Aircraft Avionics Technician - Precision & Flight Ready

Placements24; Stellenbosch; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 520,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Training opportunities

Tools provided

Safety-focused environment

Job summary

Placements24 in Stellenbosch seeks a dedicated Aircraft Avionics Technician to install, inspect, test and repair complex avionics systems. You will work with next‑level avionics equipment, ensuring safety, reliability and flight readiness of aircraft systems.

This role offers opportunities for advanced training and certification in specialized avionics, requiring meticulous attention to detail and the ability to work both independently and in a team within a demanding aviation environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an Aircraft Avionics Technician or similar role.
• Strong understanding of aircraft electronic systems, schematics, and diagnostic procedures.
• Proficiency with avionics test equipment and diagnostic software.
• Relevant certifications (e.g., EASA Part 66, FAA Airframe & Powerplant with Avionics rating) are highly desirable.
• Excellent troubleshooting skills and meticulous attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, and repair avionics systems including comms, nav, autopilot, and flight data recorders.
• Perform inspections and functional tests on avionics equipment per manuals and regs.
• Troubleshoot and diagnose malfunctions using specialized test gear.
• Calibrate and adjust avionics for optimal performance and accuracy.
• Keep accurate records of maintenance, repair, and testing activities.
• Coordinate with engineering and flight crew to address avionics issues and ensure flight readiness.

Skills

Avionics systems

Troubleshooting

Electrical testing

Diagnostic software

Independent worker

Team collaboration

Education

EASA Part 66 certification

FAA A&P with Avionics rating

Tools

Avionics test equipment

Diagnostics software

Schematics interpretation

Job description

Placements24 in Stellenbosch seeks a dedicated Aircraft Avionics Technician to install, inspect, test and repair complex avionics systems. You will work with next‑level avionics equipment, ensuring safety, reliability and flight readiness of aircraft systems.

This role offers opportunities for advanced training and certification in specialized avionics, requiring meticulous attention to detail and the ability to work both independently and in a team within a demanding aviation environment.