Navy Rating · Aviation
AFCM Master Chief Aircraft Maintenanceman
Overview
A Master Chief Aircraft Maintenanceman plans and supervises maintenance, inspection, troubleshooting, preservation, and depreservation for aircraft engines, airframes, flight controls, and related systems. They also oversee ejection seats, canopy jettison components, environmental controls, oxygen and pressurization systems, and daily, preflight, and postflight operations in airframe work centers.
Core Skills
- aircraft engine maintenance
- airframe structural repair
- flight control inspection
- hydraulic system troubleshooting
- pneumatic system maintenance
- landing gear maintenance
- life support systems
- aircraft oxygen systems
- maintenance work center management
- quality assurance inspection
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
- Aviation Management
Training & Development
Getting Started
- FAA Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) Certificate
- OSHA 30-Hour General Industry
- ASNT NDT Level II
Career Growth
- FAA Inspection Authorization (IA)
- Certified Quality Auditor (CQA)
- Project Management Professional (PMP)
- Certified Safety Professional (CSP)
Also Common
- Certified Quality Technician (CQT)
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 AFCM. Each legacy page documents the cited history.
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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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