Marine Corps MOS · Aviation
6286 Fixed-Wing Aircraft Safety Equipment Mechanic, KC-130/V-22
Overview
A Fixed-Wing Aircraft Safety Equipment Mechanic inspects, maintains, and repairs aircraft safety equipment and systems. The billet covers safety equipment on KC-130 and V-22 airframes.
Core Skills
- electromechanical troubleshooting
- preventive and corrective maintenance
- safety systems testing and calibration
- technical manual interpretation
- wiring and schematic reading
- quality assurance and inspections
- documentation and maintenance records
- tool control and FOD prevention
- compliance with safety and airworthiness standards
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
- Electrical Engineering
Training & Development
Getting Started
- FAA Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) Certificate
Also Common
- FAA Senior Parachute Rigger Certificate
- ASTM NCATT Onboard Communications & Safety Systems (OCS)
- NCATT Aircraft Electronics Technician (AET)
- Certified Aerospace Technician Core
- ASTM NCATT Foreign Object Elimination (FOE)
- Aviation Safety Professional Certificate
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 6286. Each legacy page documents the cited history.
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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