Aircraft Performance Engineer

Placements24; Vereeniging; On-site; ZAR 480,000 - 840,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Retirement Plan

Career Development

Training Opportunities

Innovative Environment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an Aircraft Performance Engineer in Vereeniging to analyze and optimize aircraft performance for safe and efficient flight operations.

You will calculate performance data, develop flight planning tools, and provide subject-matter expertise to operations and engineering teams, ensuring regulatory compliance and continuous improvement in performance metrics.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Aeronautical or Mechanical Engineering.
• Minimum 3 years of aircraft performance analysis experience.
• Strong understanding of aerodynamics, flight mechanics, and thermodynamics.
• Proficiency with performance calculation software and data analysis tools.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Analyze flight data to assess and improve aircraft performance metrics.
• Develop and maintain performance data and flight planning tools.
• Provide technical expertise on aircraft performance to operations and engineering teams.
• Study effects of environmental factors and airframe configuration on performance.
• Ensure calculations and documentation comply with regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with design and maintenance teams to address performance issues.

Skills

Aircraft performance analysis

Aerodynamics

Flight mechanics

Thermodynamics

Data analysis

Communication skills

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Aeronautical/Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Performance calculation software

Flight planning tools

Data analysis tools

Job description

Our client is seeking a skilled Aircraft Performance Engineer to join their technical team in Vereeniging . This role focuses on analyzing and optimizing aircraft performance, ensuring efficient and safe flight operations. You will be responsible for calculating performance data, developing flight planning tools, and providing technical support related to aircraft performance characteristics. This position is ideal for an analytical and technically adept engineer who wants to contribute to the operational excellence of aviation services within the Gauteng region.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze flight data to assess and improve aircraft performance metrics such as fuel efficiency and speed.
• Develop and maintain performance data and software tools used for flight planning and operational analysis.
• Provide technical expertise on aircraft performance to flight operations and engineering departments.
• Conduct studies on the impact of environmental factors and aircraft configuration on performance.
• Ensure all performance calculations and documentation comply with regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with design and maintenance teams to address performance-related issues.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Aeronautical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in aircraft performance analysis or a related engineering role.
• Strong understanding of aerodynamics, flight mechanics, and thermodynamics.
• Proficiency in performance calculation software and data analysis tools.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Retirement savings plan with employer contributions.
• Opportunities for career advancement and specialized training.
• A professional environment focused on innovation and operational efficiency.