Engineering Manager Aerospace

Findojobs South Africa; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace innovation firm in South Africa seeks a qualified engineering professional for a senior executive role. You will lead strategic direction, oversee operations, and drive business development in the aerospace and optical systems sectors. A BEng in Mechanical or Electronic Engineering is essential, along with strong business leadership experience. This role offers competitive compensation and opportunities for international engagement.

Benefits

Executive-level role

Access to international projects

Opportunity to shape innovation

Qualifications

• Strong technical background in high-tech R&D or engineering environments.
• Experience in General Manager or senior executive roles preferred.
• Exceptional leadership and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the organisation's strategic direction and align technical and business goals.
• Oversee operations, project execution, and team performance.
• Drive business development and client engagement.

Skills

Business leadership

Stakeholder management

Technical excellence

Education

BEng in Mechanical or Electronic Engineering

MBA or postgraduate qualification (highly advantageous)

Job description

This company operates at the intersection of aerospace innovation and advanced optical systems engineering, serving international civil and security markets.

This role is ideal for a qualified engineering professional with strong business leadership experience and a deep technical foundation. You will be stepping into a senior executive position with opportunities for international engagement, career growth, and direct influence on cutting-edge technology development.

Key Responsibilities :

• Lead the organisation's strategic direction and ensure the alignment of technical and business goals.
• Oversee day-to-day operations, project execution, and team performance across all departments.
• Drive business development, client engagement, and international partnerships.
• Ensure technical excellence in R&D and product development initiatives.
• Manage financial and operational performance, budgeting, and resource allocation.
• Foster innovation, efficiency, and high standards of delivery.
• Represent the organisation at executive level in both local and international engagements.

Requirements :

• BEng in Mechanical or Electronic Engineering (or equivalent).
• Strong technical background with proven experience in high-tech R&D or engineering environments (preferably aerospace, optics, or defence-related sectors).
• Previous experience in a General Manager or senior executive role within an engineering or technology-driven business.
• Strong business acumen, with a track record of aligning technical initiatives to strategic and financial objectives.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.

Highly Advantageous :

• MBA or postgraduate qualification in business/management.
• Experience with international clients, partnerships, or markets.
• Background in systems engineering, optics, aerospace technologies, or defence-related R&D.

Whats on Offer :

• Executive-level role in a respected, high-impact organisation.
• Access to international projects and exposure.
• Opportunity to shape innovation in South African aerospace and optical systems.
• Competitive compensation package and clear growth trajectory.