Job Description

At ScioTeq BV, we design and deliver cutting-edge avionics display and computing systems that power the future of aerospace. From cockpit displays to mission-critical computing platforms, our solutions are trusted by leading aircraft manufacturers and defense organizations worldwide. As we expand our capabilities, we’re seeking a skilled System & Cyber Security Engineer Avionics to help us build secure, high-performance airborne systems.

Are you excited by the idea of shaping the next generation of secure avionics systems? Do you thrive in a high‑tech R&D environment where hardware, software and system engineering come together? Join us and take a leading role in embedding cybersecurity into the heart of our product development.

Your responsibilities

As our Avionics System & Cyber Security Engineer, you will strengthen our system engineering capabilities and drive cybersecurity as a core system function You translate security principles into real product requirements, architectures and engineering processes — ensuring our avionics devices remain secure in an increasingly complex landscape.

• Translate cybersecurity needs into clear system-and product-level requirements.

• Design conceptual security architectures for advanced avionics products.

• Define how security is built to hardware, embedded software, FPGA logic and mechanical systems.

• Stay on top of international and EU cybersecurity standards and translate them into actionable guidelines.

• Represent us in cybersecurity working groups and industry forums.

• Define verification and test strategies that ensures robust security.

• Lead initiatives to implement cybersecurity processes and methodologies across R&D.

• Built internal expertise by rolling out best practices, training and guidance.

• Help shape our long-term cybersecurity roadmap.

• Work in parallel with safety engineering, embedding security in safety concepts.

• Contribute to broader system engineering activities considering the full system lifecycle.

• Report directly to the R&D director.

Requirements

Your profile

• You hold a master’s degree in engineering (electronics, computer science, mechatronics or similar)

• You have a strong interest in cyber security for embedded or avionics systems.

• You can master complex systems architectures including electronics, FPGA firmware and embedded software.

• You are analytical and conceptual thinker, experienced in requirements definition.

• You have the willingness to dive into cyber security standards and methodologies.

• You have strong communication skills in English and the ability to guide multidisciplinary teams.

• You have experience in system engineering, safety engineering or avionics development.

• You have knowledge of FPGA development, embedded software or hardware architectures.

• You are familiar with regulatory frameworks (e.g. DO-326A, DO-356A, EU cybersecurity requirements).

• You have experience in setting up processes and / or methodologies within R&D environments.

• You are flexible and think beyond the boundaries of your own domain.

• You work in a structured way but can adapt to a rapidly evolving markets.

• You recognize yourself in our company values: Customer Focus, Teamwork, Trust and Respect, Ethical Behaviour.

Offer

ScioTeq is a growing international environment with innovation as key and colleagues who share determination and high working standards which move the world forward. Our headquarters in Kortrijk is easily accessible by car, bike or public transport.

We offer a competitive salary, complimented by extra-legal benefits:

• Meal vouchers of €8

• Transport allowance

• Internet allowance of €60 net

• Yearly bonus

• Group insurance

• Medical insurance

• Flexible salary plan with possibilities for a car, electric bicycle, tablet, etc.

We invest in personal growth by offering various training opportunities throughout the year ('Everyone Learns' program, Mtech+ training courses, IT Awareness training, Viva Learning, on the job training & certification programs in avionics and cybersecurity).

We value a healthy work-life balance and promote this by offering flexible working hours, possibility to work from home and 32 vacation days.

Joining the ScioTeq family, means being invited to events and activities which enhance team spirit and wellbeing (e.g. Company Celebrations, Out of office parties, Quizzes, buddy walks, …).