Systems Engineer – Avionics

About Greenjets

Greenjets is a pioneering engineering firm dedicated to creating advanced propulsion systems tailored for the aviation sector. Their expertise covers research and development, engine manufacturing, aircraft systems, technical integration, and flight testing. The company's mission is to deliver top-tier engineering solutions and industry-leading propulsion systems for unmanned aircraft. They prioritize agility, innovation, and the adoption of cutting-edge technologies to exceed current industry standards while maintaining cost efficiency.

Job Overview

The role of Systems Engineer at Greenjets involves supporting the design, development, and implementation of intricate aerospace and unmanned systems. It demands sound technical decision-making, methodical thinking, and effective collaboration with clients, suppliers, and internal teams within a fast-paced and dynamic development context.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and manage system requirements, architectures, and interfaces related to electrical, avionics, and powertrain subsystems.
• Collect, analyze, and oversee requirements throughout the product development stages.
• Engage with customers and stakeholders to convert operational demands into practical technical solutions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional engineering groups to facilitate system integration and troubleshoot technical challenges.
• Take part in design assessments, risk evaluations, issue resolution, and project preparedness initiatives.
• Assist in verification and validation tasks, including test strategy planning, system integration, and flight testing.
• Participate in safety and airworthiness processes such as hazard identification and conducting system safety assessments.
• Utilize systems engineering methodologies and industry best practices to guarantee successful delivery of products.
• Support interactions with suppliers and contribute to technical reviews and client-facing engineering engagements as necessary.

Preferred Qualifications and Experience

• Proven background in systems engineering within aerospace, defence, automotive, motorsport, unmanned vehicles, or other advanced technology sectors.
• Good understanding of systems engineering fundamentals including requirements management, system integration, verification and validation, along with product lifecycle development.
• Experience with aircraft electrical systems, avionics, battery/energy storage, electric propulsion, power electronics, flight control, mission, or integrated vehicle systems.
• Awareness of aerospace safety and regulatory development standards.
• Familiarity with systems engineering and requirements management software such as Jama, Polarion, Cameo, Enterprise Architect, or equivalent tools is a plus.
• Strong abilities in communication, problem-solving, and managing stakeholder relationships.
• Comfort working within diverse engineering teams and adaptability to changing requirements and development conditions.
• Fluency in English is essential; knowledge of German or additional languages is advantageous for collaboration across international teams.