Aircraft Engine Manufacturing Engineer (Excluding Production Engineers)
こうくうきえんじんせいぞうぎじゅつしゃ
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Research and Technical Occupations
- Middle : Manufacturing Engineers
- Minor : Mechanical Manufacturing Engineers
Summary
Technical job involving parts machining, assembly, and inspection of aircraft engines.
Description
Aircraft engine manufacturing engineers handle metal cutting machining, heat treatment, welding, precision assembly, and non-destructive testing of parts such as turbine blades and compressors. Using CAD/CAM systems and CNC machine tools, they manufacture high-precision parts based on drawings. After assembly, they conduct pressure tests and quality inspections before operational tests to ensure safety. They engage in improving manufacturing processes and traceability management, striving to maintain and enhance the quality assurance system.
Future Outlook
With the expansion of the aircraft market, demand is expected to remain stable. Due to advancements in materials and manufacturing technologies, the importance of engineers with specialized knowledge and skills is increasing.
Personality Traits
Good cooperativeness / High concentration / Meticulous / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Clean Room Work / Factory Work / Shift Work / Standing Work / Uniform Required
Career Path
Manufacturing Operator → Team Leader → Manufacturing Technology Specialist → Quality Assurance Engineer → Manufacturing Department Manager
Required Skills
CADCAM System / CNC Machine Operation / Metal Cutting Machining / Non-Destructive Testing / Quality Management / Welding Technology
Recommended Skills
Lean Production System / Reading English Technical Documents / Statistical Process Control / Traceability Management
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | To accurately understand machining conditions and drawing dimensions and optimize processes. |
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because even slight dimensional tolerances affect performance. |
| Problem Solving | Because it is necessary to investigate the causes of processing defects or issues discovered during inspection. |
Related Qualifications
- Machining Skills Technician
- Non-Destructive Testing Engineer
- Slinging Skills Training
- Welding Skills Technician
Aliases
- Aviation Engine Engineer
- Jet Engine Manufacturing Engineer
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- Aircraft Mechanic
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