Chief Aircraft Systems Engineer — Lead Aviation Innovation

Placements24; Centurion; Hybride; ZAR 2 000 000 - 2 600 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Executive compensation

Relocation assistance

Professional development

Conference attendance

Résumé du poste

Placements24 in Centurion, Gauteng, invites applications for a Chief Aircraft Systems Engineer to lead the advanced engineering division. The role oversees design, development, integration, and certification of complex aircraft systems and guides a team of skilled engineers.

We seek a strategic leader with 10-15 years in aerospace, DO-178C/DO-254 knowledge, and a track record delivering major programs; superb communication and regulatory certification experience are essential.

Qualifications

• Master's or PhD in Aerospace, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering.
• 10–15 years of progressive aircraft systems engineering experience.
• Leadership or management experience in cross-functional teams.
• Experience with regulatory certification processes.
• Fluency in English; other languages a plus.

Responsabilités

• Lead design, development, testing, and certification of onboard systems.
• Define system architecture and requirements for new programs.
• Oversee system integration and performance across platforms.
• Mentor engineering staff and foster innovation.
• Engage with customers, suppliers, and regulatory authorities (e.g., SACAA, EASA, FAA).
• Manage budgets and resources for projects.

Connaissances

Aerospace engineering leadership

Systems engineering

Regulatory certification

DO-178C/DO-254 knowledge

Team mentorship

Formation

Master's or PhD in Aerospace, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering

Outils

CAD

CAE

Simulation tools

Description du poste

Placements24 in Centurion, Gauteng, invites applications for a Chief Aircraft Systems Engineer to lead the advanced engineering division. The role oversees design, development, integration, and certification of complex aircraft systems and guides a team of skilled engineers.

We seek a strategic leader with 10-15 years in aerospace, DO-178C/DO-254 knowledge, and a track record delivering major programs; superb communication and regulatory certification experience are essential.