Technician I

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manage EMED development tasks regarding cost and schedule, including planning, coordination, liaison with internal and external service providers, meetings and progress reporting.
• Develop and qualify EMEDs, including concept and prototype detail design and implementation of design updates through to final engineering model iterations.
• Perform engineering calculations and selections to ensure item functionality and manufacturability, including strength and force calculations, tolerance specifications and analysis, material suitability, interface compatibility and surface treatment.
•  Conduct design reviews and liaise with relevant design authorities, CM, QA, Armscor and DPSS representatives.
•  Collate and document design review outcomes.
• Obtain quotations, assist with the selection of suitable manufacturers, generate order requests and liaise with the Procurement Department.
• Liaise with manufacturers regarding performance, technical requirements, progress and schedule, and address technical queries and issues.
•  Design and manufacture assembly and test equipment, tooling and fixtures required for EMED development and production.
• Develop test plans covering test type, sample quantities, hardware, test equipment, resources, cost and schedule.
•  Prepare hardware, test setups and equipment required for testing.
•  Prepare and implement test instructions and safety procedures.
• Coordinate and support test witnessing activities where required.
•  Conduct tests safely and efficiently while ensuring accurate and reliable results.
•  Collate, analyse, interpret and document test results.
•  Generate and maintain MRI-listed technical documentation, including specifications, Test and Evaluation Master Plans (TEMP), assembly and test instructions and FMECA documentation.
• Compile and maintain safe working procedures and technical reports relating to EMED assembly, manufacture and testing.
• Foster and maintain a safe and healthy working environment.
•  Ensure adherence to prescribed safety precautions and procedures during the assembly, manufacture and testing of explosive devices.
• Ensure all work is performed accurately and in accordance with applicable technical, quality and safety requirements.

• T3/N6 in Mechanical/Electronics or Instrumentation Engineering
• Trade test in Mechanical/Instrumentation or Toolmaking,
• At least 1-3 years’ experience working in an explosive/manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of incoming component inspections, component build and assembly.
• Computer literacy.
• Strong planning and task coordination skills.
• Strong technical problem-solving skills.
• Good interpersonal skills.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work accurately to fine mechanical tolerances.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Clear security screening record.

• Competitive compensation package with incentive bonus and pension fund
• Medical Schemes
• Stable employer background
• Opportunity to work on major projects within our Weapons and Ammunition Division
• Extensive Employee Assistance Program to support overall health and wellbeing
• Career development and progress opportunities
• Individual and diverse training opportunities and programs (Bursary Schemes)
• Subsidized canteen on site with themed days and multiple dietary options
• Innovative and dynamic working environment and culture
• Work as part of a team with real purpose in what we do
• Participation in (international) Rheinmetall activities and events