptional opportunity for a passionate engineer to work on state-of-the‑art projects, contribute to the advancement of the aviation and space industries, and build a rewarding career in a technologically driven environment within the Gauteng province.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and test new aerospace systems, components, and structures using advanced engineering principles and software.
• Conduct performance analysis, simulations, and feasibility studies for proposed designs and technologies.
• Collaborate with manufacturing teams to ensure designs are optimized for production and assembly.
• Troubleshoot and resolve design‑related issues that arise during testing, prototyping, or production phases.
• Maintain detailed documentation of designs, calculations, test results, and project progress.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Aerospace Engineering or a related field.
• Proven experience in the design and development of aerospace systems or components.
• Proficiency with CAD/CAM software (e.g., CATIA, SolidWorks) and simulation tools (e.g., ANSYS, MATLAB).
• Strong understanding of aerodynamics, propulsion systems, materials science, and structural analysis.
• Excellent problem‑solving skills and the ability to work effectively in a collaborative team setting.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunity to work on groundbreaking aerospace projects.
• Access to advanced technology and training resources.
• Professional development and career growth opportunities within the aerospace sector.
• A stimulating work environment in Vereeniging focused on innovation and excellence.