6062 Aircraft Intermediate Level Hydraulic/Pneumatic Mechanic

Core Skills

• hydraulic and pneumatic systems troubleshooting
• preventive and corrective maintenance
• technical schematics and manuals interpretation
• use of precision measurement tools
• fault isolation and root cause analysis
• maintenance documentation and recordkeeping
• quality control and inspection
• safety and environmental compliance
• workload planning and prioritization
• teamwork in maintenance environments

Civilian Career Paths

• Aircraft Maintenance
• Mechanical Engineering
• Project Management

Training & Development

What the Work Involves

• Inspect completed work to certify that maintenance meets standards and that aircraft are ready for operation.
• 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.
• Examine and inspect aircraft components, including landing gear, hydraulic systems, and deicers to locate cracks, breaks, leaks, or other problems.
• Adjust, repair, rework, or replace parts or assemblies to ensure proper operation.

Typical preparation for these civilian roles: vocational training or an associate degree.