Ultra Pharmaceutical and Medical Placements | New Redruth, South Africa | Posted June 14, 2026
Position Overview
Well established light aircraft company based in Johannesburg is looking for an Electrics Manager with a relevant qualification and experience in the aviation industry.
We are seeking an experienced Electrical Department Manager to lead the end‑to‑end manufacturing and installation of electrical wiring looms (harnesses) for light aircraft. This role owns department safety, quality, delivery, and cost performance – spanning prototype, production and retrofit activities. The manager partners closely with Engineering on new designs,
manufacturability, compliance with aviation electrical practices, and continuous improvement. The manager will set standards, develop people and processes, and ensure robust configuration control and airworthiness evidence throughout the product lifecycle. The manager will be required to occasionally assist with troubleshooting older aircraft in the AMO. This position reports to the Production Manager but involves coordinating and collaborating wit...