Quality Controller (Defence)

TL;DR

Quality Controller (Defence) (Manufacturing Quality): Ensuring high-technology defence products meet engineering, customer, and regulatory requirements with an accent on production readiness, inspections, traceability, and non-conformance management. Focus on verifying manufacturing and test processes, investigating quality issues, and driving corrective actions and continuous improvement.

Location: Cape Town, South Africa

Company

hirify.global South Africa operates in a high-technology defence environment focused on complex, regulated products and manufacturing processes.

What you will do

• Review production documentation and validate manufacturing and test processes for production readiness.
• Conduct mechanical, electronic, cable, harness, functional, and final product inspections.
• Monitor compliance, maintain product traceability, and manage non-conforming products.
• Investigate quality issues, analyse production trends, and evaluate corrective actions.
• Support production, engineering, suppliers, and customers through quality reviews and supplier quality activities.
• Contribute to quality training, knowledge sharing, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Requirements

• Grade 12 with Mathematics, Physical Science, and technical subjects.
• N6 in Electronic or Mechanical Engineering or a relevant trade qualification is advantageous.
• Training in ISO 9001 Quality Management Systems and basic Statistical Process Control.
• 1–3 years of quality assurance or quality control experience in manufacturing, preferably with high-complexity products.
• Experience applying quality standards during system development and production, ideally in defence, aerospace, or another regulated industry.
• Knowledge of inspection methods, engineering drawings, technical documentation, root cause analysis, measurement equipment, and manufacturing processes.

Nice to have

• IPC-A-610 certification.
• IPC/WHMA-A-620 certification.

Culture & Benefits

• Flexible working models supporting work-life balance.
• Attractive remuneration and additional payments.
• Structured onboarding, targeted training, and tailored talent development.
• Modern premises, expert networks, and an innovative working atmosphere.
• Ergonomic workstations, health management, and occupational health and safety programs.
• Mobility and sustainability initiatives.

Hiring process

• Submit a CV through the hirify.global Careers page by 13 August 2026.
• If no response is received within 14 days after the closing date, the application should be considered unsuccessful.