Description
Fixed-Wing Aircraft Airframe Mechanics, F/A-18; inspect, service, maintain, and repair aircraft airframe structures, composite material, hydraulic systems, pneumatic systems, and landing gear systems.
Core Skills
- Aircraft structures and airframe maintenance
- Hydraulic and pneumatic systems troubleshooting
- Landing gear systems maintenance
- Composite materials repair
- Technical schematic and drawing interpretation
- Preventive and corrective maintenance
- Use of precision measurement tools
- Root cause analysis
- Technical documentation and maintenance records
- Tool control and FOD prevention
- Quality and safety compliance
- Teamwork in hangar/flight line environments
- Time management and shift work
Common Certifications
- FAA Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) Certificate
- OSHA 30-Hour General Industry (Aviation Safety)
- Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) Level I/II
- Aircraft Type Training (F/A-18 or similar)
- Aircraft Structural Repair Certification
Civilian Career Paths
- AIRCRAFT MAINTENANCE
- MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
- PROJECT MANAGEMENT
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