Available Vacancies

We are hiring!

At Sling, we are passionate about building exceptional flying machines that are designed for heroic adventure.

We’re looking for talented individuals to join our team and be part of a company that’s not only shaping aviation history but also building machines that inspire adventure and exploration.

If you share our passion for flying, innovation and excellence, Sling is the place for you. Come be a part of something truly extraordinary!

Composite Design Draftsman

Location: Tedderfield
Type of employment: Permanent

Key Responsibility Areas:

Composite Part and Assembly Drafting:

  • Create accurate 3D CAD models and 2D drawings of composite components, assemblies, and sub‑structures;
  • Develop mould layout drawings, surface models, and trim templates;
  • Prepare draft angles, parting lines, and laminate stack‑up details in collaboration with engineers.

Mould and Tooling Documentation:

  • Produce fabrication drawings for masters, plugs, moulds, fixtures, and trim jigs;
  • Ensure tooling designs consider manufacturability, repeatability, and material selection (GFRP, CFRP aluminium, steel, and high‑temp tooling boards);
  • Support mould design reviews with the composites production team.

Production Support:

  • Work directly with the composite shop to refine layup manuals, cure cycle documentation, and trimming guides;
  • Incorporate shop-floor feedback to reduce rework and improve part consistency;
  • Update drawings for production improvements, NCR resolutions, and process developments.

Engineering Collaboration:

  • Translate engineering requirements into accurate composite documentation packages;
  • Assist engineers in developing laminate schedules, reinforcement details, and structural design changes;
  • Contribute to weight‑reduction and manufacturability improvement initiatives.

Configuration Control and Standards:

  • Maintain up-to-date composite drawings in the company’s PDM system;
  • Ensure revision control, numbering conventions, and drafting standards are consistently applied;
  • Establish and maintain composite-specific drafting templates, symbols, and best practices.

Essential Requirements:

  • N4/N5 or higher in Drafting or Mechanical Engineering, or related field;
  • 2–4 years’ experience in composite drafting or modelling (aerospace, marine, or automotive preferred);
  • Proficiency with MS Office (Excel, Word, Outlook) and SolidWorks or similar CAD software;
  • Ability to work with complex freeform surfaces and maintain high-quality model integrity;
  • Understanding of composite materials, layup processes, mould design, and cure cycles;
  • Strong understanding of manufacturing processes and engineering documentation practices;
  • Good at communicating written technical information;
  • Attention to detail is vital;
  • Experience in composite tooling, surfacing, or trim fixture design;
  • Familiarity with vacuum bagging, infusion, and wet layup methods;
  • Knowledge of drafting and mechanical design principles;
  • Exposure to CNC pattern-making or nesting software;
  • Hands‑on experience building composite parts (advantageous).

*Should you meet the criteria and wish to apply for this position, please remember to attach your CV.

Production Assistant (Harness Installation - Electrics)

Location: Tedderfield
Type of employment: Permanent

Key Responsibility Areas:

  • Install aircraft electrical harnesses and looms in accordance with engineering drawings and company standards;
  • Install electrical and related aircraft components into the aircraft as required;
  • Conduct testing and fault-finding on various aircraft electrical systems;
  • Perform stock takes and maintain accurate inventory records;
  • Book stock in and out of the stores system accurately and timeously;
  • Ensure all work is carried out in accordance with quality, safety, and regulatory requirements;
  • Maintain a clean and organised work area.

Essential Requirements:

  • Matric;
  • Relevant Electrical qualification/s will be advantageous;
  • At least 1 years’ experience in Electrical production (Installations) and using test equipment;
  • Ability to read and understand complex wiring diagrams;
  • Basic understanding of electrical fault finding techniques;
  • A good understanding of basic aircraft electronics and symbols;
  • Attention to detail is imperative and providing good quality workmanship;
  • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.

*Should you meet the criteria and wish to apply for this position, please remember to attach your CV.

Junior Draftsman

Location: Tedderfield
Type of employment: Permanent

Key Responsibility Areas:

Drafting Support for Sheet-Metal Components:

  • Create 2D drawings and 3D models of aluminium sheet-metal parts, brackets, ribs, skins, and small assemblies;
  • Develop flat patterns and CNC‑ready manufacturing data;
  • Apply correct tolerancing, fastener specifications, and material callouts according to Sling standards.

Assembly Documentation:

  • Produce assembly drawings, exploded views, and installation illustrations;
  • Update BOM’s and component details in coordination with engineers;
  • Ensure drawings are clear, complete, and easy for production teams to follow.

Revision Control and Documentation Maintenance:

  • Update existing drawings as part of engineering changes, production feedback, or improvements;
  • Maintain accurate revision histories within the company’s PDM system;
  • Ensure drafting standards, templates, and conventions are applied consistently.

Cross-Functional Support and Learning:

  • Assist senior draftsmen with tooling, composite, and electrical drawings when needed;
  • Participate in design reviews and contribute simple modelling or drafting tasks;
  • Provide drafting support to production, quality, and procurement as directed.

Continuous Improvement:

  • Identify drawing improvements that reduce ambiguity, scrap, or rework;
  • Suggest updates to drawing standards and process workflows;
  • Learn from feedback and coaching to progressively take on more complex design tasks.

Essential Requirements:

  • N4/N5 or higher in drafting, engineering, CAD, or related field (or equivalent experience);
  • Basic proficiency in MS Office (Excel, Word, Outlook) and 3D CAD software (SolidWorks preferred);
  • Ability to interpret engineering drawings and manufacturing documentation;
  • Knowledge of drafting standards and techniques;
  • Strong attention to detail and willingness to learn;
  • Good at communicating written technical information;
  • Experience with SolidWorks PDM or other document management tools;
  • Understanding of sheet-metal fundamentals;
  • Some knowledge of aviation sheet-metal practices (riveting, forming, flanging);
  • Exposure to CNC manufacturing processes;
  • Hands-on workshop or fabrication experience.

*Should you meet the criteria and wish to apply for this position, please remember to attach your CV.

Draftsman (Tooling and Jigs)

Location: Tedderfield
Type of employment: Permanent

Key Responsibility Areas:

Tooling and Jig Design:

  • Design production jigs, fixtures, templates, gauges, and assembly tooling for metal, composite, and mechanical assemblies;
  • Ensure tooling designs maintain tight tolerances, support repeatability, and comply with engineering requirements;
  • Produce accurate 2D drawings, 3D models, and full fabrication documentation.

Collaboration and Integration with Production:

  • Work closely with manufacturing, quality, and assembly teams to understand tooling needs and workflow constraints;
  • Participate in design reviews and collaborate to refine tooling concepts;
  • Support prototype builds and production trials of new tooling.

Quality and Continuous Improvement:

  • Develop tooling that reduces variation, prevents assembly errors, and improves production consistency;
  • Update existing tooling based on feedback, wear evaluations, and NCRs.

Documentation and Control:

  • Maintain accurate tooling drawings and revision control within the company’s PDM system;
  • Produce clear assembly instructions and bill of materials (BOMs) for all tooling designs;
  • Ensure drawings comply with company and industry standards, regulations, and specific project requirements.

Essential Requirements:

  • N4/N5 or higher in Drafting, Engineering, or a related field;
  • 2 years’ experience in Drafting, Mechanical Design, or Tooling/Jig Design (aerospace or automotive preferred);
  • Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, Word, Outlook) and 3D CAD software (SolidWorks preferred);
  • Strong understanding of materials and manufacturing processes (CNC machining, sheet metal, welding, composites);
  • Ability to design tooling that is practical, robust, and easy to fabricate;
  • Excellent attention to detail and a commitment to high‑quality work;
  • Good at communicating written technical information;
  • Knowledge of drafting standards and techniques;
  • Hands-on mechanical aptitude and ability to prototype concepts when needed;
  • Experience in aircraft or high‑precision manufacturing industries;
  • Exposure to PDM systems, or production documentation workflows;
  • Understanding of lean manufacturing principles.

*Should you meet the criteria and wish to apply for this position, please remember to attach your CV.

Electrical Draftsman

Location: Tedderfield
Type of employment: Permanent

Key Responsibility Areas:

Electrical Drafting and Design Support:

  • Produce electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, harness drawings, and interconnect documentation using SolidWorks Electrical;
  • Create complete harness documentation packages including loom drawings, connector pinouts, wire lists, labels and identification, and routing diagrams;
  • Assist engineers with design intent translation into clear, production-friendly documentation.

Collaboration with Production and Installation Teams:

  • Work closely with loom manufacturing teams to ensure that harnesses are manufacturable, clearly documented, and easy to replicate;
  • Support aircraft assembly technicians during installation by providing updated drawings, clarification, and troubleshooting visual documentation;
  • Implement feedback from production to continuously improve documentation and reduce errors.

Supplier Integration:

  • Interpret supplier drawings and interface control documents (ICDs) from avionics and electrical equipment manufacturers;
  • Convert supplier-provided material into Sling-standard schematics and harness drawings;
  • Maintain accurate records of connector configurations, wire types, and system-specific installation requirements.

Configuration Control and Documentation Management:

  • Maintain all electrical documentation within the company’s PDM system;
  • Ensure full revision control, drawing accuracy, and change management compliance;
  • Support the creation of electrical installation manuals, assembly instructions, and service documentation.

Standards and Process Development:

  • Establish and maintain electrical drafting standards, templates, symbols, libraries, and drawing practices;
  • Contribute to the development of system design conventions and documentation workflows for new aircraft models;
  • Support continuous improvement initiatives across engineering and production.

Essential Requirements:

  • N4/N5 or higher in Drafting, Electrical Engineering, or a related field;
  • 1–3 years of experience in Electrical Drafting, preferably in aerospace or automotive environments;
  • Proficiency with MS Office (Excel, Word, Outlook) and 2D SolidWorks Electrical (or equivalent ECAD tools);
  • Understanding of wiring harness construction, connector systems, cable routing, and electrical installation practices;
  • Familiarity with aviation electrical systems and avionics (advantageous);
  • Familiarity with CAN bus, RS-232, or other aircraft common communication protocols;
  • Strong attention to detail and a structured approach to documentation;
  • Good at communicating written technical information;
  • Experience with electrical harness manufacturing or installation;
  • Knowledge of aerospace wiring standards (e.g. TSO/Mil-Spec wire, crimping standards, shielding, grounding);
  • Ability to read and interpret 3D models for routing and installation guidance;
  • Understanding of ERP, BOM structures, and configuration control.

*Should you meet the criteria and wish to apply for this position, please remember to attach your CV.

Production Assistant (Loom Technician - Electrics)

Location: Tedderfield Airpark
Type of employment: Permanent

Key Responsibility Areas:

  • Build, assemble, and terminate electrical looms, harnesses, and related components in accordance with drawings, wiring diagrams, and work instructions;
  • Conduct continuity, functionality, and fault-finding tests on aircraft electrical systems and components;
  • Maintain a clean, organized, and safe working environment in line with 5S and company standards;
  • Perform regular stock takes and cycle counts within the Electrics department;
  • Book stock and components in and out accurately on the relevant system;
  • Ensure all materials, parts, and tools are correctly stored and accounted for;
  • Report stock shortages, damaged stock, and discrepancies to the Electrics Manager;
  • Complete all required documentation accurately and timeously;
  • Comply with all company health, safety, and quality procedures.

Essential Requirements:

  • Matric;
  • IPC certification on harness building or related Electrical qualification/s will be advantageous;
  • At least 1 years’ experience in harness building and using bench test equipment will be advantageous;
  • Ability to read and understand complex wiring diagrams;
  • Basic aircraft knowledge will be advantageous;
  • A good understanding of basic aircraft electronics and symbols will be advantageous;
  • Attention to detail is imperative and providing good quality workmanship;
  • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.

*Should you meet the criteria and wish to apply for this position, please remember to attach your CV.

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