Aircraft Systems Engineer

Placements24; Polokwane; Hybrid; ZAR 1,000,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work flexibility

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision Insurance

Professional development budget

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Aircraft Systems Engineer for a remote role focused on the design, integration, and testing of complex aircraft systems including electrical, hydraulic, and environmental control systems. Contribute to next-generation aircraft development from a remote location with a global team of experts.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in aircraft systems design/integration, strong knowledge of aerodynamics, structures, propulsion, and avionics, and proficiency with

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Aerospace, Mechanical, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in aircraft systems design, integration, or analysis.
• Strong understanding of aerodynamics, structures, propulsion, and avionics systems.
• Proficiency with systems engineering tools and methodologies (e.g., DOORS, Model-Based Systems Engineering).
• Experience with simulation and analysis software (e.g., MATLAB/Simulink, ANSYS).
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work effectively in a distributed team environment.

Responsibilities

• Design, analyze, and validate aircraft systems to meet performance, reliability, and safety requirements.
• Develop system requirements, specifications, and interface control documents (ICDs).
• Perform system integration activities, troubleshooting issues and ensuring seamless operation of interconnected components.
• Conduct simulations, testing, and validation of aircraft systems in simulated and real-world environments.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including airframe designers, avionics engineers, and manufacturing specialists.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and aviation regulations (e.g., SACAA, FAA).

Skills

Aircraft systems design

System integration

Aerospace engineering

MATLAB/Simulink

DOORS

Model-Based Systems Engineering

Education

Bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering

Master's degree in Aerospace Engineering (optional)

Tools

DOORS

MATLAB/Simulink

ANSYS

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a forward-thinking aviation technology company based in the Polokwane region, is seeking a talented and innovative Aircraft Systems Engineer for a remote position. This role focuses on the design, integration, and testing of complex aircraft systems, including electrical, hydraulic, and environmental control systems. You will contribute to the development of next-generation aircraft, working with a global team of experts to push the boundaries of aerospace engineering. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced engineer to leverage their expertise in a challenging and rewarding field, contributing to significant advancements in aircraft design and functionality from a remote location.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, analyze, and validate aircraft systems, ensuring performance, reliability, and safety requirements are met.
• Develop system requirements, specifications, and interface control documents (ICDs).
• Perform system integration activities, troubleshooting issues and ensuring seamless operation of interconnected components.
• Conduct simulations, testing, and validation of aircraft systems, both in simulated and real-world environments.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including airframe designers, avionics engineers, and manufacturing specialists.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and aviation regulations such as those from the SACAA and FAA.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Aerospace, Mechanical, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in aircraft systems design, integration, or analysis.
• Strong understanding of aerodynamics , structures, propulsion, and avionics systems.
• Proficiency with systems engineering tools and methodologies (e.g., DOORS, Model-Based Systems Engineering).
• Experience with simulation and analysis software (e.g., MATLAB/Simulink, ANSYS).
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work effectively in a distributed team environment.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonus structure.
• Full remote work flexibility, allowing for work-life balance.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous budget for professional development, including conferences and advanced training.
• Opportunity to work on cutting-edge aerospace projects with a highly skilled international team.