Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (Mechanical) (323112)

TRASkill Level 3STSOL

Description

Inspects, tests, repairs and installs aircraft hydromechanical and flight system components and aircraft engines, subassemblies and components. Registration or licensing may be required.

Tasks & Responsibilities

  • Dismantling, inspecting, testing, repairing and reassembling aircraft engines, ancillary motors and engine accessories, electrical systems, and subassemblies of aircraft frames
  • Installing electrical circuits and equipment
  • Testing aircraft communication equipment, aircraft instrumentation and electronic systems using electronic testing equipment and specialised test apparatus
  • Replacing and testing aircraft oxygen system components
  • Assembling parts and subassemblies of aircraft frames
  • Conducting routine pre-flight inspections of engines, aircraft frames and mechanical systems
  • Maintaining records of action taken
  • May manufacture aircraft electrical, instrument and radio hardware components

Alternative Titles

  • Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (Airframes)
  • Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (Engines)
  • Aircraft Technician (Air Force
  • Army)
  • Aviation Technician Aircraft (Navy)
  • Licensed Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (Airframes)
  • Licensed Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (Engines)

Assessment Documents

  • Trade qualification
  • Employment evidence
  • Portfolio (if required)
  • Passport
  • English test
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Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (Mechanical) (ANZSCO 323112) | Australian Occupation Guide