Aircraft Systems Engineer — Hybrid, Growth Opportunities

Placements24; South Africa; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Professional training and development

Hybrid work model

Aviation-focused environment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Aircraft Systems Engineer to join their client based in Tembisa. You will design, integrate, test, and certify complex aircraft systems, collaborating with cross-functional teams to meet performance, safety, and regulatory standards.

This role offers a hybrid work model and opportunities to work on next-generation aircraft technologies, with exposure to CAD/CAE tools and certification processes. Strong analytical skills and project management are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Aeronautical, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering or related field.
• Demonstrated experience in aircraft systems engineering, including design, analysis and testing.
• Proficiency with CAD, CAE and MATLAB/Simulink or equivalent tools.
• In-depth knowledge of aerospace regulations and certification processes.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills for complex projects.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop integrated aircraft systems for compatibility and performance.
• Conduct rigorous testing and validation of systems and troubleshoot issues.
• Collaborate with manufacturing and production teams for seamless integration.
• Prepare design specifications, test reports and certification submissions.
• Stay abreast of aerospace advancements and apply them to system design.

Skills

Aircraft systems

Design

Analysis

Testing

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Aeronautical, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering

Tools

CAD

CAE

MATLAB/Simulink

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Aircraft Systems Engineer to join their client based in Tembisa. You will design, integrate, test, and certify complex aircraft systems, collaborating with cross-functional teams to meet performance, safety, and regulatory standards.

This role offers a hybrid work model and opportunities to work on next-generation aircraft technologies, with exposure to CAD/CAE tools and certification processes. Strong analytical skills and project management are essential.