SYSTEM ENGINEER FDS - LYTTELTON CAMPUS

PURPOSE OF THE JOB

Denel Landward is looking for an experienced Systems Engineer (Fire Directing Systems) to lead the development, integration and lifecycle support of Fire Directing Systems (FDS) and Gun Laying Navigation Systems (GLNS).

This role is ideal for a technically strong systems engineer who enjoys solving complex engineering challenges, leading multidisciplinary teams and delivering high-performance defence solutions.

The Systems Engineer FDS must ensure that system solutions meet customer, contractual, quality, safety, manufacturability and cost requirements while maintaining technical integrity throughout the product lifecycle.

Department: Engineering

Report to: Head System Engineer & R&D

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead the design, development, integration, testing and support of FDS/GLNS hardware and software systems.

• Apply Systems Engineering Management Plans (SEMPs), processes and procedures throughout the system lifecycle.

• Develop and maintain Level A, B and C system and product specifications.

• Perform requirements analysis, allocation, traceability, verification and validation across system, subsystem and component levels.

• Compile, review and maintain defence-grade engineering documentation, including SSS, SSDD, SDDs, STDs, IRSs and SVDs.

• Ensure compliance with ISO 12207, MIL-STD-498 and MIL-STD-961D.

• Generate and maintain software safety and system certification evidence.

• Lead system integration, commissioning, qualification activities and engineering readiness reviews.

• Ensure engineering documentation, design data, MRIs and BOMs are correctly structured and maintained.

• Continuously improve Systems Engineering processes, procedures and documentation using industry best practices to enhance quality, efficiency and consistency of technical outputs.

• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to promote knowledge sharing, innovation and the adoption of engineering best practices.

• Contribute to the development and maintenance of the Engineering strategy in support of divisional objectives.

• Engage with industry experts, technology leaders and relevant stakeholders to remain aligned with emerging technologies and engineering practices.

QUALIFICATION

• B Degree in Engineering or equivalent technical qualification.

• Registration with professional bodies i.e., ECSA, INCOSE will be advantageous.

EXPERIENCE

• Minimum 8 years' relevant systems engineering experience.

• Proven experience in Fire Directing Systems (FDS) and/or Indirect Fire Control Systems.

• Strong knowledge of defence technologies, defence products and systems engineering principles.

• Experience in software requirements analysis, detailed design, integration and system-level testing.

• Sound understanding of multidisciplinary engineering disciplines, including mechanical, electrical, electronic, optical, software and HMI integration.

• Experience applying systems engineering standards, processes and lifecycle methodologies.

• Project management, people leadership and stakeholder engagement experience.

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication and technical documentation skills