Description
Gas Turbine Systems Technicians (Mechanical) (GSM) operate, repair, replace, and perform organizational and intermediate maintenance on mechanical components of Gas Turbine Engines (GTE), main propulsion machinery (including gears, shafting, and Controllable Pitch/Reversible Propellers (CPP/CRP)), assigned auxiliary equipment and propulsion control systems.
Core Skills
- operation of gas turbine propulsion systems
- maintenance of mechanical propulsion components
- troubleshooting of mechanical and control systems
- preventive and corrective maintenance planning
- use of technical manuals and schematics
- condition monitoring and performance analysis
- maintenance of auxiliary and support systems
- safety and environmental compliance in engine rooms
- root cause analysis of mechanical failures
- use of diagnostic and test equipment
- team coordination in high-risk environments
- documentation and reporting of maintenance actions
Common Certifications
- OSHA 30-Hour General Industry Safety
- NCCER Industrial Maintenance Mechanic Certification
- EPA Section 608 HVAC Certification (if applicable)
- Heavy Equipment Operator Certification
- Generator Technician Certification
- Journeyman Mechanic License (state-specific)
Civilian Career Paths
- MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
- FACILITIES MANAGEMENT
- CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT
- PROJECT MANAGEMENT
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