Remote Aircraft Performance Engineer: Fuel Efficiency Focus

Placements24; Paarl; Hybrid; ZAR 700,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full remote work arrangement

Flexible working hours

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Professional development opportunities

International team collaboration

Generous vacation policy

Job summary

Placements24 in South Africa seeks a Remote Aircraft Performance Engineer to optimize aircraft performance from a home office. You will analyze flight data, build performance models, and provide recommendations to improve fuel efficiency and reduce emissions.

Collaboration with global teams and diverse stakeholders is expected. The role requires a strong foundation in aerodynamics, thermodynamics, flight mechanics, and data analysis, with proficiency in Python and MATLAB.

Qualifications

• Degree in aerospace/mechanical engineering or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of aircraft performance analysis experience.
• Strong knowledge of aerodynamics, thermodynamics, propulsion, and flight dynamics.
• Proficiency in Python, MATLAB and data analysis tools.
• Ability to interpret flight data and understand aircraft systems.

Responsibilities

• Analyze flight data to assess aircraft performance, including fuel burn and range.
• Develop and validate mathematical models for performance prediction.
• Generate performance data and reports for certification and operations.
• Provide technical support to flight operations, maintenance, and engineering.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize configurations and procedures.
• Research new technologies for improving performance and sustainability.
• Stay updated on industry standards and best practices in aircraft performance.
• Contribute to performance software tools and databases.
• Present findings and recommendations to stakeholders and clients.

Skills

Aerospace Engineering

Flight dynamics

Data analysis

Python

MATLAB

Analytical thinking

Communication

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field

Tools

Python

MATLAB

Job description

Placements24 in South Africa seeks a Remote Aircraft Performance Engineer to optimize aircraft performance from a home office. You will analyze flight data, build performance models, and provide recommendations to improve fuel efficiency and reduce emissions.

Collaboration with global teams and diverse stakeholders is expected. The role requires a strong foundation in aerodynamics, thermodynamics, flight mechanics, and data analysis, with proficiency in Python and MATLAB.