Aviation Systems Engineer

Placements24; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Retirement plan

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 in Pretoria, Gauteng, seeks an Aviation Systems Engineer to design, integrate, test, and maintain avionics, navigation, and flight-control systems for aerospace projects. The role requires a strong engineering background, 4+ years in aviation systems, and familiarity with DO-178C/DO-254.

You will work with cross-functional teams to ensure system performance, safety, and regulatory compliance in a cutting-edge environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a related engineering field.
• Minimum 4 years in aviation systems engineering or related field.
• Experience with system design, integration, and testing methodologies.
• Familiarity with aviation standards (DO-178C, DO-254, ARINC).
• Strong analytical and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and integrate avionic, communication, and navigation systems for aircraft.
• Perform system analysis, including performance, reliability, maintainability, and safety assessments.
• Develop system specifications, architecture, and interface control documents (ICDs).
• Conduct system testing, validation, and verification activities, both in simulation and on actual hardware.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex engineering problems related to aviation systems.
• Collaborate with hardware and software development teams to ensure seamless system integration.
• Document engineering designs, analyses, and test results.
• Support the flight test and certification processes.
• Stay current with emerging technologies and industry best practices in aviation systems engineering.

Skills

Aerospace Engineering

System Design

DO-178C/DO-254

Regulatory Compliance

Analytical Thinking

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field

Tools

MATLAB/Simulink

MBSE tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly innovative and analytical Aviation Systems Engineer to contribute to their advanced aerospace projects based in Pretoria, Gauteng. This role involves the design, integration, testing, and maintenance of complex aviation systems, including avionics, communication, navigation, and flight control systems. The ideal candidate will possess a strong engineering foundation, a passion for aerospace technology, and the ability to translate complex requirements into robust technical solutions. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams of engineers and technicians to ensure system performance, reliability, and safety. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated engineer to make a significant impact in the evolving aviation sector in Pretoria.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and integrate avionic, communication, and navigation systems for aircraft.
• Perform system analysis, including performance, reliability, maintainability, and safety assessments.
• Develop system specifications, architecture, and interface control documents (ICDs).
• Conduct system testing, validation, and verification activities, both in simulation and on actual hardware.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex engineering problems related to aviation systems.
• Collaborate with hardware and software development teams to ensure seamless system integration.
• Document engineering designs, analyses, and test results.
• Support the flight test and certification processes.
• Stay current with emerging technologies and industry best practices in aviation systems engineering.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in aviation systems engineering or a closely related field.
• Proven experience with system design, integration, and testing methodologies.
• Familiarity with aviation standards (e.g., DO-178C, DO-254, ARINC).
• Proficiency in systems engineering tools (e.g., MATLAB/Simulink, Model-Based Systems Engineering tools).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent technical documentation and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment.
• Experience with specific aviation systems (e.g., flight controls, radar, communication systems) is a plus.
• Understanding of regulatory requirements for aviation systems in Pretoria.

Benefits

Our client offers a highly competitive salary and an attractive benefits package,

• comprehensive medical coverage
• a retirement savings plan
• professional development opportunities

This role in Pretoria provides access to advanced technologies and challenging projects within the aerospace industry. We foster a culture of innovation and collaboration, offering clear pathways for career growth and advancement. Employees benefit from a supportive work environment and the chance to contribute to cutting-edge aviation advancements.