ARMAMENTS CORPORATION OF SOUTH AFRICA (ARMSCOR)

EXTERNAL ADVERTISEMENT

SENIOR AMMUNITION MARKING TECHNICIAN

Division Weapons and Special Projects

Reference Number 9993563

Job Grade D1

Location Head Office

ABOUT THE JOB

The refinements, introduction and maintenance of Ammunition Marking drawings to international (and local) ammunition requirements as rendered to Armscor Project Managers (APMs), the Department of Defence (DOD) and Armscor contractors.

QUALIFICATIONS

·       Grade 12.

·       National Diploma in Mechanical Engineering. 

·       Preferably also a qualified Ammunition Fitter artisan or armourer.

EXPERIENCE

·       Minimum 5 years’ experience as a Draftsperson.

·       Experience as a Mechanical Draftsperson in military ammunition management is preferred.

·       Experience in usage of drawing/design software packages such as CAD / Imagineer.

·       Knowledge of a diverse range of ammunition types, categories, classes, explosives, safety categories, their packaging and transport requirements.

CRITICAL PERFORMANCE AREAS

·       Effective and continuous preparation, checking and maintenance of a wide verity of ammunition drawings for Landwards, Air Force, Naval and (Military Health Services) systems. 

·       Advise to stakeholders in terms of in-house ammunition document requirements.

·       Ensure continuous supply of information, advice, training to Armscor personnel, DOD personnel on the National Military Stock Codification System.

·       Periodic reporting to the Ammunition Marking Specialist on the status (new/obsolescent) of ammunition and their related documentation.

·       The incumbent’s discretion in this respect is of utmost importance.

·       Guidance to stakeholders in terms of the correct, military stock codification identification groups, classes, RAINs, description and application.

·       Identify, verify and advise on any ammunition marking discrepancy to various stakeholders.

·       Present and negotiate in order to defuse discrepancies amongst industry ammunition experts (i.e., Export technical requirements).

·       Confirmation and interpretation of complex enquiries of stakeholders from Ammunition and Explosive Technical Manuals (A&ETMs).

·       Provide direct support to the Ammunition Marking Specialist for technical as well as administrative requirements.

·       Manage own inventory of assets (drawings and manuals)

·       Continuously revision of ammunition marking drawings to conform to international safety and health hazards, standards and / or specifications.

·       Perform quality assurance on and ensure accuracy of ammunition marking documentation created for the DOD by the industry and Armscor.

KNOWLEDGE & FUNCTIONAL SKILLS

·       Drawing/design software packages such as CAD / Imagineer.

·       Sound and in-depth knowledge of a diversified range of ammunition types, categories, classes, explosives, safety categories, handling, packaging, marking and transport.

·       Average knowledge of DOD ammunition marking policy documentation.

·       Strong knowledge and skills to exercise configuration control on ammunition marking drawings.

·       Average knowledge of quality concepts and processes. 

To apply, send your Curriculum Vitae to Vacancies@armscor.co.za

NB: All applicants must indicate reference number of the position they are applying for in the subject heading.

Short-listed candidates will be subjected to reference checking, verification of personal data and security clearance as part of the selection process.  In line with Armscor’s commitment to compliance with the Employment Equity Act, preference will be given to suitable candidates from designated groups.  

People with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

The closing date for applications is 01 July 2026.  Late applications will not be considered.

Enquiries: Ms Dineo Bopape (012 428 2412)