System Engineer

The Legends Agency; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 400,000 - 550,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology solutions provider in Cape Town seeks a system engineer to join their dynamic System Engineering team. The ideal candidate will develop compliance plans and system architectures, translate client needs into specifications, and work on integrating complex aerospace systems. Candidates should hold a Bachelor's degree and possess excellent problem-solving skills, alongside 2-5 years of relevant experience. The role involves collaboration with clients to ensure system optimization and safety.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of relevant industry or postgraduate experience.
• Strong skills in communication, both verbal and written.
• Experience with system design for aerospace applications.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the development of system-level plans and procedures.
• Translate client requirements into system/subsystem-level requirements.
• Develop system architectures and verification plans.

Skills

Problem-solving skills

Interpersonal skills

Logical thinking

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Electronic, Mechatronic, or Mechanical Engineering

Master's Degree in Mechatronic / Mechanical or Electronic Engineering

Job description

A company specializing in the delivery of complete and comprehensive certification-ready Automation, Simulation, Communication, and Ground Control Solutions seeks a system engineer with a passion for airborne system-level (e.g. ISR aircraft, UAS and OPS) design and problem-solving. Successful candidates will form part of the companys dynamic System Engineering team.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Assist with the development of system-level plans, processes, procedures, and internal standards towards compliance with aerospace and safety standards and guidelines;
• Liaise with client and translate client requirements into system/subsystem-level requirements that can feed hardware and software requirements;
• Perform requirements validation through bidirectional traceability and review of requirements for compliance with standards;
• Develop system architectures and comprehensive system designs to fulfill the system/subsystem-level requirements. This may include supporting analyses such as reliability analyses towards proving system safety;
• Develop system-level verification plans, test cases, and procedures toward full test coverage of system/subsystem-level requirements;
• Assist with the execution, analysis, review and quality control of system-level test cases and procedures. Develop tools in support of the system engineering processes, towards automation of activities such as verification and validation, continuous integration etc.
• Guide the documentation of system designs, including interface documents, operator manuals, maintenance manuals, training material etc.
• Plan, assist and support the integration, testing, review and sign-off of system designs with the client. This will often require on-site support and typically span integration, ground testing, and flight testing;
• Manage or assist with the management of various internal or external system-level projects, towards ensuring processes are followed and timelines, budgets, and quality standards are met. Client communication, including communicating complex technical data and information in a clear and accessible manner, fostering strong client relationships; and
• Provide client support and training, ensuring clients are well-equipped to maximize the benefits the company systems.

Requirements

1. 2.1. Minimum Qualifications
2. a. Bachelor\'s Degree in Electronic, Mechatronic, or Mechanical (BSc Eng/BEng or equivalent).
3. 2.2. Required Skills and Experience
4. a. 2-5 years of relevant industry or postgraduate experience
5. b. Excellent problem-solving skills;
6. c. Excellent interpersonal skills, both inside and outside the organization; and
7. d.Logical thinker.
8. 2.3. Recommended Skills and Experience
9. a. Masters Degree in Mechatronic / Mechanical or Electronic Engineering (MSc Eng. / MEng).