SUMMARY:
As a key defense solution provider to over 56 countries worldwide, our client has established itself as an ideal employer that values a strong work ethic and ambition. They are seeking a Junior R&D Weapons Mechatronics Engineer to join their team.
POSITION INFO:
Job Title: R&D Weapons Mechatronics Engineer (Jnr)
Location: Centurion - Hennopspark
Salary: Market related
Vacancy Type: Full-Time
Non- negotiable qualifications and experience required:
- Matric with average of 85% (non negotiable);
- BEng / BSc in Mechatronics Engineering, Electronics, or equivalent
- 0-1 year experience in R&D or systems engineering
- Strong understanding of control systems, robotics, and embedded platforms
- Proficient in CAD (e.g., SolidWorks), circuit design tools (e.g., Altium), and C/C++ or Python
- Experience with sensors, actuators, and feedback control loops
Beneficial requirements:- Exposure to military-grade systems, weapons platforms, or fire-control systems
- Familiarity with MIL-STD requirements and environmental testing (EMI, shock, vibration)
- Knowledge of autonomous systems or target tracking algorithms
Duties and responsibilities:- Design and develop mechatronic subsystems for advanced weapon platforms (e.g., turrets, guided systems, fire-control modules).
- Integrate mechanical, electronic, and software components into compact, rugged, and field-ready solutions.
- Develop and test actuators, sensors, control systems, and embedded electronics for real-time operation.
- Contribute to concept development, prototyping, and verification testing.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including software, mechanical, and systems engineers.
- Apply safety and compliance standards in line with military and defence specifications.
By submitting your information and application you hereby confirm:- That you have no objection to us retaining your personal information in our database for future matching/ POPI Policy.
- Due to the nature of the position, that we can do an ITC check if our client is interested in your CV.
- That the information you have provided to us is true, correct, and up to date.
PLEASE NOTE:Correspondence will only be conducted with shortlisted candidates. Should you not hear from us within 30 days, please consider your application unsuccessful.
