Senior Systems Engineer
€6,000 - €8,500 per month
Key Skills
Job Description
Senior Systems Engineer | Product Development Lead the Future of Electric Aviation Aeronamic Innovations is developing the next generation of electric compressor technology for the aerospace industry. As a fast-growing business unit within Aeronamic, we combine the agility of a scale-up with more than 35 years of aerospace expertise. Together with leading international partners, we develop breakthrough technologies for electric and hydrogen-powered aircraft that will shape the future of sustainable aviation. To support our continued growth, we are looking for an experienced Senior Systems Engineer who enjoys taking ownership of complex multidisciplinary development projects and thrives in a dynamic, entrepreneurial environment. Your Challenge You will lead the development project of advanced electric compressor systems—from concept through certification and production readiness. Working closely with the General Manager, VP Product Development, Director Operations and multidisciplinary engineering teams, you will translate innovative ideas into certified aerospace products. One of your first assignments will be leading the prestigious TePS programme, part of the Dutch National Growth Fund initiative Aviation in Transition, where Aeronamic leads an international consortium developing technologies for tomorrow's aircraft. This is a highly visible role with significant technical and strategic influence. What You'll Do Lead multidisciplinary product development programmes Own systems engineering activities from requirements through validation Coordinate mechanical, electrical, software and manufacturing disciplines Manage technical risks, planning and project execution As the project lead, act as the technical interface towards customers, consortium partners and certification authorities Drive products towards certification and industrialisation Help build a rapidly growing high-tech organisation What We're Looking For You are an experienced Systems Engineer who combines technical excellence with leadership. You bring: MSc in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Elewctric/Electronic Engineering, Systems Engineering or a related discipline Minimum of 10 years' experience in aerospace or another highly regulated high-tech industry Proven experience leading multidisciplinary product development programmes Strong Systems Engineering expertise Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills An entrepreneurial, pragmatic and hands-on mindset Excellent command of the English language Experience with aircraft electrification, thermal management, power electronics or high-speed rotating machinery is considered a strong advantage. Why Aeronamic? This role offers far more than a traditional engineering position. You will join a rapidly expanding organisation where decisions are made quickly, people know each other personally and everyone contributes directly to the success of the business. We offer: A key position within one of Europe's most innovative aerospace companies The opportunity to play a key role in developing and delivering advanced technologies for a more sustainable aviation High visibility and direct influence on strategic development programs Short communication lines and an entrepreneurial culture A highly motivated international team Hybrid working and partial remote possibilities Candidates living in the Netherlands or neighbouring European countries are encouraged to apply English is the primary working language An excellent salary and attractive employment conditions We are known for our strong and comprehensive employment benefits. A selection is listed below: Gross monthly salary between €6,000 and €8,500, depending on education and experience An annual mid-year allowance of 4%, an end-of-year allowance of 3%, and a performance-based bonus of up to 3% A monthly contribution of €176.56 towards your health insurance premium 40 vacation days per year, based on a fulltime contract An attractive pension scheme, with Aeronamic covering 77% of your pension premium Flexible working hours Interested? Would you like to play a key role in developing the next generation of aerospace technology? We would be delighted to hear from you. Please send your up-to-date CV together with a brief motivation to [email protected], for the attention of Mr. A.F.A. Rohring. For additional information, please contact: A.F.A. Rohring Select Support Executive Search & Recruitment 📧 [email protected] 📞 +31 (0)6 4195 9939 Select Support exclusively supports Aeronamic throughout this recruitment and selection process. Successful candidates will be employed directly by Aeronamic.
Core Responsibilities
Lead multidisciplinary product development programs for electric compressor systems from concept through certification. Act as the primary technical interface for customers, partners, and certification authorities while managing project risks and execution.
Requirements
Requires an MSc in an engineering discipline and at least 10 years of experience in aerospace or a highly regulated high-tech industry. Candidates must possess strong systems engineering expertise and proven leadership capabilities in multidisciplinary environments.
Benefits
- Health insurance contribution
- Performance-based bonus
- 40 vacation days
- Pension scheme
- Flexible working hours
- Hybrid working
About Aeronamic
Industry: Airlines and Aviation
Company size: 201-500 employees
Aeronamic has an impressive track record in the aerospace industry. With a team of over 250 enthusiastic professionals spread across four strategic locations in the Netherlands and Romania, we are leaders in the design, manufacture, testing, repair and maintenance of advanced turbomachinery, engine-driven systems and critical components for both commercial and defense aviation. All of this is done in-house, with vertical integration being a key element. We continually strive to improve our lead times using the latest manufacturing technologies and lean/six sigma methodologies. We have a strong focus on innovation and sustainability as evidenced by our Mission Zero program. We strive to set a new standard in aviation by developing sustainable solutions, such as our proprietary e-compressor. This technology contributes to the realization of carbon-neutral systems. Our R&D department is located at the Technology Base in Enschede. At Aeronamic Services in Woensdrecht, we are fully operational and proud to maintain the PTMS system of at least all European F-35s for the next 40 years, with ambitions to expand. We have proven ourselves in an industry with long-term programs, exclusive partnerships and stringent safety and quality requirements from leading customers such as Honeywell, Lockheed Martin and Pratt & Whitney. Operating in a complex landscape of technology and document management, from large systems to micro-level precision machining, we meet the challenges of the modern aerospace industry. For more than 35 years, we have been committed to safe and sustainable aviation, driven by innovation and growth in this dynamic industry.