Senior Certified Aviation Technician (Avionics) - Heavy Maintenance
Overview
The Senior Certified Aviation Technician (Avionics) is responsible for performing various maintenance tasks to ensure the airworthiness of aircraft, including conducting inspections, fault finding, and rectifying issues on avionics systems. The role requires adherence to safety standards and proper documentation in compliance with SACCA requirements.
Requirements
- Grade 12 or Equivalent (Essential)
- Trade Test Certificate (Avionics-related, e.g., Avionician, Aircraft Instrument Mechanic, Aircraft Electrician, or Aircraft Radio Technician —SACAA recognised) (Essential)
- Licensed AME with SACAA WI, W2, W3 (Essential)
- B737-800 system courses (Essential)
- B737-8(MAX) system course (Advantageous)
- Oxygen course (Advantageous)
- Minimum of 15 years aviation maintenance experience (Essential)
- Line and SVM experience (Essential)
- Previous experience as an Aviation Technician on B737-800 avionics systems (Essential)
- Previous experience as an Aviation Technician on B737-8(MAX) avionics systems (Advantageous)
- OJT experience (Advantageous)
- Must be willing to work shifts, weekends and public holidays, including overtime when required
- Must be available and willing to travel locally/internationally at short notice
- Valid South-African passport and driver's licence
- Sound understanding of technical aircraft publications and documentation (including SWPM)
- Maintain a thorough understanding of aviation regulations and safety standards
- Good understanding of the Avionics Schematic systems
- Excellent knowledge and troubleshooting experience on B737-800
- Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and Outlook, PowerPoint)
Responsibilities
- Conduct line maintenance inspections
- Conduct routine inspections on various avionics systems on the aircraft
- Conduct fault finding and rectify based on the fault
- Perform thorough daily inspections of the aircraft to identify any potential issues or defects
- Conduct necessary maintenance tasks to ensure the airworthiness of the aircraft
- Adhere to established maintenance procedures and safety standards
- Ensure that all activities are properly recorded and signed off as per SACCA requirements
- Comply with Health and Safety requirements to ensure personal and personnel safety
- Ensure that the work area, equipment, and tooling are properly maintained and safe prior to starting any job
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