Windscreen Tank Installer (Aircraft)
ふうぼうたんくとりつけこう（こうくうき）
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Manufacturing technician who assembles, installs, and inspects aircraft windsreen tanks based on drawings.
Description
The Windscreen Tank Installer is a specialist who manufactures windsreen tanks installed on the front of the aircraft cockpit and attaches them to the fuselage. Following drawings and specifications, aluminum or composite material parts are fixed with rivets, bolts, and sealants, etc. After assembly, tightening torque and dimensional tolerances are verified using torque wrenches, calipers, and micrometers, and quality inspections are conducted. In addition, improvement proposals for work processes and safety and health management are carried out, requiring high accuracy and safety awareness.
Future Outlook
Demand is expected to remain stable with the expansion of the aircraft industry and development of new aircraft models. Due to automation and the adoption of composite materials, there is a trend toward requiring the acquisition of advanced skills.
Personality Traits
Attentive / Cooperative / Patient / Strong Sense of Responsibility
Work Style
Factory Work / Indoor Work / Manufacturing Line / Shift Work / Team Work
Career Path
Assembly Worker (Beginner) → Assembly Worker (Advanced) → Team Leader → Quality Inspection Technician → Aircraft Maintenance Technician
Required Skills
Dimensional Measurement and Inspection / Drawing Reading Ability / Hand Tool Operation / Handling Adhesives and Sealing Materials / Riveting / Torque Wrench Operation
Recommended Skills
Basic CAD Knowledge / Composite Material Handling / English (Manual Reading) / Quality Control / Safety and Health Knowledge
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Handles precise parts where even minute errors are not tolerated. |
| Problem Solving | The ability to detect and resolve defects or fit issues during work is important. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Mainly follows prescribed procedures and designs, so originality is not required. |
Related Qualifications
- National Qualification: Aircraft Maintenance Technician
Aliases
- Aircraft Windscreen Tank Installation Technician
- Windscreen Tank Assembler
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