Senior Avionics Systems Engineer - Lead Maintenance

Placements24; Pietermaritzburg; Presencial; ZAR 800.000 - 1.200.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Health insurance

Pension plan

Professional development

Generous leave

Advanced facilities

Relocation assistance

Descripción de la vacante

Placements24 in Pietermaritzburg seeks a Senior Aircraft Maintenance Engineer specializing in Avionic Systems to ensure airworthiness and peak performance of a diverse fleet. You will lead diagnostic inspections, supervise technicians, and collaborate with flight crews to resolve complex issues.

You will apply your 7+ years of avionic experience, interpret technical manuals, and stay current with regulatory requirements.

Formación

• Minimum 7 years’ experience in Avionic Systems Engineering.
• Qualification in Aircraft Engineering or related field.
• Knowledge of avionic systems and test equipment.
• Familiarity with aviation regulations and airworthiness directives.
• Ability to read complex technical documentation.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and safety.
• Strong communication and teamwork.
• Aviation maintenance certifications (e.g., EASA Part 66) advantageous.
• Willingness to work weekends/public holidays.

Responsabilidades

• Inspect, diagnose, and repair avionic systems (navigation, comms, flight control, radar).
• Perform scheduled and unscheduled maintenance per manufacturer specs and regs.
• Troubleshoot complex malfunctions and identify root causes.
• Interpret manuals and schematics to guide work.
• Document maintenance activities per policies and aviation regs.
• Collaborate with flight crews and other maintenance personnel.
• Maintain avionic component inventory.
• Mentor junior engineers and technicians.
• Stay updated on avionic technology advancements.

Conocimientos

Avionic systems knowledge

Regulatory compliance

Diagnostics

Technical documentation reading

Team collaboration

Mentoring

Educación

Bachelor's degree in Aircraft Engineering or related field

Herramientas

Test equipment

Descripción del empleo

Placements24 in Pietermaritzburg seeks a Senior Aircraft Maintenance Engineer specializing in Avionic Systems to ensure airworthiness and peak performance of a diverse fleet. You will lead diagnostic inspections, supervise technicians, and collaborate with flight crews to resolve complex issues.

You will apply your 7+ years of avionic experience, interpret technical manuals, and stay current with regulatory requirements.