Johannesburg: Reliability & Qualification Engineer

Key Responsibilities: – Lead and coordinate the execution of product qualification testing with support from a team of technicians. – Draft qualification test procedures aligned with relevant environmental and performance standards (e.g. DO-160, MIL-STD-810, MIL-STD-704). – Manage test infrastructure readiness and liaise with internal engineering teams and external testing facilities. – Conduct and oversee testing activities, ensuring accurate, timely, and complete data capture. – Analyse test results, perform root cause analysis where required, and provide engineering feedback to design teams. – Compile detailed qualification test reports for formal review and sign-off. – Support continuous improvement in testing methodologies, tools, and team performance. – Willingness to travel for off-site testing when necessary. Candidate requirements: Qualifications: – BEng or BTech in Electrical/Electronic Engineering Experience: – Minimum of 2 years experience in a relevant testing, reliability, or qualification environment Technical Skills: – Solid understanding of electronic engineering principles – Hands-on knowledge of environmental and functional qualification testing methodologies – Familiarity with standards such as DO-160, MIL-STD-810, MIL-STD-704 – Proficiency in interpreting and applying test procedures, reports, and specifications Soft Skills: – Strong attention to detail and analytical thinking – Team player with a positive, “get-the-job-done” attitude – Effective communication skills – Deadline-driven with the ability to manage multiple testing cycles concurrently