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Senior Systems Engineer Centurion - South Africa

Noam Solutions

Company focusing of electro optical and machine learning developments with a casual office and a lively atmosphere. We are currently seeking someone to join our team full time as Senior Systems Engineer. The purpose of the Systems Engineering position is to technically define and lead the development of complex systems, across engineering disciplines. The Systems Engineer is responsible and accountable for overall system compliance to client and internal requirements, including but not limited to technical performance, lifecycle management, manufacturability and producibility. Our company's focus is mainly related to electro-optical systems for application in the civilian and security industry but should also be suitable for limited defence applications. The Systems Engineer will jointly work with Programme/Project Managers in the process of product development, as well as other engineers, contractors, and contract manufacturers. The responsibilities of the Systems Engineer will include: User Requirements Specification (URS) definition & negotiation URS break-down into a system level requirements, architecture and functional flow as well as managing requirements traceability Producing a Systems Engineering Management Plan Manage technical risk across the system lifecycle Performing/contracting the necessary technical studies and simulations required for investigations into potential solutions, trade-offs or risk mitigation Defining/reviewing/managing sub-system specifications, technical budgets, internal and external interfaces, and inter-operability requirements System Fabrication, Assembly, Integration and Testing (FAIT): leading the technical teams for the sub-system development, ensuring technical integrity of designs, providing technical guidance, ensuring that the systems engineering processes are adhered to and ensuring output quality. Lead technical reviews (including PDR, CDR, PRR, QRR and First Article Inspection) Perform system FMEA Manage safety, reliability and logistics aspects relating to the product Ensure proper baseline documentation and configuration management Produce system level test, verification and qualification plans and oversee performance A suitable personal character would be: A gently assertive leader with the ability to direct and motivate others to achieve their timescale, quality, cost and performance targets. The ability to apply a broad and deep technical knowledge, through independent judgement and decision making, however, A-type management is strongly discouraged. Self-motivated and proactive character is required, with the drive necessary to bring product development projects to a successful conclusion. An innovative thinker and pragmatic problem solver, who can identify a variety of technical options, evaluate their suitability and select the optimum solution. The willingness to consult others and negotiate consensus where necessary. A clear communicator with established presentation skills A structured and organised worker. The flexibility necessary to work on a broad range of projects of varying size and complexity, within a dynamic company. Exhibits an enthusiastic, confident, and positive attitude to their work. Maintains a polite, respectful, and professional demeanour at all times. QUALIFICATION Bachelor or higher Engineering Degree REQUIRED EXPERIENCE 10 years or more Engineering experience in a military product development environment 3 years or more Systems Engineering experience in a military product development environment System Engineering of at least 1 system development project throughout the lifecycle of the system from requirements management to design to verification and qualification to providing data packs and technical support for production and product support teams Practical knowledge of requirements management including experience working with stakeholders (internal and external) to elicit, analyse and negotiate requirements Experience in requirements management and the application of Validation and Verification traceability Experience in Opto-Electronic systems (e.g. DTV cameras or Infrared cameras) Highly Negotiable to experience Apply Now

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