Marine Corps MOS · Aviation
6092 Aircraft Intermediate Level Structures Mechanic
Overview
An Aircraft Intermediate Level Structures Mechanic inspects aircraft structural components at the intermediate level. The mechanic maintains and repairs those structural components.
Core Skills
- aircraft structural inspection and repair
- technical drawing and schematics interpretation
- use of precision measurement tools
- composite and metal repair techniques
- non-destructive inspection support
- maintenance documentation and records
- tool control and safety compliance
- root cause analysis of structural issues
- coordination with engineering and QA
- time-critical maintenance in operational settings
Civilian Software & Tools
- Microsoft Office software
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Microsoft Windows
- Microsoft Word
- SAP software
- Access Software AIRPAX
Civilian Career Paths
- Aircraft Maintenance
- Mechanical Engineering
Training & Development
Getting Started
- Aviation Structures
- Mechanic (Airframe)
- ASTM NCATT Foreign Object Elimination (FOE)
- Certified Aerospace Technician -Composites
- Certified Aerospace Technician Core
Career Growth
- Certified Maintenance and Reliability Professional (CMRP) · Funded
- Certified Maintenance and Reliability Technician (CMRT) · Funded
- Certified Vibration Analyst: Category I · Funded
- Certified Vibration Analyst: Category II · Funded
- Industrial Hydraulic Mechanic (IHM)
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.
- Conduct routine and special inspections as required by regulations.
Related Occupations
- Avionics Technicians
- Aircraft Structure, Surfaces, Rigging, and Systems Assemblers
- Aircraft Service Attendants
- Aerospace Engineering and Operations Technologists and Technicians
Typical preparation for these civilian roles: vocational training or an associate degree.
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Equivalent Roles in Other Branches
Descriptions may be summarized for clarity. Verify all information with your branch career counselor or official military documentation before making career decisions.
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