Aircraft Composites Technician

Placements24; Gqeberha; Vor Ort; ZAR 350.000 - 550.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Competitive salary and benefits

Specialized training in advanced comop

Modern facility with specialized equip

Collaborative and safety-oriented team

Career advancement opportunities

Zusammenfassung

Placements24 is seeking an Aircraft Composites Technician for a Port Elizabeth-based role focused on structural maintenance of aircraft fleets. You will repair and fabricate composite components, ensuring airworthiness and compliance with aviation standards.

Work will involve laminating, bonding, surface finishing, and NDT-inspection support, with emphasis on precision, safety, and continuous improvement in a modern MRO environment.

Qualifikationen

• Proven experience as an Aircraft Composites Technician or in a similar role.
• Strong understanding of composite materials, resins, and repair techniques.
• Experience with NDT methods for composite inspection is advantageous.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings and repair manuals.
• Attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality workmanship.

Aufgaben

• Perform repairs on composite aircraft structures, including laminating, bonding, and surface finishing.
• Inspect composite components for damage such as delamination, cracks, and impact damage using visual and non-destructive testing (NDT) methods.
• Prepare composite surfaces for repair, including cleaning, sanding, and masking.
• Fabricate composite parts and patches according to engineering specifications and repair schemes.
• Maintain accurate records of all composite repairs and inspections performed.
• Ensure all work complies with aviation regulations, company policies, and safety standards.

Kenntnisse

Composite materials knowledge

NDT inspection

Technical drawings interpretation

Attention to detail

Flexibility

Jobbeschreibung

About the Role

Our client is seeking a skilled Aircraft Composites Technician to contribute to the structural maintenance of their aircraft fleet in Port Elizabeth. This specialized role requires expertise in the repair and fabrication of composite materials, which are increasingly prevalent in modern aircraft structures. You will be responsible for ensuring the structural integrity and airworthiness of components by executing high-quality composite repairs. This position offers a chance to work with advanced materials and technologies within a supportive environment that emphasizes precision, safety, and continuous improvement. Join a leading aviation MRO that values technical proficiency and career growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform repairs on composite aircraft structures, including laminating, bonding, and surface finishing.


• Inspect composite components for damage such as delamination, cracks, and impact damage using visual and non-destructive testing (NDT) methods.


• Prepare composite surfaces for repair, including cleaning, sanding, and masking.


• Fabricate composite parts and patches according to engineering specifications and repair schemes.


• Maintain accurate records of all composite repairs and inspections performed.


• Ensure all work complies with aviation regulations, company policies, and safety standards.

Requirements

• Proven experience as an Aircraft Composites Technician or in a similar role.


• Strong understanding of composite materials, resins, and repair techniques.


• Experience with NDT methods for composite inspection is advantageous.


• Ability to interpret technical drawings and repair manuals.


• Attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality workmanship.


• Willingness to work flexible hours and adapt to operational demands.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package.


• Opportunities for specialized training in advanced composite technologies.


• Work in a modern facility with access to specialized equipment.


• A collaborative and safety-oriented team culture.


• Career advancement opportunities within the aviation maintenance sector.