Senior Aircraft Electrical Systems Engineer

Placements24; Polokwane; In loco; ZAR 1.200.000 - 1.800.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Medical aid

Life insurance

Retirement fund

Descrizione del lavoro

Placements24 seeks a Senior Aircraft Electrical Systems Engineer in Polokwane to lead the design, development, integration, and testing of complex electrical systems for aircraft. You will drive electrical power distribution, wiring harness development, and system integration within aerospace standards.

The role requires a Bachelor’s in Electrical Engineering with 8+ years of relevant experience and proficiency with CAD/CAE tools.

Competenze

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related discipline is required.
• Master's degree is preferred for advanced roles.
• Minimum 8 years of experience in aircraft electrical system design and analysis.

Mansioni

• Design and develop electrical power distribution systems, wiring harnesses, and related components for aircraft applications.
• Perform system-level analysis, including load calculations, fault tolerance studies, and power quality assessments.
• Integrate electrical systems with other aircraft subsystems, ensuring seamless functionality and compliance with design specifications.
• Develop and execute test plans and procedures for electrical components and systems, both in lab environments and on aircraft.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex electrical system issues encountered during development, manufacturing, and in-service phases.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including mechanical engineers, software engineers, and manufacturing personnel.
• Ensure compliance with aerospace standards (e.g., ARP standards, MIL-SPECs) and regulatory requirements.
• Create and maintain detailed technical documentation, including schematics, wiring diagrams, test reports, and specifications.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior electrical engineers.

Conoscenze

Electrical power distribution

Wiring harness design

Systems integration

EMC principles

Regulatory compliance

Project leadership

Formazione

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Master's degree preferred

Strumenti

AutoCAD Electrical

Mentor Graphics

SolidWorks Electrical

Descrizione del lavoro

About the Role

Our client, a distinguished name in aircraft manufacturing and maintenance, is seeking a highly skilled Senior Aircraft Electrical Systems Engineer to join their esteemed team in **Polokwane**. This role is crucial for the design, development, integration, and testing of complex electrical systems for a range of aircraft. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of electrical engineering principles as applied to aviation, with a proven ability to manage challenging projects and contribute to technological advancements in the **Polokwane** region. You will be instrumental in ensuring the reliability and performance of aircraft electrical systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop electrical power distribution systems, wiring harnesses, and related components for aircraft applications.
• Perform system-level analysis, including load calculations, fault tolerance studies, and power quality assessments.
• Integrate electrical systems with other aircraft subsystems, ensuring seamless functionality and compliance with design specifications.
• Develop and execute test plans and procedures for electrical components and systems, both in lab environments and on aircraft.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex electrical system issues encountered during development, manufacturing, and in-service phases.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including mechanical engineers, software engineers, and manufacturing personnel.
• Ensure compliance with aerospace standards (e.g., ARP standards, MIL-SPECs) and regulatory requirements.
• Create and maintain detailed technical documentation, including schematics, wiring diagrams, test reports, and specifications.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior electrical engineers.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline.
• Master's degree preferred.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in aircraft electrical system design and analysis.
• In-depth knowledge of aircraft electrical power generation, distribution, and control systems.
• Proficiency with CAD/CAE tools for electrical design and simulation (e.g., AutoCAD Electrical, Mentor Graphics, SolidWorks Electrical).
• Experience with aerospace wiring standards, connectors, and materials.
• Understanding of electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) principles in aircraft environments.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work on complex technical challenges.
• Excellent communication, teamwork, and project management abilities.
• Familiarity with avionics integration and aircraft systems architecture is a plus.

Benefits

• Our client offers a competitive salary and benefits package, including comprehensive medical aid, life insurance, and a retirement fund.
• Opportunities for professional development, including specialized training and certifications, are provided.
• This role offers the chance to work on exciting aircraft projects within a supportive team environment in **Polokwane**, contributing to the advancement of aviation technology.