Aircraft Systems Technician

Placements24; Rustenburg; Hybrid; ZAR 320,000 - 520,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical aid

Retirement fund contributions

Ongoing training and certifications

Paid time off and sick leave

Collaborative work environment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a detail-oriented Aircraft Systems Technician to join our client's maintenance team in Rustenburg. You will install, inspect, test, and repair avionics, electrical, hydraulic and pneumatic systems to ensure peak performance and safety.

You will interpret technical manuals and schematics, document maintenance in line with regulatory requirements, and collaborate with engineers to implement system improvements and maintain the highest safety standards.

Qualifications

• Trade qualification or certification as Aircraft Systems Technician or related discipline.
• Experience with avionics, electrical, hydraulics and pneumatics.
• Ability to read and understand technical manuals and schematics.
• Commitment to safety protocols and meticulous documentation.

Responsibilities

• Install, inspect, test, and repair aircraft electrical, avionics, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
• Troubleshoot and diagnose faults in complex aircraft systems.
• Interpret manuals, blueprints, and schematics to guide maintenance.
• Ensure documentation complies with regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with technicians and engineers to resolve issues.

Skills

Diagnostic skills

Problem solving

Technical reading

Education

Trade qualification or certification

Job description

About the Role

Our client seeks a detail-oriented Aircraft Systems Technician to join their maintenance team in Rustenburg. In this role, you will be responsible for the installation, inspection, maintenance, and repair of complex aircraft systems, including avionics, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems. You will play a key part in ensuring that all aircraft systems operate at peak performance and adhere to the highest safety standards. This position offers an excellent opportunity to work with modern aircraft technologies within the dynamic aviation landscape of the North West province.

Key Responsibilities

• Install, inspect, test, and repair aircraft electrical, avionics, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
• Perform troubleshooting and diagnostics on complex aircraft systems to identify faults and malfunctions.
• Interpret technical manuals, blueprints, and schematics to guide maintenance and repair activities.
• Ensure all maintenance work is documented accurately and complies with regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with other technicians and engineers to resolve system issues and implement improvements.

Requirements

• Trade qualification or certification as an Aircraft Systems Technician or relevant discipline.
• Demonstrable experience working with various aircraft systems (avionics, electrical, hydraulics, pneumatics).
• Ability to read and understand technical documentation and schematics.
• Strong diagnostic and problem-solving abilities.
• Commitment to safety protocols and meticulous record-keeping.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance incentives.
• Medical aid and retirement fund contributions.
• Access to ongoing training and certifications.
• Paid time off and sick leave.
• A collaborative and safety-conscious work environment.