Aerospace Systems Engineer

Placements24

Centurion

Hybrid

ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000

Full time

3 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary incentives
Health and wellness programs
Generous paid time off and holidays
Professional growth opportunities
Innovative work environment

Job summary

Placements24 in Centurion is seeking an Aerospace Systems Engineer to design, integrate, test, and validate complex aerospace systems including propulsion, avionics, and structural components.

You will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team and contribute to next-generation aerospace technologies, working to solve challenging technical problems and drive innovation.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's or master's degree in aerospace/mechanical engineering.
  • 5+ years of aerospace systems design experience.
  • Strong systems engineering principles and methodologies.
  • Experience with simulation and modeling tools (MATLAB/Simulink).

Responsibilities

  • Design, develop, and implement aerospace system architectures.
  • Conduct system integration, verification, and validation activities.
  • Analyze system performance, identify failures, and mitigate.
  • Prepare design specs, test plans, and reports.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams through the product lifecycle.

Skills

Systems engineering
Analytical thinking
Communication

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Aerospace/Mechanical Engineering

Tools

MATLAB/Simulink

Job description

About the Role

Our client seeks an innovative and analytical Aerospace Systems Engineer to contribute to cutting-edge projects from their Centurion facility. This role involves the design, integration, testing, and validation of complex aerospace systems, including propulsion, avionics, and structural components. You will collaborate with a team of highly skilled engineers and technicians, applying your expertise to solve challenging technical problems and drive the development of next-generation aerospace technologies. This is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact on critical aerospace programs within a forward-thinking organization.

Key Responsibilities
  • Design, develop, and implement aerospace system architectures and solutions.
  • Conduct system integration, verification, and validation activities.
  • Analyze system performance, identify potential failures, and develop mitigation strategies.
  • Prepare technical documentation, including design specifications, test plans, and reports.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams throughout the product lifecycle, from concept to production.
Requirements
  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
  • 5+ years of experience in aerospace systems design and development.
  • Strong knowledge of systems engineering principles and methodologies.
  • Experience with simulation and modeling tools (e.g., MATLAB/Simulink).
  • Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
Benefits
  • Highly competitive salary and performance incentives.
  • Comprehensive health and wellness programs.
  • Generous paid time off and company holidays.
  • Opportunities for professional growth and continued learning.
  • A stimulating work environment focused on innovation and technological advancement.
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