Systems Engineer (UAV's)

Recruiter:

Network Recruitment

Job Ref:

NES023749/RS

Date posted:

Friday, December 5, 2025

Location:

Cape Town, South Africa

SUMMARY:
We are seeking a highly skilled Systems Engineer with strong expertise in UAV platforms to join our growing aerospace engineering team. In this role, you will be responsible for the design, integration, testing, and optimisation of complex unmanned aircraft systems. You will collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams to deliver cutting-edge UAV solutions for defence, commercial, and industrial applications.

POSITION INFO:
Key Responsibilities:

Lead system-level design, architecture definition, and requirements development for UAV platforms
Integrate avionics, propulsion, communications, sensors, and payload subsystems
Conduct system modelling, performance analysis, and risk assessments
Oversee hardware-in-the-loop (HIL), ground testing, and flight test campaigns
Support certification, documentation, and compliance activities
Troubleshoot and resolve system-level issues throughout the product lifecycle
Collaborate closely with software, mechanical, electrical, and flight operations teams

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor’s or Master’s in Systems Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field
Proven experience working with UAV systems or other aerospace platforms
Strong understanding of systems engineering methodologies (e.g., MBSE and V-Model)
Experience with the integration of avionics, sensors, RF systems, autopilots, and communication links
Proficiency in tools such as MATLAB/Simulink, DOORS, or SysML
Knowledge of airworthiness standards (e.g., DO-178C, DO-254, MIL-STD, or relevant civil UAV regulations)

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