Senior Aerospace Mechanical Engineer - Innovative Projects

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement savings

Professional development

International aerospace projects

Job summary

Placements24 in Stellenbosch invites an experienced Aerospace Mechanical Engineer to join their innovative team. You will design, develop and test mechanical components and systems for aerospace applications, and collaborate with experts to advance technology.

The role requires a minimum of six years of aerospace experience, proficiency in CATIA, SolidWorks and ANSYS, and a strong understanding of AS9100 standards, materials and manufacturing techniques.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, with aerospace focus.
• Minimum 6 years of aerospace industry experience.
• Proficiency in CAD/CAE software (CATIA, SolidWorks, ANSYS).
• Strong knowledge of aerospace materials, manufacturing techniques and AS9100 standards.
• Experience with systems engineering and project management.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with meticulous attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Design and analyze mechanical systems for aerospace vehicles.
• Perform stress, thermal, and vibration analyses and testing.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to integrate designs.
• Develop and validate manufacturing processes for aerospace components.
• Prepare drawings, specifications, test plans, and reports.
• Troubleshoot design and manufacturing issues.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Education

Mechanical Engineering degree (Bachelors/Masters) with Aerospace specialization

Tools

CATIA

SolidWorks

ANSYS

Job description

Placements24 in Stellenbosch invites an experienced Aerospace Mechanical Engineer to join their innovative team. You will design, develop and test mechanical components and systems for aerospace applications, and collaborate with experts to advance technology.

The role requires a minimum of six years of aerospace experience, proficiency in CATIA, SolidWorks and ANSYS, and a strong understanding of AS9100 standards, materials and manufacturing techniques.