Job Openings at Armscor

Job Description: 

• To deliver sound project management, engineering, and technical services and advice across complex, high-risk, large-scale, multi-disciplinary acquisition projects, ensuring capability alignment, technical assurance, and lifecycle value.

Duties Responsibilities:

Qualifications: 

• Grade 12.
• BTech/ B.Sc. or B.Eng. in Electrical or Electronics Engineering.
• Master’s degree in Electrical/Electronics/Systems Engineering or Project / Engineering Management. TECHNICAL / LEGAL CERTIFICATION / PROFESSIONAL REGISTRATION
• ECSA Registration (Essential).

Experience: 

• Minimum of 10 years’ experience in engineering project management, acquisition, or related technical disciplines, including at least 3 years in a senior engineering or equivalent role, with demonstrated success in leading complex engineering projects.
• Proven leadership in contract management and negotiation across the full acquisition lifecycle, ensuring technical integrity and alignment with programme objectives.
• Strong end-to-end systems engineering lifecycle expertise, including requirements definition, system integration, verification, and lifecycle cost optimisation.
• Demonstrated experience in high-value acquisition and procurement processes, including technical specification development, bid evaluations, and contract implementation.
• Sound application of engineering governance, risk management, and international standards within capital project or defence-related environments.

Closing Date: 2026-03-18

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Job Description: 

• To deliver sound project management, engineering, and technical services and advice for complex acquisition projects, ensuring capability alignment, technical assurance, and lifecycle value.

Duties Responsibilities:

Qualifications: 

• Grade 12.
• BTech/ B.Sc. or B.Eng. in Electrical or Electronics Engineering.
• Postgraduate Degree in Project Management (Essential) TECHNICAL / LEGAL CERTIFICATION / PROFESSIONAL REGISTRATION
• ECSA Registration (Essential).

Experience: 

• Minimum of 8 years’ relevant experience in engineering, engineering management, or technical acquisition, preferably within defence or complex public-sector environments.
• Proven leadership in contract management and negotiation across the acquisition lifecycle.
• Strong experience across the engineering lifecycle, including requirements, integration, verification, and lifecycle cost considerations.
• Demonstrated involvement in high-value acquisition and procurement processes.
• Sound knowledge of engineering governance, standards, and risk management, including application of international engineering standards (e.g., ISO 15288).

Closing Date: 2026-03-18

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Job Description: 

• To support the development, implementation, and monitoring of ethics and integrity frameworks across the organisation, ensuring compliance with legal, regulatory, and governance requirements while promoting a culture of ethical conduct and accountability.

Duties Responsibilities:

Qualifications: 

• Grade 12.
• B-degree in Ethics, Governance, Risk Management, or related field. TECHNICAL / LEGAL CERTIFICATION / PROFESSIONAL REGISTRATION
• Ethics Officer Certification Programme (EOCP) Accredited.

Experience:

• 10 years’ experience in ethics, compliance, or governance roles.
• Demonstrated ability to manage ethics programs and conduct investigations.
• Knowledge of King IV, PFMA, and relevant compliance frameworks.
• Experience advising on ethical dilemmas and supporting organisational culture change.

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Job Description: 

• To provide and supply an efficient and effective marine pipe fitting and boiler making repair service capability to the fleet of the South African Navy, its various shore establishments and visiting ships.

Duties Responsibilities:

Qualifications: 

• N3 and trade Certificate in appropriate trade endorsed by the Department of Labour or applicable Seta (Red Seal).

Experience: 

• Minimum of 2 years relevant post apprenticeship pipe fitting or boiler making experience.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Sound knowledge of safety requirements related to pipe fitting and boiler making.
• Sound knowledge of quality control requirements related to pipe fitting and boiler making.

SPECIAL PROFICIENCY/SKILLS

• Knowledge of machines and tools, including their uses, repair, and maintenance.
• Knowledge of piping systems, pipe fabrication processes, pipe fitting, boiler making skills, quality control and other techniques.
• Knowledge of material used in fitting, turning and repair of various vessels.
• Ability to utilize workshop lifting tackles and overhead cranes.
• 5S cleaning standards.
• Ability to plan job accordingly in relation to resources required.
• Fault finding and job report writing skills.
• Ability to work with fast moving machinery.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings.
• Must be willing to work overtime.
• Ability to function as part of a team.
• Ability to work at heights, and in confined spaces.
• Basic knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety Regulations.

Closing Date: 2026-03-25

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Job Description: 

• To supply an effective and efficient electrical ship repair, fabrication and equipment repair capability on various ships, submarines and facilities to the client.

Duties Responsibilities:

Qualifications: 

• Trade Test Certificate – Armature Winder

Experience: 

• Minimum 2 years technical experience in an Armature Winding Environment.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to perform his/her duties at sea if/when required.
• Able to work in confined spaces and at dangerous heights
• Ability to work to precise tolerances and attend to detail in order to meet system specifications.

SPECIAL PROFICIENCY/SKILLS

• Knowledge of electrical terms, circuitry, symbols and diagrams
• Knowledge of electrical test equipment
• Knowledge of electrical circuit problem solving techniques.
• Working knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act

Closing Date: 2026-03-25

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Job Description: 

• To provide strategic systems engineering leadership across complex acquisition projects, ensuring capability alignment, technical assurance, and lifecycle value through the application of advanced engineering and smart buyer principles.

Duties Responsibilities:

Qualifications: 

QUALIFICATION Essential:

• Grade 12
• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering (e.g., Mechanical, Electrical, Electronic, Industrial) or an equivalent qualification in a relevant technical or scientific discipline.
• TECHNICAL / LEGAL CERTIFICATION / PROFESSIONAL REGISTRATION
• ECSA Registration (Essential)
• INCOSE CSEP (Essential)

Experience: 

• Minimum 8 years’ experience in a systems engineering, engineering management, or technical acquisition role, preferably within a defense, or complex government procurement environment, proven leadership of complex engineering projects.
• Demonstrated leadership in contract management and negotiation, with the ability to lead complex contract negotiations across all phases of the acquisition lifecycle and ensure alignment with strategic objectives.
• Extensive experience across the systems engineering lifecycle, including requirements definition, specification development, system integration, verification, and lifecycle cost considerations.
• Proven involvement in high-value acquisition or procurement processes, including drafting technical specifications, leading bid evaluations, and overseeing contract implementation.
• Expert in applying engineering policies, standards, and governance frameworks to drive compliance, project efficiency, and technical excellence.
• In-depth understanding of capital project environments, Smart Buyer principles, and public procurement frameworks, with experience providing strategic guidance or training in these areas.
• Prior collaboration with SANDF, Armscor, or equivalent stakeholders, demonstrating the ability to navigate complex organizational and defence environments.
• Strong capability in supporting technical assessments, identifying and mitigating risks, and verifying critical project deliverables.
• Knowledge and practical application of international systems engineering and quality standards (e.g., ISO 15288, INCOSE SE Handbook) to enhance engineering rigor and assurance.

Closing Date: 2026-03-16

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Job Description: 

ABOUT THE ROLE

• To effectively manage financial operations and provide financial oversight, ensuring alignment with organizational goals, compliance, and cost efficiency.

Qualifications: 

• Essential:
• Grade 12
• Bachelor’s degree in finance/accounting with Accounting 3 (NQF Level 7) Added Advantage:
• Postgraduate qualification NQF Level 8

Experience: 

• EXPERIENCE Essential:
• Minimum of 10 years in financial management, with at least 3-5 years in a managerial role.
• Proven experience in Budgeting, financial reporting, and cash flow management, Procurement and supply chain oversight and Pricing strategies and revenue optimization. Added Advantage:
• Background in defense, manufacturing, or R&D sectors

Closing Date: 2026-03-19