Senior Avionics Technician — Remote Projects & Growth

Placements24; Pretoria; Hybrid; ZAR 350,000 - 700,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Professional development

Remote project work

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Avionics Technician for a dynamic aviation maintenance organization in Pretoria. You will install, diagnose, repair and maintain complex avionics systems across aircraft types, ensuring safety and regulatory compliance.

The role requires a trade certification in avionics and a SACAA Type 2 license, with at least five years of hands-on experience. You will work both independently and within a team, with opportunities for professional development and type ratings.

Qualifications

• Trade qualification in Avionics Technology or related field.
• SACAA Avionics Type 2 License or equivalent.
• Minimum 5 years hands-on avionics technician experience.

Responsibilities

• Install, inspect, troubleshoot, repair and maintain avionics systems.
• Work with GPS, FMS, TCAS, EFIS on various aircraft.
• Interpret schematics and wiring diagrams for installations.
• Recordkeeping of maintenance actions and compliance with CAA standards.
• Mentor junior technicians and liaise with engineering teams.
• Adhere to safety protocols and organise a clean work area.

Skills

Reading schematics

Diagnostics

Troubleshooting

Team collaboration

Independent work

Education

Avionics trade qualification

SACAA Avionics Type 2 License

Tools

Oscilloscopes

Signal generators

Multimeters

Diagnostic software

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Avionics Technician for a dynamic aviation maintenance organization in Pretoria. You will install, diagnose, repair and maintain complex avionics systems across aircraft types, ensuring safety and regulatory compliance.

The role requires a trade certification in avionics and a SACAA Type 2 license, with at least five years of hands-on experience. You will work both independently and within a team, with opportunities for professional development and type ratings.