Aircraft Avionics Technician

Placements24; Randburg; On-site; ZAR 320,000 - 520,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Training & development

Advanced avionics equipment

Safety-focused team

Career progression

Job summary

Placements24 in Randburg is seeking a qualified Aircraft Avionics Technician to join a dedicated maintenance team. The role covers installation, inspection, testing, troubleshooting, and repair of complex aircraft electronic systems including communication, navigation, and flight control systems, using state-of-the-art equipment.

You will work to ensure safety and operational integrity, document activities, and support ongoing professional development within a safety-focused aviation maintenance

Qualifications

• Trade qualification or certification as an Aircraft Avionics Technician.
• Proven experience in maintaining and troubleshooting aircraft avionics systems.
• Strong understanding of electronic principles, digital logic, and aircraft electrical systems.
• Proficiency with avionics test equipment, diagnostic tools, and troubleshooting techniques.
• Ability to read and interpret complex technical manuals and schematics.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Install, inspect, test, and repair aircraft avionics systems, including communication, navigation, and flight management systems.
• Troubleshoot and diagnose electronic system malfunctions using specialized test equipment and diagnostic software.
• Interpret technical manuals, schematics, and wiring diagrams to perform maintenance and repairs.
• Ensure all work is performed in accordance with manufacturer specifications, regulatory requirements, and company procedures.
• Calibrate and maintain avionics test equipment.
• Document all maintenance activities, parts used, and test results accurately.

Skills

Avionics troubleshooting

Electrical systems

Manuals & schematics

Test equipment

Education

Trade qualification or certification as an Aircraft Avionics Technician

Tools

Avionics test equipment

Diagnostic software

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a qualified Aircraft Avionics Technician to join their dedicated maintenance team in Randburg . This role involves the installation, inspection, testing, troubleshooting, and repair of complex aircraft electronic systems, including communication, navigation, and flight control systems. You will work with state-of-the-art equipment and technologies to ensure the reliability and performance of critical avionics systems, maintaining the highest standards of safety and operational integrity. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced technician to advance their career in aviation maintenance within the vibrant Gauteng region.

Key Responsibilities

• Install, inspect, test, and repair aircraft avionics systems, including communication, navigation, and flight management systems.
• Troubleshoot and diagnose electronic system malfunctions using specialized test equipment and diagnostic software.
• Interpret technical manuals, schematics, and wiring diagrams to perform maintenance and repairs.
• Ensure all work is performed in accordance with manufacturer specifications, regulatory requirements, and company procedures.
• Calibrate and maintain avionics test equipment.
• Document all maintenance activities, parts used, and test results accurately.

Requirements

• Trade qualification or certification as an Aircraft Avionics Technician .
• Proven experience in maintaining and troubleshooting aircraft avionics systems.
• Strong understanding of electronic principles, digital logic, and aircraft electrical systems.
• Proficiency with avionics test equipment, diagnostic tools, and troubleshooting techniques.
• Ability to read and interpret complex technical manuals and schematics.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and attractive benefits package.
• Opportunities for specialized training and professional development in avionics.
• Work with advanced avionics technology and equipment in Randburg .
• Be part of a safety-focused and professional aviation maintenance team.
• Career progression opportunities within the aviation sector.