Avionics Systems Engineer

Placements24; Mtubatuba Local Municipality; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health insurance

Paid time off

Professional growth

Training opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Avionics Systems Engineer to join our client’s Richards Bay team. You will design, integrate, test, and support advanced avionics systems for modern aircraft, ensuring reliable communication, navigation, and flight control performance.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Electrical or Aerospace Engineering, with hands-on experience in avionics, ARINC MIL-STD, and system modeling.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's in Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field.
• Proven avionics design and integration experience.
• Familiar with ARINC, MIL-STD avionics standards.
• Experience with simulation and modeling tools for avionics systems.
• Strong knowledge of flight control, navigation, and communication systems.
• Analytical and detail-oriented problem-solver.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and integrate avionics systems for aircraft programs.
• Perform testing, validation, and verification for performance and compliance.
• Troubleshoot avionics issues and develop engineering solutions.
• Create design documentation, schematics, specifications, and test procedures.
• Collaborate with software, hardware, and airframe teams.
• Provide technical support during flight testing and operations.

Skills

Avionics design

System integration

Testing & validation

ARINC MIL-STD

Flight control systems

Problem solving

Technical documentation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Aerospace Engineering

Master's degree preferred

Tools

Simulation tools

Schematic capture

Test equipment

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for an innovative and experienced Avionics Systems Engineer to join their team in Richards Bay . This role focuses on the design, integration, testing, and support of advanced avionics systems for a range of aircraft. You will work on cutting-edge technologies, ensuring the seamless functionality and reliability of communication, navigation, and flight control systems. The successful candidate will possess a strong engineering background, excellent problem-solving skills, and a passion for aviation technology. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to significant aviation projects and drive technological advancements within a growing organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and integrate avionics systems and components for new aircraft programs or upgrades.
• Perform system testing, validation, and verification to ensure performance and compliance.
• Troubleshoot complex avionics issues and develop effective engineering solutions.
• Create and maintain detailed design documentation, including schematics, specifications, and test procedures.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including software engineers, hardware engineers, and airframe manufacturers.
• Provide technical support during flight testing and operational phases of avionics systems.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field.
• Proven experience in avionics systems engineering , including design and integration.
• Proficiency with avionics standards and protocols (e.g., ARINC, MIL-STD).
• Experience with simulation and modeling tools for avionics systems.
• Strong understanding of flight control, navigation, and communication systems.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving capabilities, with a detail-oriented approach.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and performance incentives.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous paid time off and holiday schedule.
• Opportunities for professional growth and advanced training.
• A stimulating work environment at the forefront of aviation technology.