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Chief Engineer Grade A Weapons Systems : Section Head

South African Department of Defence

Johannesburg

On-site

ZAR 800,000 - 1,200,000

Full time

30+ days ago

Job summary

The South African Department of Defence is seeking a Chief Engineer Grade A for Weapons Systems, based in Johannesburg. This leadership role involves engineering instruction generation, design development, and managing the Weapons Systems Engineering team. Candidates should possess an engineering degree and relevant experience, with a focus on marine design being advantageous.

Qualifications

  • 6 years post-qualification experience required as a Registered Professional Engineer.
  • Valid Driver’s License.
  • Proven postgraduate experience in a marine design environment is an advantage.

Responsibilities

  • Generate Weapons Systems Engineering instructions and advice.
  • Develop concept and system designs.
  • Manage the Weapons Systems Engineering Sub-Section.

Skills

Engineering Degree
Marine Design Experience

Education

Engineering Degree or relevant qualification

Tools

Project Management

Job description

Job title : Chief Engineer Grade A Weapons Systems : Section Head

Job Location : Gauteng, Johannesburg

Deadline : June 23, 2025

Requirements :

  • Engineering Degree or relevant qualification. 6 years post-qualification experience required as a Registered Professional Engineer.
  • Valid Driver’s License. Proven postgraduate experience in a marine design environment is an advantage.

Duties :

  • Generate Weapons Systems Engineering instructions and advice.
  • Develop concept and system designs.
  • Provide Weapons Systems Engineering acceptance services.
  • Create Weapons Systems Engineering design standards.
  • Ensure standardization of Weapons Systems Engineering equipment.
  • Manage project/task activities.
  • Manage the Weapons Systems Engineering Sub-Section.
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