Systems Technician

About the Role

We are seeking a motivated and technically skilled Systems Technician to support the successful delivery of complex engineering projects by performing system engineering, integration, testing, verification, and technical support activities. The successful candidate will contribute to the full system lifecycle, from requirements analysis and system design through to integration, acceptance testing, client support, and operational deployment, ensuring projects are delivered on time and to specification.

• National Diploma in Electronic Engineering (BTech will be advantageous).
• Minimum 3 years' experience in a product development environment.
• Experience in Radio Frequency (RF) measurements is essential.
• IPC certification would be advantageous.
• Experience working with analogue and digital electronics and test equipment.
• Experience in system integration, testing, product development, or defence technology environments would be advantageous.

• Solid knowledge of mathematics, physical sciences, and general electronic/mechanical engineering principles.
• Engineering design, innovation, simulation, and rapid prototyping techniques.
• Understanding and application of engineering processes and review gates.
• Product knowledge and implementation of engineering solutions.
• Broad understanding of system-level manufacturing techniques.
• Functional performance and manufacturability principles.
• Engineering drawing standards and technical documentation.
• Precision assembly of complex system designs.

• Obtain work package requirements from Systems Engineers.
• Define scope, execution plans, costs, and deliverables for approval.
• Execute work packages in accordance with company processes.
• Report deviations and ensure authorised work processes are followed.

• Assist engineers with system design, integration, and performance objectives.
• Translate system specifications into subsystem and component design requirements.
• Develop and review system designs using approved engineering processes.
• Prepare manufacturing data packs and support design validation and optimisation.

• Plan and support system installation and integration activities.
• Develop assembly instructions and test procedures.
• Perform system installation, configuration, procurement, and integration.
• Maintain configuration-controlled data packs and support system shipment activities.

• Conduct operational, product, and system-level testing.
• Perform acceptance testing and regression testing.
• Support factory acceptance tests, customer training, and field deployment.
• Document test procedures, resolve defects, and ensure products meet contractual requirements.

• Perform fault finding, debugging, and technical investigations.
• Liaise with suppliers and support engineering documentation.
• Assist with system integration, quality assembly, coaching, and knowledge transfer.
• Support continuous improvement and engineering best practices.

• Ensure compliance with quality and configuration management standards.
• Support the implementation and continuous improvement of quality processes throughout project execution. General
  • Adhere to company policies and procedures.
  • Support system shipping activities.
  • Execute reasonable ad hoc tasks as required.
  • Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.
  Maintenance
  • Perform routine maintenance and fault diagnosis on hardware and software.
  • Develop maintenance strategies and procedures.
  • Carry out repairs and ensure equipment remains operational and reliable.

  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.