About the role

Are you passionate about electronics, troubleshooting, and fault-finding? We are looking for a skilled and detail-oriented Test Technician to join our production team. In this role, you will be responsible for testing, diagnosing, repairing, and reporting faults on electronic products within a manufacturing environment. You will perform acceptance testing at various production stages, conduct component-level troubleshooting and repairs, and ensure products meet the highest quality and performance standards.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone who enjoys working hands-on with electronic equipment, interpreting technical documentation, and contributing to the delivery of high-quality products.

Qualification & experience

Minimum requirements

• Minimum T3, N6, or S4 Electronic Engineering qualification; Preferably Diploma in Electronic Engineering.
• Minimum 3 years' experience in a manufacturing production test environment.
• Understanding of Computer-Based and Automatic Test Equipment (ATE) testing will be advantageous.
• Proven experience in Radio Frequency (RF) measurements (essential).
• Experience in component-level fault finding and repair within an electronics environment.
• Working knowledge of analogue and digital electronic circuits and test equipment.
• IPC certification will be advantageous.
• Military electronics environment experience will be advantageous.

Key technical skills

The successful candidate should possess:

• Natural aptitude for hands-on technical work.
• Ability to read and interpret:
• Electronic circuit diagrams and schematics.
• Technical, wiring, and manufacturing drawings.
• Intermediate computer literacy.
• Product assembly knowledge or willingness to be trained.
• Understanding of Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) safety requirements.
• Ability to operate and maintain electronic test equipment and associated software.
• Functional knowledge of Surface Mount Technology (SMT) components.
• Strong diagnostic and analytical problem-solving skills.
• High attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship.

Key responsibilities

1. Test Preparation and Execution

• Familiarise yourself with test setups, procedures, and supporting documentation.
• Ensure all required documentation, instrumentation, test jigs, software, firmware, and tools are available before testing.
• Prepare Units Under Test (UUTs) according to documented procedures.
• Conduct testing in accordance with:
• Acceptance Test Procedures (ATP)
• Test Result Records (TRR)
• Work Instructions (WI)
• Product specifications and functional requirements
• Perform alignment and configuration according to approved procedures and specifications.
• Use circuit diagrams, diagnostic procedures, and test equipment to perform fault finding and troubleshooting.
• Maintain a high level of accuracy and attention to detail to minimise defects and failures.

2. Quality Inspection and Calibration

• Adhere to all quality standards and testing documentation requirements.
• Complete all relevant test records and documentation accurately.
• Ensure workmanship meets the required quality standards.
• Create Failure Reporting Analysis and Corrective Action System (FRACAS) reports for non-conforming units where required.
• Conduct and support:
• Burn-in testing
• Environmental Stress Screening (ESS)
• Vibration testing
• Other prescribed environmental tests
• Present completed units to Quality Control (QC) and Quality Assurance (QA) for inspection and acceptance.

3. Maintenance, Repair and Rework

• Perform diagnostics at subsystem and system level.
• Troubleshoot, test, and repair products to full operational functionality.
• Conduct lead-free soldering on SMT and discrete PCB assemblies in accordance with IPC skill-level approvals.
• Assist with root cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Raise FRACAS reports where applicable.
• Verify and update linked serial numbers for Units Under Test.

4. General Responsibilities

• Adhere to company policies, procedures, and disciplinary code.
• Carry out any reasonable duties assigned by your direct line manager.
• Complete and maintain job cards, test records, fault reports, and related documentation.
• Provide timely and accurate feedback to supervisors and management.
• Comply with Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) requirements and report safety concerns.
• Meet agreed production and delivery targets.

Our recruitment values:

HENSOLDT South Africa focuses on diversity, equity, and inclusion in our organizational strategy. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive corporate culture that benefits our employees and delivers better outcomes for our clients. In line with our commitment to equal employment opportunities and our focus on diversity in the operational environment, we welcome applications from all ethnic groups. In line with HENSOLDT's commitment to equal employment opportunities and our focus on diversity in the operational environment, preference will be given to suitable candidates from designated groups.

Application Deadline: 10 June 2026. 

How to apply: 

Please submit your CV by applying directly on the HENSOLDT Careers page.

If you have not been contacted within 14 days of the closing date, please consider your application