Senior Aircraft Systems Engineer

Placements24; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

State-of-the-art facilities

Career development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Aircraft Systems Engineer to join the Centurion team in South Africa. The role focuses on design, integration, and testing of complex aircraft systems, driving innovation and ensuring system performance across the product lifecycle.

You will lead cross-disciplinary engineering efforts, mentor junior staff, and collaborate with manufacturing, flight test, and customer support teams to address system challenges in a cutting-edge aerospace environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Aerospace, Electrical, Mechanical, or related Engineering field.
• Minimum 7 years of experience in aircraft systems engineering.
• Deep knowledge of avionics, power distribution, flight controls, environmental systems.
• Proficiency with systems engineering tools (DOORS, MATLAB/Simulink) and regulatory certification processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead design, development, and integration of avionic, electrical, and mechanical systems.
• Perform requirements analysis, architecture design, and component specs.
• Conduct testing, verification, and validation to meet specs and safety standards.
• Troubleshoot complex issues and implement engineering solutions.
• Mentor junior engineers across the product lifecycle.
• Collaborate with manufacturing, flight test, and support teams.

Skills

Aerospace engineering

Aircraft systems

Systems engineering

Leadership

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Tools

DOORS

MATLAB/Simulink

Job description

About the Role

Our client seeks an experienced and innovative Senior Aircraft Systems Engineer to join their dynamic team in Centurion . This role is crucial for the design, integration, and testing of complex aircraft systems, contributing to the development of next-generation aviation technology. You will lead engineering efforts, provide technical expertise, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure the seamless operation and optimal performance of all aircraft systems. This position demands a strong theoretical background and practical application of aerospace engineering principles, working within a facility dedicated to pushing the boundaries of aerospace innovation.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design, development, and integration of avionic, electrical, and mechanical systems for aircraft.
• Perform system requirements analysis, architecture design, and detailed component specification.
• Conduct system testing, verification, and validation activities, ensuring compliance with design specifications and safety standards.
• Troubleshoot complex system issues, identify root causes, and implement effective engineering solutions.
• Mentor junior engineers and provide technical guidance throughout the product lifecycle.
• Collaborate with manufacturing, flight test, and customer support teams to address system-related challenges.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Aerospace, Electrical, Mechanical, or a related Engineering field.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in aircraft systems engineering or a closely related aerospace discipline.
• Deep understanding of aircraft systems, including avionics, power distribution, flight controls, and environmental systems.
• Proficiency in systems engineering methodologies, tools (e.g., DOORS, MATLAB/Simulink), and simulation software.
• Experience with regulatory requirements and certification processes (e.g., SACAA, EASA, FAA).
• Strong leadership, problem-solving, and project management skills.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Opportunity to work on cutting-edge aviation projects.
• Access to state-of-the-art engineering facilities and technologies.
• Structured career development and advancement pathways.
• A collaborative and challenging work environment fostering professional growth.