Aircraft Electrical & Avionics Technician - Hands-On

Placements24; Willows (CA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical aid and retirement fund

Paid time off and sick leave

Training on new systems

Job summary

Placements24 in Welkom, Free State, seeks an Aircraft Systems Technician specializing in Electrical and Avionics to maintain aircraft systems and ensure airworthiness.

The role covers diagnosing faults, performing routine checks, and collaborating with engineers to support a safe, compliant fleet. A technical qualification and 3–5 years of hands-on electrical/avionics experience are required.

Qualifications

• Relevant technical qualification in aircraft maintenance or avionics.
• 3-5 years hands-on experience as Aircraft Systems Technician (Electrical/Avionics).
• Strong knowledge of aircraft electrical systems and avionic principles.
• Ability to read manuals and schematics.
• Commitment to safety and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities

• Perform scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on electrical and avionic systems.
• Diagnose and repair electrical faults, wiring issues, and component failures.
• Install, test, and calibrate avionic equipment (communication, navigation, flight control).
• Interpret manuals and schematics to guide tasks.
• Document maintenance actions in compliance with standards.
• Collaborate with engineers and technicians to resolve issues.
• Maintain a safe work environment and ensure calibrated tools.
• Assist in development of new maintenance procedures.
• Ensure tools are maintained.

Skills

Reading technical manuals

Diagnostics tools proficiency

Electrical systems knowledge

Avionics principles

Team collaboration

Education

Technical qualification in Aircraft Maintenance, Electrical Engineering, or Avionics

3-5 years hands-on experience as Aircraft Systems Technician

Tools

Diagnostic tools

Test equipment for electrical/avionic systems

Job description

Placements24 in Welkom, Free State, seeks an Aircraft Systems Technician specializing in Electrical and Avionics to maintain aircraft systems and ensure airworthiness.

The role covers diagnosing faults, performing routine checks, and collaborating with engineers to support a safe, compliant fleet. A technical qualification and 3–5 years of hands-on electrical/avionics experience are required.