Aircraft Electrical Systems Engineer — Design & Cert

Placements24; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 700,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Career growth

Relocation aid

Engineering culture

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an Aircraft Electrical Systems Engineer in Pretoria to lead design, testing, and certification of advanced electrical systems for the fleet. The role emphasizes solving complex engineering challenges, ensuring compliance with EASA/FAA/SACAA standards, and delivering reliable, safe electrical architecture.

The candidate will design power distribution, wiring harnesses, and control systems, conduct simulations, create schematics, and support integration and testing across

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related aerospace field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in aircraft electrical systems design and integration.
• Strong knowledge of aerospace electrical standards and testing methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop electrical system architecture including power distribution, wiring harnesses, and control systems.
• Perform detailed analysis and simulations of electrical systems for performance and safety compliance.
• Create and review technical documentation, including schematics, specifications, and test procedures.
• Oversee integration and testing of electrical systems during aircraft manufacturing and modification programs.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex electrical system issues during development, testing, or in-service operations.
• Ensure compliance with aerospace standards and regulations (EASA, FAA, SACAA).

Skills

Electrical design

Simulation

CAD tools

Aerospace standards

Certification processes

Analytical skills

Communication

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Electrical Engineering

Tools

CATIA/SolidWorks

SPICE

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an Aircraft Electrical Systems Engineer in Pretoria to lead design, testing, and certification of advanced electrical systems for the fleet. The role emphasizes solving complex engineering challenges, ensuring compliance with EASA/FAA/SACAA standards, and delivering reliable, safe electrical architecture.

The candidate will design power distribution, wiring harnesses, and control systems, conduct simulations, create schematics, and support integration and testing across