How do they match: Aircraft Mechanics and Service Technicians

  • Aircraft Mechanics and Service Technicians

  • A and P Mechanic
  • A and P Tech
  • Aircraft Worker
  • Aircraft Body and Bonded Structure Repairer
  • Aircraft Rigging and Controls Mechanic
  • Airframe and Power Plant Mechanic
  • Airframe and Powerplant Mechanic
  • Airframe and Powerplant Mechanic Apprentice
  • Airframe and Powerplant Technician
  • Airframe and/or Powerplant Mechanic
  • Airframe and/or Powerplant Technician
  • Burnisher and Bumper
  • Fuel System Maintenance Worker
  • Heat and Vent Aircraft Mechanic

  • Communicate with other workers to coordinate fitting and alignment of heavy parts, or to facilitate processing of repair parts.
  • Examine engines through specially designed openings while working from ladders or scaffolds, or use hoists or lifts to remove the entire engine from an aircraft.
  • Inspect completed work to certify that maintenance meets standards and that aircraft are ready for operation.
  • Modify aircraft structures, space vehicles, systems, or components, following drawings, schematics, charts, engineering orders, and technical publications.

  • Apply protective coverings to objects or surfaces near work areas.
  • Clean equipment, parts, or tools to repair or maintain them in good working order.
  • Inspect completed work to ensure proper functioning.
  • Lay out work according to specifications.
  • Read work orders or descriptions of problems to determine repairs or modifications needed.