TRAFFIC Western Cape

Development Engineer

Thales Aerospace Communications

Job Description

Overview

The design, bring-up and verification of complex analogue and digital electronic hardware for aeronautical SATCOM applications, in support of both the Software and Test Infrastructure groups.

Responsibilities
  • Design of complex analogue and digital electronic hardware according to company design standards.
  • Writing of architectural and detailed design and documentation.
  • Schematic design work and peer reviews.
  • PCB design work and peer reviews.
  • Perform the bring-up and verification of new designs.
  • Perform fault-finding and debugging on new and existing designs.
  • Provide hardware development support on new and existing products and test jig hardware.
  • Collaborate with colleagues on solving technical issues on new and existing hardware.
Job Requirements
  • BSc. in Electrical Engineering with a minimum of 2 years' experience in a complex design environment, with a focus on hardware design, bring-up and verification
  • Experience in an aeronautical (or similar) design environment will be advantageous
  • Experience with:
    • Modern eCAD software tools (e.g., Cadence, Altium, Mentor, etc.);
    • SPICE simulation tools;
    • Critical study and review of technical documentation (requirements documentation, datasheets, etc.);
    • Writing of architectural and detailed design documents;
    • Implementation of detailed hardware designs (schematic design, PCB layout, etc.);
    • Troubleshooting and debugging of complex electronic hardware;
    • Electronic lab equipment (digital storage oscilloscopes, signal generators, digital power supplies, etc.);
    • Hand soldering and manual rework of electronic assemblies;
    • Aspects relating to "design for manufacture" (DFM);
    • Aspects relating to product lifecycle management
  • Be a self-driven team player
  • The following experience will be advantageous:
    • Embedded software and firmware development;
    • Production test jig design;
    • Obsolescence management.

Affirmative Action and/or EE candidates will be given first preference as per our employment equity strategies.

About This Role

Career insights for Chemical Engineers positions

Salary Benchmark
R54,176/month
R41,918 to R73,926/month
Source: WageIndicator ZAR data
Job Outlook
This career will grow rapidly in the next few years.
Key Skills for This Role
Science Complex Problem Solving Critical Thinking Judgment and Decision Making Mathematics
Common Technologies
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Job Overview

Date Posted
11 May 2026
Location
Western Cape, South Africa

Chemical Engineers Insights

Median Salary (ZAR)
R54,176/month
Job Outlook
This career will grow rapidly in the next few years.

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