Chief Engineer – RF/Antennas

Chief Engineer – RF/Antennas

Recruiter: Network Recruitment

Job Ref: NES027893/SV

Date posted: Monday, September 7, 2026

Location: Centurion, South Africa

SUMMARY: An industry-leading organization operating within the defence and aerospace sector is seeking a highly experienced Chief Engineer: Mechanical to drive technical excellence and innovation. This strategic leadership role is ideal for a recognized subject matter expert in structural design and mechanical engineering who is passionate about developing advanced technologies and mentoring high-performing engineering teams.

POSITION INFO: Our client is a technology-focused engineering organisation delivering advanced solutions to global defence and aerospace markets. They are looking for an accomplished Chief Engineer: Mechanical to serve as the design authority within the mechanical engineering discipline and provide technical leadership across complex development programmes. The successful candidate will be responsible for guiding system-level design activities, ensuring compliance with industry standards, supporting business growth initiatives, and fostering innovation within the engineering function. This role offers the opportunity to work on cutting-edge technology while influencing technical strategy and mentoring the next generation of engineering talent. Education: Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Structural Engineering, or a related Engineering discipline. Job Experience & Skills Required: Minimum 10 years of relevant engineering experience with proven technical leadership. Recognised subject matter expert in structural mechanics, structural design, or related disciplines. Strong understanding of defence and aerospace engineering standards, including MIL-STD, STANAG, IEC, and ISO frameworks. Demonstrated experience acting as a technical lead or design authority on complex engineering programmes. Strong background in structural analysis, product development, and system design. Experience reviewing and approving engineering designs to ensure manufacturability, quality, compliance, and performance. Ability to provide technical mentorship and drive a culture of innovation and continuous improvement. Exposure to feasibility studies, bid support, and technical strategy development. Proficiency in Microsoft Office. Exposure to MATLAB, Python, FEKO, HFSS, CST, or similar engineering simulation tools will be advantageous. Registration with ECSA as a Professional Engineer (PrEng) will be advantageous. Apply now! For more engineering jobs, please visit: /> If you have not had any response in two weeks, please consider the vacancy application unsuccessful. Your profile will be kept on our database for any other suitable roles / positions. For more information contact: Shaleen van Staden