How do they match: Aircraft Mechanics and Service Technicians

  • Aircraft Mechanics and Service Technicians

  • A and P Mechanic
  • A and P Tech
  • 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
  • Engine Installer
  • Fuel System Maintenance Worker
  • Heat and Vent Aircraft Mechanic
  • Pneudraulic Systems Mechanic
  • Power Plant Installer
  • Rotor Blade Installer
  • Vacuum System Tester

  • 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.
  • Examine and inspect aircraft components, including landing gear, hydraulic systems, and deicers to locate cracks, breaks, leaks, or other problems.
  • 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.
  • Modify aircraft structures, space vehicles, systems, or components, following drawings, schematics, charts, engineering orders, and technical publications.
  • Remove or install aircraft engines, using hoists or forklift trucks.
  • Remove, inspect, repair, and install in-flight refueling stores and external fuel tanks.
  • Test operation of engines and other systems, using test equipment, such as ignition analyzers, compression checkers, distributor timers, or ammeters.
  • Trim and shape replacement body sections to specified sizes and fits and secure sections in place, using adhesives, hand tools, and power tools.

  • Install electrical components, equipment, or systems.
  • Install machine or equipment replacement parts.
  • Install piping for installation or maintenance activities.
  • Assemble electrical components, subsystems, or systems.
  • Communicate with coworkers to coordinate installations or repairs.
  • Interpret blueprints, specifications, or diagrams to inform installation, development or operation activities.
  • Troubleshoot equipment or systems operation problems.