Landing Gear Installer (Aircraft)
こうちゃくそうちとりつけこう（こうくうき）
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A manufacturing technician who assembles and installs aircraft landing gear (landing gear), performs adjustments and inspections.
Description
Aircraft Landing Gear Installers assemble major components of aircraft landing gear (landing gear) according to drawings and procedures, and install them on the airframe. They perform bolt fastening using torque wrenches and alignment adjustments with precision measuring instruments, and confirm that the device operates and meets precision standards through functional tests and visual inspections. They use dedicated jigs and fixtures for the work, collaborate with quality control and design departments, and investigate causes and implement countermeasures when issues arise. Work sites are in factories or hangars within aircraft assembly plants, and may include handling parts using forklifts or cranes. Due to prolonged standing work and handling of heavy objects, physical stamina and safety awareness are required, along with strict adherence to manuals and accuracy.
Future Outlook
With increasing demand in the aircraft industry, the demand for high-precision assembly technicians will remain stable. Due to advances in automation and robotization, simple tasks will decrease, and there will be a trend toward requiring advanced skills specialized in manual adjustments and inspections.
Personality Traits
Good Team Player / High Safety Awareness / Meticulous / Physically Fit / Strong Sense of Responsibility
Work Style
Factory Work / Indoor Work / Line Work / Shift Work / Team-Based
Career Path
Junior Assembler → Senior Assembler → Team Leader → Production Line Manager → Quality Control Engineer → Manufacturing Engineer
Required Skills
Jig Setup / Operation of Precision Measuring Instruments (Calipers, Micrometers) / Positioning Alignment Adjustment / Reading Mechanical Drawings / Torque Wrench Tightening
Recommended Skills
Aerial Work Platform and Crane Operation / CAD (2D) / Quality Control Techniques (QC) / Reading English Technical Documents
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | To ensure safety and functionality, even minute errors are not tolerated. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Physical strength is required, such as lifting heavy parts. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Assembly procedures are standardized in manuals, so original ideas are not particularly needed. |
Related Qualifications
- Crane Operator (Vehicle-Mounted Construction Machinery)
- Forklift Operation Training
- Slinging Skills Training
Aliases
- Landing Gear Installer
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