Senior Aircraft Structures Technician

Placements24; Randburg; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 660,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 in Randburg is seeking a Senior Aircraft Structures Technician to join our maintenance team. You will perform complex repairs, modifications, and maintenance on aircraft airframes and structural components using composites, aluminum, and steel.

The role requires a trades certificate and at least six years of hands-on experience with structural repair schemes, SRMs, and reading engineering drawings.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 6 years of hands-on experience as an Aircraft Structures Technician.
• Ability to read and interpret aircraft structural drawings, repair schemes, and manuals.
• Experience with composite repairs and aluminum alloy structural repairs.

Responsibilities

• Perform intricate structural repairs on airframes, wings, fuselages, and control surfaces using approved data and techniques.
• Interpret and apply structural repair manuals (SRMs), engineering drawings, and maintenance directives.
• Work with composites, aluminum, steel, and other aerospace materials.
• Operate tools and equipment for structural work, including sheet metal fabrication tools, welding equipment, and NDT devices.
• Ensure all structural maintenance and repair work meets quality standards and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Reading drawings

Independent work

Troubleshooting

Mentoring juniors

Education

Trade Certificate in Aircraft Structures / Sheet Metal / Composites

Tools

Sheet metal fabrication tools

Welding equipment

NDT devices

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Aircraft Structures Technician to join their maintenance and repair team in Randburg, Gauteng . This role involves performing complex repairs, modifications, and maintenance on aircraft airframes and structural components, ensuring airworthiness and structural integrity. You will work with a variety of materials, including composites, aluminum, and steel, applying advanced techniques to maintain aircraft in optimal condition. The ideal candidate will possess extensive hands‑on experience, a deep understanding of structural repair schemes, and a strong commitment to safety and quality standards. This is a key position within a reputable aviation maintenance organization operating in the busy Randburg area.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform intricate structural repairs on aircraft airframes, wings, fuselages, and control surfaces using approved data and techniques.
• Interpret and apply structural repair manuals (SRMs), engineering drawings, and maintenance directives.
• Work with a range of materials including composites, aluminum alloys, steel, and other specialized aerospace materials.
• Operate specialized tools and equipment for structural work, including sheet metal fabrication tools, welding equipment, and non‑destructive testing (NDT) devices.
• Ensure all structural maintenance and repair work is completed to the highest quality standards and regulatory requirements.

Requirements

• Trade Certificate in Aircraft Structures, Sheet Metal, or Composites, or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience as an Aircraft Structures Technician, with a strong portfolio of repair work.
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting aircraft structural drawings , repair schemes, and technical manuals.
• Experience with composite repair techniques and aluminum alloy structural repairs.
• Ability to work independently, troubleshoot complex structural issues, and mentor junior technicians in the Randburg facility.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary and potential for performance bonuses.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement fund contributions.
• Opportunities for advanced training in new materials and repair technologies.
• A collaborative and safety‑focused work environment with a team of experienced aviation professionals.
• Be part of a leading MRO provider ensuring the structural integrity of aircraft in Gauteng .