Technician, Aircraft Maintenance

Responsibilities of Aircraft Maintenance Technician :

• Undertake responsibility to preserve the good condition and functionality of aircraft and its components.
• Perform maintenance tasks including assembling and installing electrical, plumbing, mechanical, hydraulic, and structural systems.
• Check for corrosion, distortion, and invisible cracks using x-ray and magnetic inspection equipment.
• Clean, refuel, and change oil in line service aircraft.
• Conduct routine and special inspections as required by regulations.
• Inspect aircraft components such as landing gear, hydraulic systems, and deicers for cracks, leaks, or other issues.
• Prepare and paint aircraft surfaces.
• Remove, inspect, repair, and install in-flight refueling stores and external fuel tanks.
• Trim and shape replacement body sections to specified sizes, securing them with adhesives, hand tools, and power tools.
• Accompany aircraft on flights for in-flight adjustments and corrections.
• Cure bonded structures using portable or stationary equipment.
• Inspect airframes for wear or defects.
• Install and align repaired or replacement parts for riveting or welding.
• Maintain repair logs documenting all maintenance activities.
• Measure parts for wear and control cable tension using precision instruments.
• Obtain and check fuel and oil samples for contamination.
• Interpret maintenance manuals, service bulletins, and specifications for repairs.
• Diagnose problems based on pilots' descriptions.
• Remove or cut out defective parts to access internal defects, using drills and punches.
• Replace or repair damaged components with appropriate tools and testing equipment.
• Follow quality standards and comply with regulations and procedures.
• Perform any other functions assigned by the supervisor.

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