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Chief Engineer – RF/Antennas
- Location
- Centurion, Gauteng
- Minimum qualification
- Bachelor's degree
- Closing date
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At a glance
- At least 10 years of experience.
- Python
- Microsoft Office
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Job description
Our client is a technology-focused engineering organisation delivering advanced solutions to global defence and aerospace markets. They are looking for an accomplished Chief Engineer: Mechanical to serve as the design authority within the mechanical engineering discipline and provide technical leadership across complex development programmes.
The successful candidate will be responsible for guiding system-level design activities, ensuring compliance with industry standards, supporting business growth initiatives, and fostering innovation within the engineering function. This role offers the opportunity to work on cutting-edge technology while influencing technical strategy and mentoring the next generation of engineering talent.
Education:
* Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Structural Engineering, or a related Engineering discipline.
Job Experience & Skills Required:
* Minimum 10 years of relevant engineering experience with proven technical leadership.
* Recognised subject matter expert in structural mechanics, structural design, or related disciplines.
* Strong understanding of defence and aerospace engineering standards, including MIL-STD, STANAG, IEC, and ISO frameworks.
* Demonstrated experience acting as a technical lead or design authority on complex engineering programmes.
* Strong background in structural analysis, product development, and system design.
* Experience reviewing and approving engineering designs to ensure manufacturability, quality, compliance, and performance.
* Ability to provide technical mentorship and drive a culture of innovation and continuous improvement.
* Exposure to feasibility studies, bid support, and technical strategy development.
* Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
* Exposure to MATLAB, Python, FEKO, HFSS, CST, or similar engineering simulation tools will be advantageous.
* Registration with ECSA as a Professional Engineer (PrEng) will be advantageous.
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