Aircraft Electrical Engineer

Placements24; Bloemfontein; On-site; ZAR 700,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Attractive bonuses and salary package

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Pension and retirement benefits

Professional growth and training inBlo

Aviation technology projects

Job summary

Placements24 invites applications for an Aircraft Electrical Engineer in Bloemfontein. The role focuses on designing, developing, testing, and certifying aircraft electrical systems and components to meet safety and regulatory standards.

You will work across design, testing, and certification phases, ensuring reliability and compliance while collaborating with manufacturing and flight-test teams. Growth and advanced training opportunities are available in Bloemfontein.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in aircraft electrical systems design and development.
• Strong knowledge of aerospace electrical standards, wiring practices, and connector technologies.
• Proficiency with CAD software for electrical design and simulation tools.
• Experience with certification processes for aviation electrical systems.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop electrical systems, wiring harnesses, and power distribution units for aircraft applications.
• Perform electrical load analyses, circuit protection calculations, and component selection.
• Conduct testing and validation of electrical systems, ensuring compliance with aerospace standards (e.g., DO-160, MIL-STD).
• Troubleshoot complex electrical issues, providing engineering support for maintenance and repair activities.
• Prepare technical documentation, including design specifications, test procedures, and certification reports.
• Collaborate with manufacturing, systems integration, and flight test teams throughout the product lifecycle.
• Stay current with advancements in aerospace electrical technology and regulations.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

CAD software

Electrical design simulation tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a prominent aviation organization based in Bloemfontein , is looking for a highly qualified Aircraft Electrical Engineer . This role involves the design, development, testing, and certification of aircraft electrical systems and components. You will work on cutting-edge projects, ensuring that all electrical systems meet stringent safety, performance, and regulatory standards. Join a dedicated team of engineers contributing to the innovation and reliability of aircraft electrical solutions in the Bloemfontein area.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop electrical systems, wiring harnesses, and power distribution units for aircraft applications.
• Perform electrical load analyses, circuit protection calculations, and component selection.
• Conduct testing and validation of electrical systems, ensuring compliance with aerospace standards (e.g., DO-160, MIL-STD).
• Troubleshoot complex electrical issues, providing engineering support for maintenance and repair activities.
• Prepare technical documentation, including design specifications, test procedures, and certification reports.
• Collaborate with manufacturing, systems integration, and flight test teams throughout the product lifecycle.
• Stay current with advancements in aerospace electrical technology and regulations.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in aircraft electrical systems design and development.
• Strong knowledge of aerospace electrical standards, wiring practices, and connector technologies.
• Proficiency with CAD software for electrical design and simulation tools.
• Experience with certification processes for aviation electrical systems.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.

Benefits

• Attractive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Pension fund and other retirement benefits.
• Opportunities for professional growth and advanced technical training in Bloemfontein .
• Engaging projects in the forefront of aviation technology.