Senior Remote Aircraft Systems Integration Engineer

Placements24; Vereeniging; Hybrid; ZAR 2,001,000 - 3,001,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an Aircraft Systems Integration Specialist to join a globally distributed team in a fully remote capacity. You will oversee integration across avionics, electrical, mechanical, and software domains, develop comprehensive integration plans, and collaborate with design, software, and certification teams to ensure robust, compliant systems for next‑generation aircraft.

The role requires 8+ years in aircraft systems engineering, deep knowledge of ARINC protocols and

Qualifications

• 8+ years of progressive experience in aircraft systems engineering and integration.
• Degree in Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.
• Proven track record of successfully integrating complex aircraft systems.
• Knowledge of ARINC 429/664 and data buses; MBSE/SysML proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Oversee integration of avionics, electrical, mechanical, and software components.
• Develop detailed integration plans, timelines, and resource needs.
• Collaborate with system engineers, software/hardware teams to define interfaces.
• Conduct simulations, testing, and validation of integrated systems for compliance.
• Identify and resolve integration issues across subsystems.
• Document processes, test results, and configurations thoroughly.
• Ensure compliance with aviation standards and certification requirements.
• Communicate progress and challenges to cross-functional teams.
• Provide technical leadership on integration best practices for remote teams.

Skills

Aircraft systems integration

MBSE

SysML

ARINC 429

ARINC 664

Systems engineering

Remote collaboration

Analytical thinking

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field

Tools

SysML modeling tools

Simulation software

Testing & validation tools

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an Aircraft Systems Integration Specialist to join a globally distributed team in a fully remote capacity. You will oversee integration across avionics, electrical, mechanical, and software domains, develop comprehensive integration plans, and collaborate with design, software, and certification teams to ensure robust, compliant systems for next‑generation aircraft.

The role requires 8+ years in aircraft systems engineering, deep knowledge of ARINC protocols and