Aircraft Avionics Technician - Flight Systems & Diagnostics

Placements24; Gqeberha; On-site; ZAR 320,000 - 640,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Diverse aircraft types

Ongoing training

Professional environment

Safety-focused role

Job summary

Placements24 in Port Elizabeth is seeking a skilled Aircraft Avionics Technician to join our maintenance team. You will install, inspect, test, troubleshoot, and repair complex avionics systems across various aircraft, ensuring performance and safety.

The role requires a trade certification in avionics, several years of hands-on experience, and the ability to read schematics. You will work with precision, document findings, and uphold aviation standards in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Relevant trade qualification or certification in Aircraft Avionics Technology or a related electronic field.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience as an Aircraft Avionics Technician.
• Proficiency with avionics test equipment, including multimeters, oscilloscopes, and signal generators.
• Strong understanding of digital and analog electronics, as well as aircraft electrical systems.
• Ability to read and interpret complex technical documentation and schematics.

Responsibilities

• Install, inspect, test, troubleshoot, and repair aircraft electrical and electronic systems, including radios, navigation equipment, autopilots, and radar.
• Interpret technical manuals, wiring diagrams, and schematics to diagnose and resolve avionics faults.
• Perform scheduled maintenance on avionics components and systems as per technical directives.
• Calibrate avionics equipment to ensure accuracy and compliance with performance specifications.
• Document all maintenance actions, findings, and repairs accurately in the aircraft logbooks and maintenance records.
• Ensure all work performed complies with aviation regulations and company safety procedures.

Skills

Avionics testing

Electrical systems

Schematics reading

Multimeters

Education

Aircraft Avionics certificate

Tools

Oscilloscopes

Signal generators

Multimeters

Job description

Placements24 in Port Elizabeth is seeking a skilled Aircraft Avionics Technician to join our maintenance team. You will install, inspect, test, troubleshoot, and repair complex avionics systems across various aircraft, ensuring performance and safety.

The role requires a trade certification in avionics, several years of hands-on experience, and the ability to read schematics. You will work with precision, document findings, and uphold aviation standards in a dynamic environment.