Aircraft Mechanics and Service Technicians
Maintaining and inspecting aircraft pneudraulics systems transfers directly to civilian aircraft hydraulic-system maintenance.
How to prepare: Compile military maintenance records for FAA review of experience toward mechanic ratings. An FAA mechanic certificate is not required for every airline mechanic job, but air carriers often require it for hiring.
What the civilian work involves
- Examine and inspect aircraft components, including landing gear, hydraulic systems, and deicers to locate cracks, breaks, leaks, or other problems.
- Read and interpret maintenance manuals, service bulletins, and other specifications to determine the feasibility and method of repairing or replacing malfunctioning or damaged components.
- Maintain repair logs, documenting all preventive and corrective aircraft maintenance.
Civilian tools and software (examples)
- Access Software AIRPAX