How do they match: Aircraft Mechanics and Service Technicians

  • Aircraft Mechanics and Service Technicians

  • A and P Mechanic
  • A and P Tech
  • Aircraft Equipment Repairer
  • Aircraft Body and Bonded Structure Repairer
  • Aircraft Pneudraulics Repairer
  • Aircraft Powertrain Repairer
  • Aircraft Rigging and Controls Mechanic
  • Aircraft Structural Repairer
  • 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
  • Aviation Support Equipment Repairer
  • Burnisher and Bumper
  • Engine Installer
  • Ground Support Equipment Technician
  • Heat and Vent Aircraft Mechanic
  • Helicopter Repairer
  • Power Plant Installer
  • Rotor Blade Installer
  • Utility Helicopter Repairer

  • Diagnose, adjust, repair, or overhaul aircraft engines and assemblies, such as hydraulic and pneumatic systems.

  • Install and align repaired or replacement parts for subsequent riveting or welding, using clamps and wrenches.
  • Assemble and install electrical, plumbing, mechanical, hydraulic, and structural components and accessories, using hand or power tools.
  • Check for corrosion, distortion, and invisible cracks in the fuselage, wings, and tail, using x-ray and magnetic inspection equipment.
  • Communicate with other workers to coordinate fitting and alignment of heavy parts, or to facilitate processing of repair parts.
  • Cure bonded structures, using portable or stationary curing equipment.
  • Determine repair limits for engine hot section parts.
  • Disassemble engines and inspect parts, such as turbine blades or cylinders, for corrosion, wear, warping, cracks, and leaks, using precision measuring instruments, x-rays, and magnetic inspection equipment.
  • Inventory and requisition or order supplies, parts, materials, and equipment.
  • Maintain repair logs, documenting all preventive and corrective aircraft maintenance.
  • Maintain, repair, and rebuild aircraft structures, functional components, and parts, such as wings and fuselage, rigging, hydraulic units, oxygen systems, fuel systems, electrical systems, gaskets, or seals.
  • Read and interpret maintenance manuals, service bulletins, and other specifications to determine the feasibility and method of repairing or replacing malfunctioning or damaged components.
  • Reassemble engines following repair or inspection and reinstall engines in aircraft.
  • Remove or install aircraft engines, using hoists or forklift trucks.
  • Remove, inspect, repair, and install in-flight refueling stores and external fuel tanks.
  • Replace or repair worn, defective, or damaged components, using hand tools, gauges, and testing equipment.
  • Spread plastic film over areas to be repaired to prevent damage to surrounding areas.
  • Test operation of engines and other systems, using test equipment, such as ignition analyzers, compression checkers, distributor timers, or ammeters.

  • Repair worn, damaged, or defective mechanical parts.
  • Install electrical components, equipment, or systems.
  • Install machine or equipment replacement parts.
  • Install piping for installation or maintenance activities.
  • Align equipment or machinery.
  • Clean equipment, parts, or tools to repair or maintain them in good working order.
  • Communicate with coworkers to coordinate installations or repairs.
  • Disassemble equipment to inspect for deficiencies.
  • Drill holes in parts, equipment, or materials.
  • Inspect mechanical equipment to locate damage, defects, or wear.
  • Interpret blueprints, specifications, or diagrams to inform installation, development or operation activities.
  • Lubricate equipment to allow proper functioning.
  • Maintain repair or maintenance records.
  • Maintain inventories of materials, equipment, or products.
  • Move large objects using heavy equipment.
  • Observe equipment in operation to detect potential problems.
  • Operate cranes, hoists, or other moving or lifting equipment.
  • Operate heating or drying equipment.
  • Order materials, supplies, or equipment.
  • Paint surfaces or equipment.
  • Read technical information needed to perform maintenance or repairs.
  • Read work orders or descriptions of problems to determine repairs or modifications needed.
  • Reassemble equipment after repair.
  • Remove parts or components from equipment.
  • Test mechanical equipment to ensure proper functioning.
  • Troubleshoot equipment or systems operation problems.