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ARMAMENTS CORPORATION OF SOUTH AFRICA (ARMSCOR)



​EXTERNAL ADVERTISEMENT
 
MANAGER: FINANCE
Division: Alkantpan Test Range
Reference Number:  9993510
Job Grade: D4
Location: Alkantpan Test Range, Copperton, Northern Cape (Full-time)
 
ABOUT THE ROLE
To effectively manage financial operations and provide financial oversight, ensuring alignment with organizational goals, compliance, and cost efficiency.
 
QUALIFICATIONS
Essential: 
  • Grade 12
  • Bachelor’s degree in Finance/Accounting with Accounting 3 (NQF Level 7)
 
Added Advantage:
  • Postgraduate qualification NQF Level 8
 
EXPERIENCE
Essential:
  • Minimum of 10 years in financial management, with at least 3-5 years in a managerial role.
  • Proven experience in Budgeting, financial reporting, and cash flow management, Procurement and supply chain oversight and Pricing strategies and revenue optimization.
 
Added Advantage:
  • Background in defense, manufacturing, or R&D sectors
 
CRITICAL PERFORMANACE AREA
The incumbent will be responsible to perform the following functions but not limited to; 
Financial Strategy & Pricing Oversight 
  • Develop and implement pricing models that improve profitability and maintain market competitiveness.
  • Approve all quotations and cost structures within set turnaround times to avoid revenue leakage.
  • Analyze market and financial data to inform strategic pricing and revenue growth initiatives.
  • Monitor and report on pricing strategy effectiveness, recommending adjustments based on results.
  • Ensure all pricing decisions are fully documented and auditable for transparency.
 
Revenue Management & Cash Flow Optimization 
  • Ensure 100% of invoices are issued accurately and on time.
  • Track and reduce accounts receivable days, improving cash availability.
  • Implement proactive follow-up mechanisms for overdue payments.
  • Prepare and maintain cash flow forecasts to support operational decision-making.
  • Provide regular reporting on revenue collection efficiency and cash position to management.
Procurement & Supplier Management 
  • Ensure all procurement requests are processed accurately, timely, and cost-effectively.
  • Negotiate supplier contracts to achieve savings targets and service-level improvements.
  • Maintain up-to-date records of supplier agreements and procurement documentation.
  • Monitor inventory levels and implement measures to reduce wastage and stockouts.
  • Report on procurement efficiency, supplier performance, and cost-saving initiatives.
 
Budgeting & Financial Reporting 
  • Prepare annual budgets aligned with strategic objectives and operational requirements.
  • Monitor budget adherence monthly and explain variances with actionable recommendations.
  • Produce accurate financial reports (monthly, quarterly, annually) for management and stakeholders.
  • Ensure all financial documentation meets regulatory and internal compliance standards.
  • Support decision-making with scenario analyses and forecasts that highlight financial implications.
 
Compliance & Process Improvement 
  • Conduct regular internal audits to identify process gaps and financial risks.
  • Implement corrective actions to strengthen financial controls and prevent errors.
  • Standardize financial documentation and procedures to ensure accuracy and compliance.
  • Train finance staff on best practices and adherence to regulatory requirements.
  • Report improvements and process efficiencies, linking them to measurable operational impact.
 
KNOWLEDGE & FUNCTIONAL SKILLS
  • Advanced financial analysis and forecasting.
  • Strategic pricing and cost management.
  • Procurement and contract negotiation.
  • Compliance with financial and tax regulations.
  • Proficiency in financial software and ERP systems 
  • Knowledge of financial regulations (e.g., IFRS, VAT, Tax Compliance).
 
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 19 March 2026.  Late applications will not be considered. 
 
Enquiries: Ms Thato Khahleli (012 428 2469)










​EXTERNAL ADVERTISEMENT
 
CHIEF SYSTEMS ENGINEER X2
Division: Systems and Logistics Engineering
Reference Number: 9993269 & 999307
Job Grade: D5
Location: Armscor Head Office
 
ABOUT THE JOB:
The role will be responsible for providing expert systems engineering leadership across complex, large-scale, multi-disciplinary acquisition projects, ensuring capability alignment, technical rigor, and through-life value by applying advanced engineering practices and Smart Buyer principles.
 
QUALIFICATIONS
  • Grade 12.
  • Master’s Degree in Engineering (e.g., Mechanical, Electrical, Electronic, Industrial).
 
TECHNICAL / LEGAL CERTIFICATION / PROFESSIONAL REGISTRATION
  • ECSA Registration (Essential)
  • INCOSE CSEP (Essential)
 
EXPERIENCE
  • Minimum of 10 years’ experience in systems engineering or related technical disciplines, including at least 3 years at senior engineer level, with proven leadership of complex engineering projects.
  • Demonstrated experience in contract management and negotiation across the full acquisition lifecycle, ensuring technical integrity and programme alignment.
  • Strong end-to-end systems engineering lifecycle expertise, including requirements definition, system integration, verification and validation, and lifecycle cost optimisation.
  • Proven involvement in high-value acquisition and procurement processes, including technical specification development, bid evaluation, and contract implementation.
  • Solid understanding of engineering governance, standards, and public procurement frameworks, with experience operating in capital project and defence-related environments.
 
CRITICAL PERFORMANCE AREAS
Provide technical guidance on the application of systems engineering management and governance processes for complex, large-scale, multi-disciplinary, and high-risk projects, ensuring fit-for-purpose acquisition outcomes, enhanced capability delivery, and compliance with the Smart Buyer principle
  • Provide advanced technical leadership and oversight of systems engineering management and governance processes for large-scale, multi-disciplinary, and high-risk projects, ensuring fit-for-purpose capability delivery in line with Smart Buyer principles.
  • Apply, refine, and optimise systems engineering frameworks across all acquisition phases, ensuring methodological consistency, rigorous technical assurance, and robust through-life support strategies for complex and interdependent systems.
  • Lead and quality-assure requirement definition, traceability, verification activities, and lifecycle cost analyses to uphold engineering integrity, mitigate technical risk, and secure value-driven acquisition outcomes.
  • Integrate advanced engineering insights with contracting, operational, and risk considerations to guide sound technical judgement and strengthen decision-making across complex and high-impact project environments.
  • Prepare, critically review, and formally endorse Project and Engineering Plans, Risk Management Plans, and Requirement Specifications, ensuring they accurately reflect project scope, technical complexity, and associated risk profiles, and provide a sound basis for disciplined project execution
  • Promote the application of Smart Buyer practices and recognised systems engineering standards to strengthen acquisition discipline and technical governance.
 
Advise on acquisition strategies and technical requirements development for more complex, large-scale, multi-disciplinary, and high-risk projects to ensure client alignment, supplier engagement, rigorous technical due diligence, and value-for-money acquisition outcomes
  • Provide advanced engineering input in developing requirement specifications and contracting requirements for large-scale, high-risk projects to reduce ambiguity, expedite approvals, and minimise rework, ensuring alignment with user needs and project complexity.
  • Lead and quality-assure technical evaluations and supplier due diligence for complex, multi-disciplinary acquisitions, validating vendor capability, confirming technical feasibility, and ensuring adherence to acquisition and engineering standards.
  • Support contract negotiation processes by defining technical scope, measurable performance parameters, and acceptance criteria, preventing scope drift and enabling predictable, on-time, and on-budget delivery of high-risk programmes.
  • Ensure compliance with defence, regulatory, and systems engineering standards to maintain audit readiness and minimise compliance-related disruptions in challenging project environments.
  • Conduct structured risk assessments and scenario analyses tailored to complex, large-scale, multi-disciplinary projects, identifying vulnerabilities early and enabling proactive mitigation to ensure resilient project outcomes.
 
Facilitate continuous improvement of acquisition engineering processes and governance systems to enhance delivery efficiency, technical assurance, and strategic alignment for complex, large-scale, multi-disciplinary, and high-risk projects
  • Lead design reviews for complex, high-risk projects, ensuring compliance with requirements, evaluating risk mitigation strategies, and identifying areas for improvement, while embedding lessons learned across all project types.
  • Champion the adoption and integration of engineering processes, digital tools, techniques, and control systems to strengthen engineering discipline, capability, and delivery effectiveness across high-complexity programmes.
  • Collaborate with internal stakeholders, clients, and project teams to institutionalise acquisition best practices, support informed decision-making, and elevate engineering maturity across multi-disciplinary projects.
  • Actively contribute to cross-functional technical and business process reviews, ensuring alignment between engineering governance, programme delivery, and organisational objectives, with a particular focus on complex, large-scale initiatives.
 
Serve as a technical advisor in acquisition forums to ensure informed decision-making and robust governance of complex project and system-level reviews.
  • Actively participate in Technical Review Boards, design reviews, and configuration audits, providing constructive input to guide project outcomes.
  • Review and assess project deliverables to support technical approval or rejection based on evidence, engineering rationale, and project complexity.
  • Provide engineering input into design reviews, verification and validation planning, and milestone-based deliverables throughout the acquisition lifecycle.
  • Support project managers and teams in strategic decision-making by contextualizing system trade-offs, capability gaps, and through-life support considerations for complex systems.
 
Foster innovation, knowledge transfer, and talent development to build a high-maturity systems engineering and acquisition capability within the organization
  • Maintain strategic awareness of global trends in systems engineering, including standards, guidelines, and digital engineering ecosystems impacting defence acquisition.
  • Provide expert advisory to executive stakeholders on integrating advanced engineering tools, frameworks, or predictive analytics to enhance decision velocity and policy responsiveness.
  • Build internal capability through mentorship, structured knowledge exchange, and technical coaching programs focused on systems thinking and acquisition literacy.
  • Lead initiatives that embed a culture of engineering excellence and learning, contributing to acquisition maturity models, capability roadmaps, and thought leadership outputs.
 
KNOWLEDGE & FUNCTIONAL SKILLS:
  • Advanced expertise in systems engineering principles, lifecycle processes, and standards (e.g., INCOSE SE Handbook), with proven ability to apply them to complex, multi-disciplinary, and high-risk acquisition programmes.
  • Strong knowledge of defence and complex acquisition management frameworks, including Smart Buyer principles and capital acquisition governance, to ensure effective oversight, compliance, and technical assurance.
  • Proven experience in specification development, technical requirement tailoring, and contracting, applicable to both complex and non-complex systems, platforms, and integrated solutions.
  • Comprehensive understanding of regulatory and compliance frameworks (e.g., PFMA, Defence Regulations, ISO quality standards) and their practical application to deliver projects that are compliant, auditable, and technically robust.
  • Up-to-date awareness of national and international best practices and emerging trends in systems engineering, enabling continuous improvement, innovation, and adoption of leading-edge engineering methods.
 
 
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 12 March 2026.  Late applications will not be considered.
 
Enquiries: Ms Dineo Bopape (012 428 2412)