Senior Avionics Technician — Lead Aircraft Electronics

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Retirement benefits

Training programs

Career advancement

Job summary

Placements24 in Pretoria is seeking an experienced Senior Avionics Technician to join a premier maintenance facility. You will install, test, troubleshoot, and repair aircraft avionics, ensuring safety and performance standards, and mentor junior technicians.

You will interpret manuals and schematics, perform upgrades, and ensure compliance with maintenance data and regulations. The role offers advanced training, career progression, and a strong team environment in Pretoria.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of experience in aircraft maintenance.
• Strong understanding of aircraft electrical systems and avionics principles.
• Ability to read and interpret complex technical manuals and schematics.
• Experience with various aircraft types and avionics suites is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Install, inspect, test, troubleshoot, and repair aircraft avionics systems (navigation, comms, autopilot, instruments).
• Interpret manuals, wiring diagrams, and schematics to diagnose avionics issues.
• Perform system upgrades and modifications as required by engineering or regulatory changes.
• Ensure all work complies with maintenance data, regulations, and company policies.
• Use specialized test equipment and diagnostic tools to verify functionality.
• Mentor junior technicians and ensure quality workmanship.

Skills

Avionics troubleshooting

Electrical systems understanding

Schematics reading

Mentoring others

Education

Trade qualification or certification in Avionics or Electronics

Tools

Test equipment

Job description

Placements24 in Pretoria is seeking an experienced Senior Avionics Technician to join a premier maintenance facility. You will install, test, troubleshoot, and repair aircraft avionics, ensuring safety and performance standards, and mentor junior technicians.

You will interpret manuals and schematics, perform upgrades, and ensure compliance with maintenance data and regulations. The role offers advanced training, career progression, and a strong team environment in Pretoria.