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332132 · OSCA 2024

Aircraft Maintenance Technician (Mechanical)

Classification
Occupation
Skill level
3

Classification

Description

Inspects, tests, repairs and installs hydromechanical and flight system components and engines, subassemblies, and components in aircraft, including space vehicles.

Alternative titles

  • Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (Mechanical)

Specialisations

  • Aircraft Maintenance Technician (Engines)
  • Aircraft Mechanic
  • Aircraft Technician (Army, Air Force)
  • Aviation Technician Aircraft (Navy)

Unit group

3321 · Aircraft Maintenance Technicians

Description

Maintain and repair aircraft structures, and avionic and mechanical systems.

Skill level

Australia

2; 3

Occupation skill level 3

Tasks

Tasks include

  • Inspects and tests aircraft hydromechanical and flight systems and components to identify any faults, wear, defects or damage, and ensures aircraft are functioning within safety regulations and standards
  • Repairs or replaces faulty or damaged aircraft hydromechanical and flight systems or components
  • Installs new aircraft hydromechanical and flight systems, including engines, ancillary motors, brakes, hydraulic and pneumatic systems, airframes and subassemblies
  • Performs and documents regular maintenance and servicing of aircraft hydromechanical and flight systems
  • May manufacture aircraft hydromechanical, flight system and subassembly components

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