Senior Aerospace Systems Engineer - Hybrid (Polokwane)

Placements24; Polokwane; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Systems Engineer for a leading aerospace technology firm in Polokwane. You will define system requirements, architect solutions, and oversee hardware/software integration to meet performance and safety standards.

You will lead verification/validation, perform trade studies, and manage interfaces across mechanical, electrical, and software domains. The role blends on-site collaboration with flexible remote work and requires strong teamwork and communication.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in systems engineering, preferably within aerospace/defense.
• Proven experience with systems engineering tools and methodologies (e.g., DOORS, SysML).
• Strong understanding of aerospace systems design, integration, and testing.
• Experience with requirements management, V&V, and FMEA.

Responsibilities

• Define system requirements, specifications, and architecture for complex aerospace systems.
• Lead the integration of hardware, software, and mechanical subsystems.
• Develop and execute system verification and validation plans.
• Perform trade studies and analyze system performance against requirements.
• Manage system interfaces and ensure seamless integration between components.
• Identify and mitigate technical risks throughout the development lifecycle.
• Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams.
• Contribute to technical documentation, design reviews, and project reports.

Skills

Systems engineering

Requirements management

V&V

FMEA

Aerospace industry experience

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in engineering

Tools

DOORS

SysML

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Systems Engineer for a leading aerospace technology firm in Polokwane. You will define system requirements, architect solutions, and oversee hardware/software integration to meet performance and safety standards.

You will lead verification/validation, perform trade studies, and manage interfaces across mechanical, electrical, and software domains. The role blends on-site collaboration with flexible remote work and requires strong teamwork and communication.