Marine Corps
AVIATION

MOS

6212

Fixed-Wing Aircraft Mechanic, AV-8/TAV-8

Description

Fixed-Wing Aircraft Mechanics, AV-8/TAV-8 inspect, service, maintain, and repair aircraft airframes, airframe components, power plants, transmissions, fuel systems, and perform duties relating to flight line operations.

Core Skills

  • aircraft maintenance and repair
  • mechanical and hydraulic troubleshooting
  • electrical systems basics
  • preventive maintenance
  • technical schematic and manual reading
  • quality assurance and inspection
  • tool and test equipment proficiency
  • safety and compliance
  • documentation and maintenance logging
  • root cause analysis
  • time management
  • teamwork in high tempo environments

Common Certifications

  • FAA Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) Mechanic
  • Inspection Authorization (IA)
  • OSHA 30-Hour General Industry
  • NDT Level II (as applicable)
  • Safety Management Systems (SMS) Certification

Civilian Career Paths

  • AIRCRAFT MAINTENANCE
  • FLEET MANAGEMENT
  • PROJECT MANAGEMENT

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