Senior Aerospace Systems Engineer — Design & Test

Placements24; Cape Town; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,400,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Career advancement

Generous paid time off

Professional development

Challenging aerospace projects

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly skilled Senior Systems Engineer for our aerospace client in Kimberley. You will design, integrate, and test complex aerospace systems, define system requirements, and ensure cohesive performance against stringent safety standards.

The role requires a strong aerospace engineering foundation, exceptional problem-solving, and the ability to work within demanding, cutting-edge projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field.
• 7+ years of experience in systems engineering with aerospace focus.
• Experience with systems engineering methodologies and tools (DOORS, Cameo).

Responsibilities

• Define and manage system requirements throughout the product lifecycle.
• Develop and maintain system architecture and interface control documents.
• Lead the integration and testing of complex aerospace subsystems.
• Perform system performance analysis and trade studies.
• Identify, document, and track system anomalies and issues.
• Collaborate with mechanical, electrical, and software teams.

Skills

Aerospace systems engineering

Systems modeling

Problem solving

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

BSc/MSc in Aerospace Engineering

BSc/MSc in Electrical Engineering

Tools

DOORS

Cameo

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a highly skilled Senior Systems Engineer for our aerospace client in Kimberley. You will design, integrate, and test complex aerospace systems, define system requirements, and ensure cohesive performance against stringent safety standards.

The role requires a strong aerospace engineering foundation, exceptional problem-solving, and the ability to work within demanding, cutting-edge projects.