7232-Aircraft engine mechanics and repairers

Main Tasks include -

• (a) fitting, examining, testing and servicing aircraft engines
• (b) replacing engine components or complete engines
• (c) examining and inspecting airframes and aircraft components, including landing gear, hydraulic systems, and deicers to detect wear, cracks, breaks, leaks, or other problems
• (d) maintaining, repairing, overhauling, modifying and testing aircraft structural, mechanical and hydraulic systems
• (e) reading and interpreting manuals, service bulletins, and other specifications to determine the feasibility and method of repairing or replacing malfunctioning or damaged components
• (f) maintaining, repairing , and rebuilding aircraft structures, functional components, and parts such as wings and fuselage, rigging, hydraulic units, oxygen systems, fuel systems, electrical systems, gaskets, and seals
• (g) inspecting completed work to certify that maintenance meets standards and the aircraft is ready for operation
• (h) maintaining repair logs, documenting all preventive and corrective aircraft maintenance
• (i) installing and testing electrical and electronic components, assemblies, and systems in aircraft
• (j) connecting components to assemblies such as radio systems, instruments, magnetos, inverters, and in-flight refueling systems.