Senior Aircraft Electrician - Avionics & Power Systems Lead

Placements24; Southampton; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Provident fund

Ongoing training & development

Job summary

Placements24 is assisting a leading aviation MRO in Randburg, Gauteng, to recruit a Senior Aircraft Electrician. You will manage inspections, troubleshooting, installations, and maintenance of aircraft electrical power systems and avionics with strict adherence to safety and regulatory standards.

You will read electrical schematics, collaborate with airframe and avionics teams, and ensure paperwork is complete and accurate.

Qualifications

• Recognized qualification in Electrical Engineering or related trade.
• EASA Part-66 B2 license with electrical specialization is preferred.
• 6+ years of experience as Aircraft Electrician or similar in aviation.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, test, and maintain aircraft electrical systems including power generation and distribution.
• Troubleshoot faults in wiring, circuits, and components.
• Install new electrical systems and avionics per specifications.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics and manuals.
• Ensure compliance with aviation regulations and quality standards.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities and parts used.

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

Read schematics

Team collaboration

Education

Electrical engineering qualification or trade

EASA Part-66 B2 license with electrical specialization

Tools

Electrical testing equipment

Multimeters / oscilloscopes

Job description

Placements24 is assisting a leading aviation MRO in Randburg, Gauteng, to recruit a Senior Aircraft Electrician. You will manage inspections, troubleshooting, installations, and maintenance of aircraft electrical power systems and avionics with strict adherence to safety and regulatory standards.

You will read electrical schematics, collaborate with airframe and avionics teams, and ensure paperwork is complete and accurate.