Remote Avionics Technician — Expert in Aircraft Systems

Placements24

Mbombela (Nelspruit)

Hybrid

ZAR 540,000 - 900,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Time off

Home office allowance

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Remote Avionics Technician to join our distributed engineering team. This role emphasizes handling remote diagnostics, troubleshooting, and guidance for avionics systems across a global fleet from your home office.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years of hands-on avionics experience, the ability to read complex schematics, and strong remote communication skills. A technical certification in avionics or electronics is required, with autonomy and strong problem-solving

Qualifications

Certified/degree in Avionics or Electronics engineering.
Minimum 5 years' hands-on avionics experience on aircraft.
Skilled in interpreting avionics schematics and manuals.
Strong remote-diagnostic and troubleshooting capability.

Responsibilities

Provide remote diagnostic support for aircraft avionics systems (navigation, comms, autopilot, FMS).
Interpret manuals, schematics, and wiring diagrams to troubleshoot issues.
Guide on-site personnel through complex repair and calibration remotely.
Analyze flight data recorder and cockpit voice recorder info for troubleshooting.
Recommend parts and assist with inventory management for avionics components.
Document remote support activities and resolutions in the knowledge base.
Stay updated with avionics tech and regulatory requirements.
Collaborate with engineering on upgrades, modifications, testing.
Ensure timely resolution to minimize aircraft downtime.
Maintain professionalism and technical excellence in all interactions.