Job Requisition ID: 4181
Location:
Irene, ZA
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Company: HENSOLDT SOUTH AFRICA (PTY) LTD
About the role
We are seeking an experienced and strategic Engineering Manager to lead and develop the Electronic Engineering discipline in alignment with product market requirements and the company’s long-term business objectives.
The successful candidate will be responsible for driving engineering excellence across product design, development, systems engineering, and technology advancement. This role requires a strong leader who can establish engineering best practices, develop high-performing teams, improve processes, and ensure the delivery of innovative, high-quality electronic products.
The Engineering Manager will play a key role in shaping future technologies, improving product development efficiency, and ensuring the organisation remains competitive within the engineering and technology landscape.
Qualifications and Experience
Minimum BEng in Electronic Engineering and/or B.Eng Engineering Management
Management training or equivalent qualification would be advantageous
Previous experience managing an electronic engineering discipline team or technical team
Key Technical Skills
Strong knowledge of electronic design principles, production methods, techniques, procedures, and equipment
Experience in the technical management of electronic product design and related engineering support functions
Knowledge of resource allocation, and people management
Strong understanding of Electronic Engineering and Technology within multidisciplinary product development and manufacturing environments
Knowledge of firmware and electronics development lifecycles
Knowledge of business and operational management principles
Key responsibilities
1. Process ownership and Engineering excellence
2. Capability establishment and resource planning
3. People leadership and team development
Our recruitment values:
HENSOLDT South Africa focuses on diversity, equity, and inclusion in our organizational strategy. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive corporate culture that benefits our employees and delivers better outcomes for our clients. In line with our commitment to equal employment opportunities and our focus on diversity in the operational environment, we welcome applications from all ethnic groups. In line with HENSOLDT's commitment to equal employment opportunities and our focus on diversity in the operational environment, preference will be given to suitable candidates from designated groups.
Application Deadline: 09 July 2026.
How to Apply:
Please submit your CV by applying directly on the HENSOLDT Careers page.
If you have not been contacted within 14 days of the closing date, please consider your application
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