Systems Engineer

About the role

Are you passionate about solving complex engineering challenges and leading innovative system designs from concept to qualification? We are looking for a dynamic Systems Engineer to join our high-performance team. This role is essential in ensuring system-level design excellence, technical integrity, and the delivery of high-quality engineering solutions for our cutting-edge technologies. This position is based at Hensoldt Radar, Retreat, in the southern suburbs of Cape Town.

As a Systems Engineer, you will be the design authority responsible for the functional and operational performance of key systems across their full lifecycle. This includes system definition, architecture, technical leadership, integration, verification, and validation. You will also provide technical management support to project teams, including planning, risk management, and stakeholder engagement.

Qualifications and experience:
Minimum bachelor’s degree in engineering (Computer, Electronic, or Mechatronics preferred).

Experience in applying Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) methodologies on large projects is highly advantageous.                                                                

PMP, PRINCE2, or related certifications would be a plus.
Familiarity with defence and military standards (MIL-STD-810, MIL-STD-461, etc.).

Key technical skills 
Strong foundation in mathematics, physics, and multidisciplinary engineering design principles.

Proficient in engineering processes, lifecycle management, and review gates
Experience with systems architecture, requirements analysis, configuration item definition, and trade-off studies.
Competence in embedded software and hardware integration.
Hands-on understanding of system verification, validation, testing, and acceptance with clients.
Ability to define, own, and maintain comprehensive system data packs.
Knowledge of tools and methods used in Failure Modes, Effects, and Criticality Analysis (FMECA), reliability engineering, Electromagnetic Interference (EMI) / Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) compliance, and environmental testing.
Effective use of system engineering tools and documentation management.

Key responsibilities:

1. System Definition & Design

• Define system architecture, technical specifications, and configuration items.


• Drive the requirements engineering process and manage baselines.


• Perform functional design, simulation, prototyping, and trade-off studies.


• Develop interface documents, specification hierarchies, and reliability programmes.

2. System Verification & Validation

• Plan and oversee system integration and performance testing.


• Coordinate with clients on acceptance testing and ensure compliance with system specifications.


• Maintain validation traceability and documentation.

3. Technical & Project Management Support

• Support Project Managers in defining WBS, technical plans, and internal work contracting.


• Serve as the technical lead during integration and provide guidance to engineering teams.


• Identify, manage, and mitigate technical and project risks.


• Act as the technical interface with customers and external suppliers.

4. Quality & Configuration Management

• Serve as “Owner” of system requirements and system data packs.


• Manage change control, baseline integrity, and system safety documentation.


• Facilitate internal audits and ensure alignment with configuration management protocols.

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: 17 June 2026.

How to Apply:

Please submit your CV by applying directly on the HENSOLDT Careers Page.