Remote Aviation Systems Engineer

Placements24; Bloemfontein; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work arrangement

Health benefits

Professional development budget

Flexible schedule

Job summary

Placements24 seeks an Aviation Systems Engineer to design, develop, and integrate complex avionic systems for next‑gen aircraft. This fully remote role requires strong systems engineering foundations and a track record of cross‑functional collaboration.

You will work within a distributed team to model, simulate, and validate requirements, delivering documentation and analysis while staying abreast of industry best practices in aviation systems engineering.

Qualifications

• Degree in aerospace or electrical engineering or related field.
• 5+ years in aviation systems engineering or similar role.
• Strong systems engineering, V-model, and requirements management understanding.
• Proficiency with MATLAB/Simulink for modeling and analysis.
• Experience with avionics standards (DO-178C/DO-254) is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and integrate avionics, power, and comms systems.
• Analyze, define, and validate system requirements.
• Perform system testing and performance analysis using simulations.
• Collaborate with hardware, software, and mechanical teams.
• Create and maintain design specs, test plans, and reports.
• Stay updated on aviation systems engineering trends.

Skills

Aerospace Systems Engineering

Remote Collaboration

Requirements Management

V-model Development

System Modeling

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Aerospace Engineering or Electrical Engineering

Tools

MATLAB/Simulink

DO-178C/DO-254 knowledge

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly skilled and innovative Aviation Systems Engineer to join their fully remote team. This role focuses on the design, development, integration, and testing of complex avionic systems and subsystems for next-generation aircraft. You will be at the forefront of technological advancement, contributing to cutting-edge projects that define the future of flight. This position requires a deep understanding of system engineering principles, excellent problem-solving abilities, and the capacity to collaborate effectively within a distributed team environment, ensuring seamless integration and optimal performance of critical aviation technologies.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and integrate complex aviation systems and subsystems, including avionics, power, and communication systems.
• Perform system requirements analysis, definition, and validation to ensure optimal performance and reliability.
• Conduct system-level testing, troubleshooting, and performance analysis using simulation and real-world data.
• Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams (hardware, software, mechanical) to ensure system compatibility and integration.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive system documentation, including design specifications, test plans, and reports.
• Stay abreast of emerging technologies and industry best practices in aviation systems engineering.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in aviation systems engineering or a similar role.
• Strong understanding of systems engineering principles, V-model development, and requirements management.
• Proficiency in system modeling and simulation tools (e.g., MATLAB/Simulink).
• Experience with avionics standards (e.g., ARINC, DO-178C, DO-254) is highly desirable.
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and remote collaboration skills.

Benefits

• Attractive annual salary and performance incentives.
• Fully remote work arrangement with significant autonomy.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits.
• Generous professional development budget and access to training programs.
• Opportunity to work on innovative projects shaping the future of aviation technology.