Senior Avionics Engineer

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonuses

Fully remote

Global health insurance

Stock options

Professional development budget

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly skilled Senior Avionics Engineer to join their forward-thinking team. This fully remote role allows you to contribute from anywhere while driving advancements in aircraft electronics and communication systems.

You will design, develop, integrate, and test complex avionics hardware and software, lead validation efforts, and collaborate with software, hardware, and systems engineers to meet safety and reliability standards.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in avionics systems design, development, and integration.
• Master's or PhD in Electrical or Aerospace Engineering.
• Proficiency with ARINC, MIL-STD, and DO-160.
• Experience with simulation and embedded software development.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and integrate avionics systems (navigation, comms, flight control, displays).
• Perform modeling and simulation to validate performance and requirements.
• Lead testing and validation of hardware and software; create test plans.
• Troubleshoot avionics issues; identify root causes and solutions.
• Collaborate with software, hardware, and systems teams.
• Stay aware of avionics technologies, trends, and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Avionics design

System integration

Embedded software

Flight control

ARINC standards

Education

Master's/PhD in EE or Aerospace

Tools

Simulation tools

Embedded dev environments

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly skilled and innovative Senior Avionics Engineer to join their forward-thinking team. This is a fully remote position, offering the flexibility to contribute your expertise from anywhere while driving advancements in aircraft electronics and communication systems. You will be responsible for the design, development, integration, and testing of complex avionics systems, ensuring they meet the highest standards of performance, safety, and reliability. This role requires a deep technical understanding, strong problem-solving abilities, and a passion for pushing the boundaries of aerospace technology in a remote-first environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and integrate state-of-the-art avionics systems, including navigation, communication, flight control, and display systems.
• Perform system analysis, modeling, and simulation to validate design performance and ensure compliance with requirements.
• Lead the testing and validation of avionics hardware and software, developing test plans and procedures.
• Troubleshoot complex avionics issues, identifying root causes and implementing effective solutions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams, including software, hardware, and systems engineers.
• Stay current with emerging avionics technologies, industry trends, and regulatory requirements.

Requirements

• Master's or PhD degree in Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field.
• 10+ years of experience in avionics systems design, development, and integration.
• Expertise in avionics standards such as ARINC, MIL-STD, and DO-160.
• Proficiency with avionics simulation tools and embedded software development environments.
• Strong understanding of flight control systems, navigation principles, and communication protocols.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills, suitable for a remote team.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and significant performance-based bonuses.
• Fully remote work opportunity with excellent work-life balance.
• Comprehensive global health insurance.
• Generous stock options and long-term incentive plans.
• Significant budget for professional development and continued learning.