Marine Corps MOS · Aviation
6124 Helicopter Power Plants Mechanic, T-400/T-700
Overview
A Helicopter Power Plants Mechanic for T-400 and T-700 systems inspects, maintains, and tests helicopter power plants. The mechanic repairs and performs complete repairs on power plants and their systems.
Core Skills
- aviation powerplant maintenance
- mechanical and electrical troubleshooting
- preventive and corrective maintenance
- technical data and maintenance manual interpretation
- use of precision measurement tools
- maintenance documentation and records management
- quality assurance and inspection
- safety and compliance adherence
- root cause analysis
- tool control and accountability
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
- Project Management
Training & Development
Getting Started
- FAA Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) Certificate
Career Growth
- OSHA 30-Hour General Industry
- NDT Level I/II Certification
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.
Formerly Known As (Legacy)
Retired codes that converted into 6124. Each legacy page documents the cited history.
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