Senior Aviation Systems Reliability Engineer (Remote)

Placements24; Bloemfontein; Hybrid; ZAR 1,976,000 - 2,964,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health benefits

Annual leave and holidays

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Aviation Systems Reliability Engineer to join a fully remote team focused on RAMS for advanced aviation systems. You will lead reliability analyses, develop testing strategies, and work with cross-functional groups to enhance system robustness throughout the lifecycle.

The role requires deep knowledge of aviation safety standards (ARP4761, DO-254) and experience with RAMS prediction methods (MIL-HDBK-217, FIDES).

Qualifications

• RAMS analyses experience in aviation systems.
• Knowledge of aviation safety standards and certification requirements.
• Proficiency with reliability analysis software and techniques.
• Excellent written and verbal communication for remote collaboration.
• Experience with FMEA/FMECA and FTA methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Perform RAMS analyses for aviation systems.
• Develop and implement reliability testing plans and methodologies.
• Analyze failure data, identify root causes, and recommend corrective actions.
• Contribute to system design reviews with reliability and safety considerations.
• Develop reliability prediction models using MIL-HDBK-217 and FIDES.
• Ensure compliance with ARP4761 and DO-254.
• Collaborate with systems, hardware, and software teams on reliability issues.
• Prepare technical reports and presentations on assessments and findings.
• Stay current with reliability engineering advancements in aviation.
• Support maintainability specifications and procedures.

Skills

RAMS analyses

Aviation standards

Statistical analysis

Remote collaboration

Strong communication

FMEA/FMECA/FTA

Education

Bachelors/Masters in Aerospace/Electrical/Mechanical

Tools

Reliability software

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a leading innovator in aviation technology solutions, is seeking a highly skilled Senior Aviation Systems Reliability Engineer to join their expanding remote team. This critical role focuses on ensuring the utmost reliability, availability, maintainability, and safety (RAMS) of complex aviation systems. You will conduct in-depth reliability analyses, develop testing strategies, and implement measures to enhance system robustness throughout the product lifecycle. The ideal candidate possesses a strong quantitative background, deep understanding of aviation standards, and exceptional analytical capabilities. As a fully remote position, you will collaborate effectively with engineering teams across different locations, contributing to the development of highly dependable aircraft systems from your home office. This is an excellent opportunity to influence system design and contribute to flight safety on a global scale.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive reliability, availability, and maintainability (RAM) analyses for aviation systems.
• Develop and implement reliability testing plans and methodologies.
• Analyze failure data, identify root causes of unreliability, and recommend corrective actions.
• Contribute to system design reviews, ensuring reliability and safety considerations are integrated early.
• Develop and maintain reliability prediction models using industry-standard tools and techniques (e.g., MIL-HDBK-217, FIDES).
• Ensure compliance with aviation safety and reliability standards (e.g., ARP4761, DO-254).
• Collaborate with systems, hardware, and software engineering teams to address reliability concerns.
• Prepare technical reports and presentations on reliability assessments and findings.
• Stay current with advancements in reliability engineering principles and tools relevant to aviation.
• Support the development and refinement of maintainability specifications and procedures.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related quantitative field.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in reliability engineering, with a significant focus on aviation systems.
• Proven experience in conducting RAMS analyses and applying reliability prediction techniques.
• Strong understanding of aviation safety standards and certification requirements.
• Proficiency with reliability analysis software and tools.
• Excellent analytical, statistical, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, essential for remote collaboration.
• Ability to work independently and manage tasks effectively in a remote environment.
• Experience with FMEA/FMECA and FTA methodologies is required.
• Familiarity with system design and V&V processes in the aerospace industry is highly desirable.

Benefits

• Our client offers a competitive salary, commensurate with experience, plus performance-based bonuses.
• Comprehensive health benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• We provide a generous annual leave allowance and paid public holidays.
• Opportunities for continuous professional development, including advanced training and certifications, are readily available.
• This fully remote position offers the ultimate flexibility and work-life balance.
• Join a highly innovative company committed to advancing aviation technology and enhancing flight safety.
• We foster a collaborative and results-oriented remote work culture.