Avionics Systems Engineer

Placements24; George; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Tech facilities

Annual leave

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Avionics Systems Engineer to design, integrate, test, and certify avionics for aircraft platforms in George. You will ensure seamless operation of communication, navigation, and flight control systems within an innovative engineering team.

Required are a bachelor's degree in Electrical or Aerospace Engineering with 5+ years in avionics, plus proficiency in ARINC and DO-178C/DO-254 standards, and flight-test instrumentation experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Aerospace Engineering.
• Minimum 5 years in avionics systems engineering in aerospace.
• Proficiency with ARINC, DO-178C, and DO-254 standards.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and integrate avionics hardware and software.
• Conduct system testing, verification, and validation for airworthiness.
• Troubleshoot avionics issues during development and flight testing.
• Collaborate with software, hardware, and systems engineers.
• Prepare design specs, test plans, and certification reports.

Skills

Avionics systems

System integration

Flight testing

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Aerospace Engineering

Tools

ARINC

DO-178C

DO-254

Simulation tools

Flight test instrumentation

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an innovative and experienced Avionics Systems Engineer to contribute to their cutting-edge aviation projects in George . This role focuses on the design, integration, testing, and certification of complex avionics systems for new and existing aircraft platforms. You will play a crucial part in ensuring the seamless operation of communication, navigation, and flight control systems, working within a collaborative engineering team. This is an exciting opportunity for a technically adept engineer to make a significant impact on aviation technology development in a stimulating and forward-thinking company.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and integrate avionics hardware and software solutions.
• Conduct system testing, verification, and validation activities to ensure compliance with airworthiness standards.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex avionics system issues during development and flight testing phases.
• Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams, including software, hardware, and systems engineers.
• Prepare and review technical documentation, including design specifications, test plans, and certification reports.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in avionics systems engineering within the aerospace industry.
• Proficiency with avionics standards such as ARINC, DO-178C, and DO-254.
• Experience with simulation tools and flight test instrumentation.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with meticulous attention to detail.

Benefits

• An attractive salary package reflecting your expertise.
• Hybrid work model offering flexibility between office and remote work.
• Access to state-of-the-art technology and facilities.
• Generous annual leave and company-provided benefits.
• Professional development opportunities, including training and conferences.