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Occupation

332131 Aircraft Maintenance Technician (Avionics)

Latest release
Consultation draft: Australian and New Zealand Standard Classification of Occupations (ANZSCO)
Reference period
July 2024
Released
25/07/2024
Next release Unknown
First release

332131 Aircraft Maintenance Technician (Avionics)

Inspects, tests, aligns, repairs, and installs electrical and avionic system components in aircraft, including space vehicles.

Alternative title

  • Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (Avionics)

Specialisations

  • Aircraft Maintenance Technician (Electrical)
  • Armament Technician (Defence)
  • Avionics Technician (Defence)

ANZSCO skill level

This occupation has a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

Australia

  • Skill Level 3: AQF Certificate III including at least two years of on-the-job training, AQF Certificate IV, or at least three years of relevant experience

New Zealand

  • Skill Level 3: NZQF Level 4 qualification, or at least three years of relevant experience

Main tasks

  • Inspects and tests aircraft electrical and avionic systems to identify any faults or damage, and ensure aircraft are functioning within safety regulations and standards
  • Repairs or replaces faulty or damaged aircraft electrical and avionic systems
  • Installs new aircraft electrical and avionic system components, including instruments, radio and communication equipment, and navigation systems
  • Performs and documents regular maintenance and servicing of aircraft electrical and avionic systems
  • May manufacture aircraft electrical and avionic hardware components
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