Lead Avionics Technician — On-Site Leadership & Impact

Placements24; Johannesburg; Presencial; ZAR 900.000 - 1.300.000; Tempo integral

Benefícios oferecidos por esta vaga

Health insurance

Retirement contributions

Resumo da vaga

Placements24 seeks an experienced Lead Avionics Technician to supervise a team of technicians in Rustenburg, overseeing installation, testing, troubleshooting and repair of complex aircraft avionics systems.

The role emphasizes safety, quality, and mentoring junior staff while ensuring regulatory compliance and efficient maintenance operations. On-site leadership and hands-on expertise are essential.

Qualificações

• Trade qualification or equivalent certification in Avionics Technology or a related field.
• Minimum of 8 years hands-on experience as an Avionics Technician in the aviation industry.
• Proven experience leading or supervising technical teams.
• Extensive knowledge of aircraft avionics systems and troubleshooting techniques.
• Familiarity with aviation regulations (e.g., CASA, FAA, EASA).
• Strong diagnostic and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet strict deadlines.

Responsabilidades

• Lead and supervise a team of avionics technicians, providing technical guidance and support.
• Perform complex troubleshooting, repair, and maintenance of aircraft avionics systems, including navigation, communication, autopilot, and radar systems.
• Ensure all work performed complies with manufacturer specifications, airworthiness directives, and regulatory requirements.
• Conduct quality inspections and sign off on completed avionics work.
• Develop and implement training programs for avionics technicians to enhance skills and knowledge.
• Manage inventory of avionics components and tools, ensuring availability for maintenance tasks.
• Liaise with engineering and quality assurance departments to resolve technical issues and improve processes.
• Maintain accurate and detailed records of all maintenance activities performed on aircraft.

Conhecimentos

Avionics troubleshooting

Team leadership

Aircraft avionics systems

Diagnostics

Regulatory knowledge

Documentation

Formação

Trade qualification in Avionics Technology

Ferramentas

Avionics testing equipment

Descrição da vaga

Placements24 seeks an experienced Lead Avionics Technician to supervise a team of technicians in Rustenburg, overseeing installation, testing, troubleshooting and repair of complex aircraft avionics systems.

The role emphasizes safety, quality, and mentoring junior staff while ensuring regulatory compliance and efficient maintenance operations. On-site leadership and hands-on expertise are essential.