Senior Electronic Design Engineer, Aerospace/Defense Leader

The Hiring House; Wes-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

The Hiring House seeks an experienced Electronic Engineer to lead end-to-end product development for aerospace/defence applications. You will design and prototype electronic and electro-mechanical systems, including FPGA-based designs, while ensuring high reliability and robust performance in demanding environments.

Responsibilities include simulations, testing, documentation, reviews, and cross-functional collaboration across systems, mechanical, software, production, procurement and quality

Qualifications

• BSc/BEng in Electronic Engineering from a recognized institution.
• Master’s degree in a relevant engineering discipline is advantageous.
• 5+ years in high-reliability electronic product design (aerospace/defence preferred).

Responsibilities

• Lead and contribute to all stages of the product lifecycle from concept to production and after-sales support.
• Design, prototype, and develop electronic and electro-mechanical solutions including FPGA-based designs.
• Perform simulation, analysis, testing, and qualification to ensure designs meet requirements with reliable performance.
• Prepare and maintain design documentation and participate in reviews with stakeholders.
• Ensure configuration control for all engineering CIs and deliver technical work packages on time.
• Collaborate with systems, mechanical, software, production, procurement and quality teams for integrated solutions.
• Mentor Design Engineers, Graduate Engineers, and Intern Engineers.
• Support customer interactions and business development activities with technical input.

Skills

Electronic design

Embedded firmware

FPGA design

High-reliability electronics

Analog & digital design

Systems integration

Education

BSc/BEng in Electronic Engineering

Master’s degree in relevant engineering (advantageous)

Job description

The Hiring House seeks an experienced Electronic Engineer to lead end-to-end product development for aerospace/defence applications. You will design and prototype electronic and electro-mechanical systems, including FPGA-based designs, while ensuring high reliability and robust performance in demanding environments.

Responsibilities include simulations, testing, documentation, reviews, and cross-functional collaboration across systems, mechanical, software, production, procurement and quality