Senior Avionics Technician – Mossel Bay, Coastal Aviation

Placements24; Mossel Bay; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 700,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Retirement benefits

Professional growth opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 in Mossel Bay, Western Cape, seeks a Senior Avionics Technician to maintain and repair complex avionics systems on specialized aircraft, ensuring safety and mission readiness in demanding coastal environments.

The role requires expertise with GPS, VOR, ILS, transponders and autopilots, plus proficiency with advanced diagnostic tools and SACAA regulatory knowledge. You will record all maintenance actions and support continuous improvement across a dynamic team.

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years hands-on experience as an Avionics Technician.
• Certification from an accredited institution or relevant trade qualification.
• Proficiency with GPS, VOR, ILS, transponders and autopilots; ability to interpret complex diagrams.

Responsibilities

• Install, inspect, test, troubleshoot and repair avionics equipment and systems.
• Interpret engineering drawings, technical manuals and maintenance instructions.
• Maintain meticulous maintenance, modification and repair records.
• Ensure compliance with SACAA regulations and company standards.
• Calibrate and maintain avionics test equipment and diagnose faults.

Skills

Avionics troubleshooting

Technical diagram interpretation

Independent and team work

Regulatory compliance (SACAA)

Education

Certificate/Trade qualification in avionics

Tools

Advanced diagnostic equipment

Avionics software

Job description

Placements24 in Mossel Bay, Western Cape, seeks a Senior Avionics Technician to maintain and repair complex avionics systems on specialized aircraft, ensuring safety and mission readiness in demanding coastal environments.

The role requires expertise with GPS, VOR, ILS, transponders and autopilots, plus proficiency with advanced diagnostic tools and SACAA regulatory knowledge. You will record all maintenance actions and support continuous improvement across a dynamic team.