Description
When a plane goes down, we have systems in place to prevent our Airmen from going with it. Responsible for maintaining all necessary exit equipment on our planes, Aircrew Egress Systems specialists ensure that pilots can safely eject from aircraft in the event of an emergency. By performing precise maintenance and coordination of seats, hatches, canopies and modules, these professionals make sure that every component is in perfect working order so that Airmen can make a safe escape when necessary.
Core Skills
- Electromechanical troubleshooting and repair
- Preventive and corrective maintenance
- Technical data and schematic interpretation
- Safety and risk management in high-risk systems
- Configuration management and documentation
- Quality assurance and inspection
- Root cause analysis and fault isolation
- Use of test equipment and diagnostics
- Work order and maintenance recordkeeping
- Team coordination in time-critical situations
- Attention to detail and procedural compliance
Common Certifications
- FAA Airframe Certificate
- Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) Level I/II
- OSHA 30-Hour General Industry (Aviation Safety)
- Aircraft Type Ratings (as applicable)
Civilian Career Paths
- AIRCRAFT MAINTENANCE
- MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
- PROJECT MANAGEMENT
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