Aircraft Systems Engineer

Placements24; Sandton; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and benefits

Flexible remote work arrangement

Professional development opportunities

Cutting-edge aviation projects

Collaborative engineering environment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Aircraft Systems Engineer to contribute to advanced aviation projects, remotely supporting operations based in Sandton. The role covers design, integration, testing, and troubleshooting of electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and avionics subsystems to ensure performance and safety.

You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, develop documentation, and support lifecycle activities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or master's in Aerospace/Mechanical/Electrical engineering or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in aircraft systems engineering.
• Experience with electrical, hydraulic or avionics systems.
• Proficient in CAD/CAE software and systems engineering tools.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement aircraft system modifications and upgrades.
• Perform system integration, testing, and validation to ensure functionality and compliance.
• Analyze system performance data and troubleshoot issues to identify root causes.
• Develop technical documentation, including specifications, test procedures, and reports.
• Collaborate with manufacturing, maintenance, and flight test teams to resolve system-related challenges.

Skills

Remote collaboration

Systems engineering

CAD/CAE software

Analytical problem-solving

Aircraft systems knowledge

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Aerospace, Mechanical, Electrical Engineering or related field

Tools

CAD/CAE software

Systems engineering tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for an experienced Aircraft Systems Engineer to contribute to their advanced aviation projects, remotely supporting operations associated with Sandton . This role demands expertise in the design, integration, testing, and troubleshooting of complex aircraft systems, including electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and avionics subsystems. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure the performance, reliability, and safety of aircraft systems throughout their lifecycle. This is an exciting opportunity for a skilled engineer passionate about aviation technology and innovation, offering the flexibility of remote work.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement aircraft system modifications and upgrades.
• Perform system integration, testing, and validation to ensure functionality and compliance.
• Analyze system performance data and troubleshoot issues to identify root causes.
• Develop technical documentation, including specifications, test procedures, and reports.
• Collaborate with manufacturing, maintenance, and flight test teams to resolve system-related challenges.

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 engineering.
• Proven experience with aircraft electrical, hydraulic, or avionics systems.
• Proficiency in using CAD/CAE software and systems engineering tools.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with excellent remote collaboration abilities.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Opportunity to work on cutting-edge aviation projects.
• Flexible remote work arrangement.
• Professional development and training opportunities.
• Collaborative engineering environment focused on innovation in aviation.