Senior Avionics Aircraft Maintenance Engineer

Placements24; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical aid

Pension contributions

Training & development

State-of-the-art facilities in Joburg

Job summary

Placements24 in Johannesburg is seeking a Senior Aircraft Maintenance Engineer specialized in avionics to ensure airworthiness and readiness of a diverse fleet. You will diagnose, repair, and maintain complex avionics systems, contributing to safety and efficiency in a regulated environment.

The role offers opportunities to work with advanced avionics technology, mentor junior staff, and participate in ongoing professional development within a state‑of‑the‑art facility in Johannesburg.

Qualifications

• AME license with Avionics rating required.
• Minimum 7 years of experience in aircraft avionics maintenance.
• Strong understanding of diverse aircraft platforms.

Responsibilities

• Perform scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on aircraft avionics systems (navigation, communication, flight control).
• Diagnose and troubleshoot complex avionics faults using diagnostic software and test equipment.
• Interpret manuals, wiring diagrams, and service bulletins to ensure airworthiness compliance.
• Conduct system checks, repairs, and component replacements with rigorous safety standards.
• Mentor junior avionics engineers and technicians; maintain maintenance records in the system.

Skills

Aviation maintenance

Avionics systems

Troubleshooting

Regulatory compliance

Documentation

Education

AME license with Avionics rating

Tools

Diagnostic software

Test equipment

Job description

Placements24 in Johannesburg is seeking a Senior Aircraft Maintenance Engineer specialized in avionics to ensure airworthiness and readiness of a diverse fleet. You will diagnose, repair, and maintain complex avionics systems, contributing to safety and efficiency in a regulated environment.

The role offers opportunities to work with advanced avionics technology, mentor junior staff, and participate in ongoing professional development within a state‑of‑the‑art facility in Johannesburg.