Aerospace & Defence Tech Lead: Systems & Integration

Milton Resourcing; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 800 000 - 1 100 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm based in Gauteng, Pretoria is seeking a Technical Lead to manage advanced product development projects in the Aerospace and Defence sector. The ideal candidate should have over 5 years of experience and a degree in Electronic, Mechanical, or Systems Engineering. They will oversee project timelines, budgets, and technical integrity while working with multidisciplinary teams. This role offers a chance to engage in innovative engineering projects that contribute to national and international defence initiatives.

Qualifications

• 5+ years’ experience in product development, including at least 2 years in a technical or project leadership role.
• Proven track record in aerospace or defence engineering projects.
• Strong knowledge of systems engineering and requirements management.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex product development projects from concept to handover.
• Ensure technical integrity and compliance with aerospace standards.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams across various disciplines.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Analytical mindset

Technical problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electronic, Mechanical, or Systems Engineering

Tools

MS Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

A leading engineering firm based in Gauteng, Pretoria is seeking a Technical Lead to manage advanced product development projects in the Aerospace and Defence sector. The ideal candidate should have over 5 years of experience and a degree in Electronic, Mechanical, or Systems Engineering. They will oversee project timelines, budgets, and technical integrity while working with multidisciplinary teams. This role offers a chance to engage in innovative engineering projects that contribute to national and international defence initiatives.