aircraft maintenance technician
Aircraft maintenance technicians perform preventive maintenance to aircrafts, aircraft components, engines and assemblies, such as airframes and hydraulic and pneumatic systems. They perform inspections following strict protocols and aviation laws.
Also called: airworthiness technician, aviation maintenance technician, avionics mechanical technician, aircraft systems maintenance technician, aircraft instrument operative, aeroplane preventative maintenance technician, aircraft technician, aircraft preventative maintenance technician
- 29
- essential skills
- 8
- optional skills
- 8
- related roles
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Where you can go from here
8 rolesOccupations sharing the most essential skills with this one. The number is a count, not an opinion.
- aircraft maintenance engineerWhat changes?25 skills in common
- aircraft engine specialistWhat changes?20 skills in common
- avionics inspectorWhat changes?12 skills in common
- aircraft engine inspector11 skills in common
- avionics technician11 skills in common
- electromechanical equipment assembler11 skills in common
- aircraft engine assembler10 skills in common
- rolling stock engine inspector10 skills in common
Essential skills
29- aircraft mechanics
- airport safety regulations
- apply technical communication skills
- assemble electrical components
- common aviation safety regulations
- disassemble engines
- electrical engineering
- electrical wiring plans
- electricity
- electromechanics
- electronics
- engine components
- engineering principles
- engineering processes
- ensure compliance with airport security measures
- evaluate engine performance
- follow manufacturer guidelines in use of airport equipment
- install electrical and electronic equipment
- manage health and safety standards
- mechanical engineering
- mechanics
- operate soldering equipment
- read engineering drawings
- read standard blueprints
- repair engines
- technical drawings
- use power tools
- use technical documentation
- wear appropriate protective gear
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