Senior Aviation Systems Integration Engineer

Placements24; Upington; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 2,100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work flexibility

Executive-level compensation withbonus

Global health insurance

Professional development & conferences

Generous paid time off

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Senior Aviation Systems Integration Engineer for a fully remote role. You will design, develop, and integrate complex electronic and software systems onto aircraft platforms, ensuring interoperability among avionics, navigation, and control systems.

The ideal candidate has 10+ years of experience in aviation systems engineering, strong DO-178C/DO-254 knowledge, and hands-on embedded development skills.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• 10+ years in systems engineering and integration in aviation.
• Experience with avionics integration incl. comms, navigation, surveillance, flight control.

Responsibilities

• Define system requirements and architecture for integrated aviation systems.
• Oversee hardware/software integration for compatibility and performance.
• Develop and execute system integration test plans and procedures.
• Troubleshoot and resolve integration issues with root cause analysis.
• Ensure compliance with aviation standards (DO-178C, DO-254, ARINC).
• Collaborate with hardware, software and avionics teams.
• Manage system integration risks and mitigation strategies.
• Prepare design specs, test reports, and user manuals.
• Provide mentorship to junior engineers.

Skills

Systems engineering

Avionics integration

Embedded systems

SysML

DOORS

Education

Master's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

DOORS

SysML

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a leader in advanced aviation technology solutions, is seeking a Senior Aviation Systems Integration Engineer for a fully remote role. This position is crucial for designing, developing, and integrating complex electronic and software systems onto aircraft platforms. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in systems engineering, hardware-software integration, and a deep understanding of aviation standards and protocols. You will be responsible for ensuring seamless interoperability between various avionics, communication, navigation, and control systems. This is an excellent opportunity for a seasoned engineer to leverage their expertise in a challenging, fully remote capacity, contributing to the development of next-generation aviation technologies. The role demands strong analytical skills, meticulous attention to detail, and the ability to manage complex integration projects from conception through to validation. You will be a key contributor, working with a globally distributed team dedicated to pushing the boundaries of aviation systems engineering. This role offers significant autonomy and the chance to make a substantial impact on future aircraft capabilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Define system requirements and architecture for integrated aviation systems.
• Oversee the integration of hardware and software components, ensuring compatibility and performance.
• Develop and execute system integration test plans and procedures.
• Troubleshoot and resolve integration issues, performing root cause analysis.
• Ensure compliance with relevant aviation standards (e.g., DO-178C, DO-254, ARINC).
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including hardware engineers, software developers, and avionics specialists.
• Manage system integration risks and develop mitigation strategies.
• Prepare technical documentation, including design specifications, test reports, and user manuals.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in systems engineering and integration within the aviation industry.
• Proven experience with avionics systems integration, including communication, navigation, surveillance, and flight control systems.
• In-depth knowledge of aviation standards, protocols (e.g., ARINC 429, AFDX), and certification processes.
• Experience with systems engineering tools (e.g., DOORS, SysML).
• Strong understanding of hardware-software co-design and embedded systems.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and debugging skills.
• Proficiency in programming languages relevant to embedded systems is a plus.
• Ability to work independently and lead integration efforts in a fully remote environment.

Benefits

• Fully remote work arrangement with significant flexibility.
• Executive-level compensation package with bonus potential.
• Comprehensive global health insurance.
• Significant allowance for professional development, training, and conferences.
• Opportunity to work on highly advanced and innovative aviation projects.
• Access to leading-edge technologies and development tools.
• Generous paid time off and flexible working hours.
• Retirement savings and investment programs.