Senior Aerospace Systems Architect

Placements24; Stellenbosch; Hybrid; ZAR 1,500,000 - 2,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Executive compensation

Fully remote

Health insurance

Professional development budget

Stock options

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a visionary Senior Aerospace Systems Architect to lead the design and development of next‑generation aerospace systems from a fully remote position.

This executive role defines the technical strategy, architecture, and integration roadmap for complex projects, collaborating with researchers, engineers, and product teams globally to translate ambitious concepts into robust, scalable solutions.

Qualifications

• Master's or PhD in Aerospace or related field.
• 15+ years in aerospace systems engineering with architecture focus.
• Experience designing large-scale aerospace systems (satellites, aircraft, propulsion).
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional technical teams.
• Strong systems engineering, modeling, simulation, and verification expertise.
• Excellent strategic thinking and executive communication.

Responsibilities

• Define and document high-level architecture for aerospace systems.
• Lead conceptualization, design, and integration of aerospace technologies.
• Evaluate emerging technologies and propose adoption.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship across disciplines.
• Oversee requirements definition, allocation, and traceability.
• Engage with partners, research institutions, and regulators.

Skills

Aerospace architecture

Systems engineering

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Executive communication

Education

Master's or Ph.D. in Aerospace Engineering

Tools

MATLAB/Simulink

SysML

Modeling & simulation tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a visionary Senior Aerospace Systems Architect to lead the design and development of next-generation aerospace systems from a fully remote position. This executive-level role requires defining the overarching technical strategy, system architecture, and integration roadmap for complex aerospace projects. You will collaborate with research, engineering, and product teams globally to translate ambitious concepts into robust, scalable, and high-performance solutions. This is an unparalleled opportunity for a thought leader in aerospace engineering to shape the future of flight technology within a flexible, work-from-anywhere environment, driving innovation and setting new industry standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Define and document the high-level architecture for complex aerospace systems, ensuring alignment with strategic goals.
• Lead the conceptualization, design, and integration of novel aerospace technologies and platforms.
• Evaluate emerging technologies and propose their adoption to enhance system capabilities and performance.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to engineering teams across multiple disciplines.
• Oversee system requirements definition, allocation, and traceability throughout the development lifecycle.
• Engage with external partners, research institutions, and regulatory bodies to foster innovation and ensure compliance.

Requirements

• Master's or Ph.D. in Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field.
• 15+ years of experience in aerospace systems engineering, with a significant focus on architecture and design.
• Demonstrated expertise in designing large-scale, complex aerospace systems (e.g., satellites, aircraft, advanced propulsion).
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional technical teams and manage complex projects.
• Deep understanding of systems engineering principles, modeling, simulation, and verification techniques.
• Excellent strategic thinking, communication, and presentation skills for executive-level engagement.

Benefits

• Executive-level compensation package, including significant bonuses and stock options.
• Fully remote work arrangement with complete location independence.
• Comprehensive premium health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous professional development budget and opportunities to attend leading industry forums.
• Lead groundbreaking projects and shape the future of aerospace technology.