Certified Aviation Technician (Avionics)

Flysafair; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 350,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

Flysafair is seeking a skilled Aviation Technician for B737-800/MAX avionics with SACAA licensure. The role requires a Trade Test in avionics, AME credentials, and at least five years of aviation maintenance experience. You will perform line maintenance, fault finding, and ensure airworthiness while adhering to SACAA and safety standards.

Join a dynamic team with opportunities for travel and a strong focus on documentation and quality. Proficiency with MS Office is advantageous.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 or equivalent is essential.
• Trade Test Certificate in avionics recognised by SACAA.
• Licensed AME with SACAA WI, W2 and W3.
• B737-800 system courses completed.
• B737-8(MAX) system course advantageous.
• Oxygen course advantageous.
• Minimum 5 years aviation maintenance experience (Line and SVM).
• Experience as Aviation Technician on B737-800 avionics.
• Experience as Aviation Technician on B737-8(MAX) avionics (advantageous).
• OJT experience advantageous.
• Willing to work shifts, weekends, holidays; travel locally/internationally.
• Sound understanding of technical aircraft publications and documentation (SWPM).
• Good understanding of Avionics Schematic systems.
• Excellent knowledge and troubleshooting on B737-800.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office suite.

Responsibilities

• Perform line maintenance inspections and routine tests.
• Inspect avionics systems and fault find with corrective actions.
• Carry out weekly service checks and daily inspections for airworthiness.
• Record all activities and sign off per SACAA requirements.
• Adhere to safety standards and maintain work area, tools and equipment.
• Communicate clearly to ensure smooth workflow and timely completion.

Education

Grade 12 or Equivalent

Trade Test Certificate (Avionics)

Licensed AME with SACAA WI, W2, W3

B737-800 system courses

B737-8(MAX) system course

Oxygen course

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)

Job description

• Required to perform various maintenance duties including, but not limited to:
• Conduct line maintenance inspections;
• Conduct routine inspections on various avionics systems on the aircraft;
• Conduct fault finding and rectify based on the fault;
• Perform weekly service checks;
• Perform thorough daily inspections of the aircraft to identify any potential issues or defects;
• Conduct necessary maintenance tasks to ensure the airworthiness of the aircraft;
• Adhere to established maintenance procedures and safety standards;
• All activities must be properly recorded and signed off as per SACAA requirements ensuring that all the required legal aspects are complied with;
• Health and Safety requirements must always be complied with to ensure Personal and other Personnel Safety, Fire and Accident/lncident preventions;
• Ensure that the work area, equipment, and tooling are properly maintained and safe prior to starting any job to prevent accidents or incidents to aircraft and staff;
• Apply analytical thinking and troubleshooting techniques to identify root causes and implement effective solutions;
• Communicate clearly and professionally to ensure smooth workflow and timely completion of maintenance tasks.
• Grade 12 or Equivalent (Essential);
• Trade Test Certificate (Avionics-related, e.g., Avionician, Aircraft - Instrument Mechanic, Aircraft Electrician, or Aircraft Radio Technician — SACAA recognised) (Essential);
• Licensed AME with SACAA WI, W2, W3 (Essential);
• B737-800 system courses (Essential);
• B737-8(MAX) system course (Advantageous);
• Oxygen course (Advantageous);
• Minimum of 5 years aviation maintenance experience (Essential) Line and SVM experience (Essential);
• Previous experience as an Aviation Technician on B737-800 avionics systems (Essential);
• Previous experience as an Aviation Technician on B737-8(MAX) avionics systems (Advantageous)
• OJT experience (Advantageous);
• Must be willing to work shifts, weekends and public holidays, including overtime when required;
• Must be available and willing to travel locally/internationally at short notice;
• Valid South-African passport and driver's licence;
• Sound understanding of technical aircraft publications and documentation (including SWPM);
• Maintain a thorough understanding of aviation regulations and safety standards;
• Good understanding of the Avionics Schematic systems;
• Excellent knowledge and troubleshooting experience on B737-800;
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and Outlook, PowerPoint).

Personal Attributes

• Analytical thinking;
• Strong communication skills;
• Excellent time-keeping;
• Able to follow instructions as per work instructions;
• Detail orientated;
• Professional;
• High integrity;
• Self-disciplined;
• Ethical;
• Reliable and dependable.

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