Description
The aircraft component repair supervisor must be knowledgeable of the duties performed by personnel in MOSs 15F, 15N, and 15Y. Performs administrative duties such as planning aircraft maintenance, and avionics repair shops/facilities as well as determining man-hours, personnel management, parts and facility requirements while maintaining supply economy and discipline. Prepares evaluations, special reports, records and recommends and/or administers plans and policies pertaining to aircraft component repair. Instructs and supervises maintenance, repairs and inspections of aircraft armament, aviation communications and other electronic/electrical systems according to drawings, blueprints, directives, technical manuals, and safety procedures. Typically assigned to Aviation Field or Sustainment maintenance units.
Core Skills
- avionics systems troubleshooting
- electrical and electronic diagnostics
- weapons and armament systems maintenance coordination
- reading schematics and technical manuals
- maintenance planning and scheduling
- quality assurance and inspections
- configuration and change management
- technical documentation and reporting
- shop and facility management
- supply and parts management
- team leadership and supervision
- safety and compliance management
- root cause analysis
- training and mentoring technicians
- time and resource management
Common Certifications
- FAA Airframe & Powerplant (A&P)
- NCATT Aircraft Electronics Technician (AET)
- NDT Level II/III (as applicable)
- OSHA 30-Hour General Industry (Aviation Safety)
- Certified Aviation Manager (CAM)
Civilian Career Paths
- AIRCRAFT MAINTENANCE
- ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING
- MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
- PROJECT MANAGEMENT
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