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aircraft engine specialist

Aircraft engine specialists advise on maintaining procedures to engines of aircrafts and helicopters.

Description

Aircraft engine specialists advise on maintaining procedures to engines of aircrafts and helicopters. They perform operability tests to components and parts of aircrafts to diagnose suitability for usage and possible operations to improve performance. They interpret and provide support to understand the technical specifications given by manufacturers for application at the airport's premises.

Theoretical Knowledge

ESSENTIALTheoretical knowledge required

technical drawings electricity aircraft mechanics electrical engineering electrical wiring plans electronics electromechanics airport safety regulations mechanics engineering processes common aviation safety regulations engine components

OPTIONALAdjacent knowledge that strengthens fit

quality assurance procedures electrical systems used in transportation

Practical Skills

ESSENTIALApplied skills & competences

manage health and safety standards read engineering drawings wear appropriate protective gear apply technical communication skills use technical documentation diagnose defective engines ensure compliance with airport security measures follow manufacturer guidelines in use of airport equipment read standard blueprints

OPTIONALOptional competences

operate precision measuring equipment assemble electrical components liaise with engineers inspect aircraft manufacturing test electronic units give instructions to staff use testing equipment use computerised maintenance management systems consult with industry professionals

Data Source: Unified Global Standards (ISCED, ISCO, O*NET, ESCO)