Avionics Systems Engineer
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Location
Canton of Basel-City
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Sector:
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Job type:
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Salary:
Negotiable
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Contact:
Ben Clapham
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Contact email:
b.clapham@ioassociates.eu
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Job ref:
BBBH149489_1729867148
Avionics Systems Design Engineer
Focused on developing designs for cabin and avionics systems. Support management by contributing to the design of various systems, including environmental controls (air-conditioning, heating, humidification), in-flight entertainment and cabin management, and communication networks (telephony, GSM, LAN/WLAN). Additional responsibilities include:
- Designing systems for satellite communication, high-speed data transfer, and satellite TV.
- Developing power generation, supply, and distribution solutions for galleys, seating, interior doors, and lighting systems.
- Designing and testing smoke detection and oxygen systems for passengers, as well as cabin and emergency lighting systems.
Primary Responsibilities
- Independently lead system design, modification, commissioning, and testing of electrical/avionics systems for aircraft cabin projects.
- Prepare technical specifications, service definitions, and support project planning (including requests for quotations, order descriptions, and materials).
- Develop layout drawings, block diagrams, wiring diagrams, item and wire lists, and manage engineering change orders (ECO) and product change requests (PCR).
- Create installation instructions, ground/flight check protocols, and testing procedures.
- Maintain compliance documentation, including equipment qualification, wire routing, installation, and safety assessments.
- Collaborate with the Avionics and Electrical Services departments, as well as the Airworthiness Office, Mechanical Production Engineering, and Mechanical Design Engineering.
- Engage with vendors, suppliers, and test facilities for parts, components, and system assessments.
Required Skills and Qualifications
- A degree in Electronic or Electrical Engineering (or similar) is essential; aviation and design engineering experience are assets.
- Minimum of three years of experience, proficiency in MS Office (including Visio) and CAD.
- Strong communication skills in English; German and/or French are advantageous.
- Effective time management, proactive teamwork skills, and a commitment to quality, safety, and reliability.