Aircraft Maintenance Technician - Avionics

Placements24; Midrand; On-site; ZAR 350,000 - 550,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Training & development

Advanced avionics tools

Medical aid & retirement fund

Stable, collaborative team

Job summary

Placements24 seeks an Aircraft Maintenance Technician (avionics) in Midrand to maintain and repair complex avionics systems across a diverse fleet. You will work within a professional maintenance team dedicated to airworthiness, safety, and high-quality service in a leading aviation environment.

The role requires a trade qualification in avionics or equivalent (EASA Part 66 preferred) and a minimum of 3 years’ relevant experience in an MRO or airline setting.

Qualifications

• Trade qualification in avionics or equivalent certification.
• Experience diagnosing and repairing avionics systems in an MRO or airline setting.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and maintenance manuals.

Responsibilities

• Perform scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on aircraft avionics systems (navigation, comms, flight control).
• Diagnose faults using diagnostic tools and maintenance manuals; repair as required.
• Document all maintenance actions in logbooks and records with accuracy.

Skills

Avionics troubleshooting

Reading electrical schematics

Technical documentation interpretation

Team collaboration

Education

Trade qualification in Avionics

EASA Part 66

Tools

Diagnostic equipment

Electrical schematics

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a leading aviation services provider, is seeking a skilled Aircraft Maintenance Technician specializing in avionics to join their dynamic team in Midrand . This critical role involves maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing the complex electronic systems of various aircraft to ensure airworthiness and operational safety. You will be an integral part of a dedicated maintenance crew, contributing to the reliability and performance of a diverse fleet, upholding the highest standards of aviation maintenance within a facility committed to excellence and continuous improvement in safety protocols.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on aircraft avionics systems, including navigation, communication, and flight control systems.


• Diagnose and repair faults using diagnostic equipment, technical manuals, and troubleshooting procedures.


• Interpret engineering drawings, wiring diagrams, and technical publications for avionics systems.


• Ensure all maintenance activities comply with stringent aviation regulations and company policies.


• Document all maintenance actions accurately in the aircraft logbooks and maintenance records.

Requirements

• Trade qualification in Avionics or equivalent certification (e.g., EASA Part 66).


• Minimum of 3 years of experience as an Avionics Technician in an MRO or airline environment.


• Proficiency in troubleshooting and repairing complex avionics systems.


• Strong understanding of aviation safety standards and regulatory compliance.


• Ability to read and interpret technical documentation and schematics.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary package.


• Opportunities for further training and professional development .


• Access to cutting-edge avionics technology and diagnostic tools.


• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement fund contributions.


• A stable and supportive work environment with a focus on team collaboration.