NewSpace Systems is hiring for the following positions; Space System Engineer, IPC Inspector and Technical Project Manager. The positions are full-time and are in Somerset West, South Africa
Space System Engineer
Key Purpose Of Job
Product development and manufacturing aerospace engineering company in Somerset West has a permanent position for a system engineer to take responsibility for new electro-mechanical product design, development and verification – on various projects and while working within a multidisciplinary team.
Key tasks
Design and develop electronics-based products for use in spacecraft and related systems, together with their associated design documentation, test & qualification procedures, jigs and calibration systems:
- Act as the Technical Lead during the development phase and as the Design Authority during the life cycle of the system/product;
- Attend requirements and proposal discussions with clients (external or internal) when required;
- Derive technical specifications for system requirements based on market and/or Customer needs;
- Analyse and decompose the system’s mission requirements into mechanical, hardware and software requirements;
- Research, develop and test theoretical and conceptual designs;
- Work closely with the Project Manager to plan and manage the integration, qualification and testing activities.
Prerequisites
Qualifications & Experience
Qualifications:
- B.Sc/B.Eng degree in Electronics/Mechatronics Engineering from a recognized institution.
Experience (within aerospace or defence industry):
- System engineering of new electronics product development (>3-4 years)
- High-reliability electronic/electro-mechanic product design and realisation (>5-7 years)
- Product development for space missions (>3-4 years)
- Experience with environmental product qualification
Additional knowledge areas that would strengthen the application.
- Degree in Space Systems Engineering (optimal) or Space Engineering background
- System engineering degree, training or similar
- Master’s Degree
- Electronics design, schematic creation and PCB layout (preferably in Altium Designer)
- Familiarity with 3D CAD software and design principles (preferably SOLIDWORKS)
- Software development (Python, C, C++)
Competencies & Skills
- Positive self-motivated, self-starter attitude
- InnovativeÂ
- Leader
- Responsible
- Team player
- Good written and oral communication skills
- Customer-focused
Technical Project Manager
Key Purpose of Job
Our product development and manufacturing aerospace engineering company in Somerset West has a permanent position for a Technical Project Manager to develop and manage project schedules, project budgets, and manage customer requirements. The person will also, in conjunction with the Engineering Manager, co-manage the technical solution development with the engineers to achieve the project’s objectives.
Key Tasks
- Contractual programme/project execution: Proper governance and stakeholder management, governance and stakeholder management output contracting.;
- Planning: Constraints management and Effective planning aligned to project objectives and key milestones to achieve these objectives, within, schedule and cost requirements
- Reporting: Timely, and targeted engagement to all relevant stakeholders and ensuring alignment of goals within the business
- Leadership: Effective team-leading and motivation, that keeps the team focused and inspired and well informed of goals and scope of work at hand
- Technical: Collaboration with systems engineers and engineering team to ensure technical goals are met effectively to meet the customer requirements of the project, within defined technical constraints
Prerequisites
Qualifications & Experience
Qualification:
- BSC. Engineering Qualification (Electronic, Mechatronic, Mechanical, Software Engineering)
- Project Management qualification or formal training
- System Engineering experience – advantage
Experience & Knowledge:
- 5-10 years of Project Management experience
- Experience in managing aerospace or defence product development projects – non-negotiable
- Experience working within a high technology development environment – non negotiable
- Managing and leading complex projects with hight technical content
- Knowledge of PM methodologies
Additional knowledge areas that would strengthen the application
- Good and effective knowledge of project planning techniques, processes and tools.
- Good understanding of the project lifecycle and techniques related to controlling outputs of the project.
- Understanding of how manufacturing of complex systems works within a design, development, and production environment.
- Analytical skills to dissect complex product artefacts and problem-solving to facilitate successful project definition and execution.
- Scope and change management within complex project environments.
Competencies & Skills
- Positive self-motivated, self-starter attitude
- Responsible
- Team player
- Good written and oral communication skills
- Customer-focused
- Able to persuade and influence others
- Flexible and able to multi-task, can work within an ambiguous, fast-moving environment
- Resourcefulness in setting priorities.
IPC InspectorÂ
Key Purpose of Job
- To ensure all processes are carried out to the required quality to ensure delivered items are fit for purpose and meet the technical and client requirements and expectations.
- Maintaining, reviewing, and improving product and quality assurance for Space-related activities within the facility.
- Maintaining quality and operational procedures established as part of the formal qualification and acceptance processes.
Key Tasks
Quality Control:
- Understanding the technical and client’s needs and requirements and ensure effective communication thereof to the engineering and production teams.
- Inspection of incoming components, parts, and assemblies by conducting visual and measurement tests, and rejecting and returning of unacceptable deliveries.
- Identification of Key Inspection Points (KIP) and Mandatory Inspection Points (MIP) of sub-assemblies and integrated assemblies and liaison with Engineering and Production teams to ensure inclusion in product documentation.
- In-process and final inspection of sub-assemblies and integrated assemblies including all related build documentation.
- Perform inspection on outgoing deliveries (to sub-contractors and clients), ensuring that product is in line with technical and client requirements.
Quality Assurance:
- Assist the Supply Chain team in the selection of suppliers and sub-contractors.
- Monitor shelf-life control and ensure that timely actions are taken to minimise any impact on production and engineering processes.
- Ensure adherence to cleanroom standards, as per the BMS requirements.
- Responsible for the effective feedback on quality deviations to Engineering and Production teams to prevent re-occurrence and promote continuous improvement.
Quality Training:
- Monitor and ensure the validity of the ESA certification of technicians and quality controllers.
- Oversee ESA theoretical training (performed by external ESA trainer) and manage the practical examination in collaboration with the ESA trainer.
- Assist the Quality Assurance Coordinator with quality induction and awareness training, where required.
Administration:
- Responsible for the effective administration of quality control processes within the company.
- Keeping accurate documentation and analysing trends.
- Other ad hoc duties as required by the company.
Qualifications & Experience
Qualification:
- Grade 12 certificate or equivalent
- Valid IPC-A-610 or ECSS certificate (Preference will be given to aerospace and defence electronics experience)
Experience & Knowledge:
- >5 years working experience in an electronic manufacturing industry
- Knowledge of workmanship standards
- Experience with soldering and conformal coating
- 1-2 years quality control/inspection in the electronic manufacturing industry (Preference will be given to aerospace and defence electronics experience)
- Proficient with MS Office
Competencies & Skills
- Positive self-motivated, self-starter attitude
- Responsible
- Team player
- Good written and oral communication skills
- Customer-focused
You can apply for the positions by sending your CV to this address or contact +27 (0) 21 300 0160.
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