Aircraft Factory Maintenance Worker
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Technical job responsible for various maintenance, assembly, and inspection tasks performed on aircraft production lines and in factories.
Description
Aircraft factory maintenance workers are specialized technical professionals who assemble, inspect, adjust, and repair aircraft airframes, engines, avionics equipment, and other components in factories. They precisely assemble parts and manage torque based on design drawings and manuals, and guarantee quality through non-destructive testing. They also handle production preparations for new aircraft introductions, preventive maintenance, line improvements, and more to achieve both safety and productivity.
Future Outlook
Demand remains stable due to the expansion and globalization of the aircraft industry. High expertise is required with the emergence of drones and next-generation aircraft.
Personality Traits
Attentive / Cautious / Cooperative / Strong Sense of Responsibility
Work Style
Clean Room / Factory Work / Full-Time / Indoor Work / Shift Work
Career Path
Maintenance Worker Apprentice → Machine Maintenance Engineer → Team Leader → Quality Assurance Engineer → Factory Manager
Required Skills
Blueprint Reading / Engine Disassembly Inspection / Non-Destructive Testing / Torque Wrench Operation / Welding and Metalworking
Recommended Skills
CAD Basics / Preventive Maintenance / Quality Control Techniques (QC Tools) / Reading English Technical Documents
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Extremely high precision is required, as small defects can lead to major accidents. |
| Learning Agility & Knowledge Acquisition | Continuous learning is necessary due to the introduction of new aircraft models and technologies. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Involves moving large parts and prolonged standing work. |
| Problem Solving | Requires the ability to identify causes of mechanical issues and repair them appropriately. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Mainly follows existing procedures, so originality is not particularly required. |
Related Qualifications
- Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (Grade 1)
- Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (Grade 2)
- Welding Technician
Aliases
- Aircraft Factory Maintenance Engineer
- Aircraft Mechanic
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