Chief Engineer: Electronics/Firmware

Milton Resourcing; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 800 000 - 1 200 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Pretoria is seeking a Chief Engineer – Electronics / Firmware. This senior role involves leading technical excellence in the defence and aerospace sectors, providing mentorship, and guiding design activities. The ideal candidate has over 10 years of engineering experience and expertise in RF electronics and embedded systems, backed by strong leadership skills. Competitive package offered.

Qualifications

• 10+ years' experience in relevant engineering disciplines.
• Recognised subject matter expert in your field.
• Strong familiarity with defence and aerospace standards.

Responsibilities

• Act as the design authority in Electronics / Firmware.
• Guide design activities to ensure compliance and performance integrity.
• Provide technical mentorship to engineering teams.

Skills

Technical leadership

Embedded systems expertise

RF electronics proficiency

Innovation

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering

Tools

MATLAB

Python

FEKO

HFSS

CST

Job description

Position: Chief Engineer – Electronics / Firmware

Location: Gauteng, Tshwane

Type: Permanent / Full-time

We are seeking a highly skilled Chief Engineer to lead technical excellence in Electronics and Firmware within the defence and aerospace sectors.

This senior role is ideal for an accomplished engineer with deep expertise in embedded systems or RF electronics, a passion for innovation, and a proven track record of leadership in complex, multidisciplinary engineering projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as the design authority in Electronics / Firmware, leading complex system designs and ensuring technical excellence.
• Guide, review, and approve design activities to ensure compliance, manufacturability, and performance integrity.
• Provide technical mentorship and develop engineering teams, fostering a culture of innovation and continuous learning.
• Support opportunity evaluation, feasibility studies, and bid development.
• Collaborate with other senior engineers and executive leadership to align technical strategy with organisational objectives.
• Drive research, process improvement, and intellectual property generation.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering, specialising in RF Electronics or Firmware.
• 10+ years' experience in relevant engineering disciplines with proven technical leadership.
• Recognised subject matter expert in your field (e.g., embedded systems, firmware development, electromagnetic simulation, or structural mechanics).
• Strong familiarity with defence and aerospace standards (e.g., MIL-STD, STANAG, IEC, ISO).
• Proficiency in MS Office.

Advantageous

• Experience with MATLAB, Python, FEKO, HFSS, CST, or similar simulation/analysis tools.
• Demonstrated track record in innovation and intellectual property development.

Key Attributes

• Strategic thinker with hands‑on technical expertise.
• Strong leadership, mentoring, and team development skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management capabilities.
• Committed to delivering high‑quality solutions in fast‑paced, mission‑critical environments.

Apply now with your CV and a cover letter highlighting your leadership experience and technical expertise.