Pneumatic Equipment Installer (Aircraft)
くうきあつきききとりつけこう（こうくうき）
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Manufacturing technician specializing in the installation and assembly of pneumatic equipment and piping for aircraft.
Description
Pneumatic Equipment Installers (Aircraft) are specialists who assemble and install pneumatic equipment such as air cylinders, valves, and control units used in aircraft cabins and landing gear areas, following mechanical drawings and piping diagrams. They select parts, process tubes and fittings, tighten bolts using torque wrenches, apply seal tape, and verify airtightness and safety through leak tests and pressure tests. They conduct work in accordance with quality standards and safety regulations, create process records and work procedure documents, and manage tools and parts. Team collaboration is essential, and they may propose improvements for productivity and quality enhancement.
Future Outlook
Stable job openings are available due to the expansion of the aircraft industry, and market value increases with proficiency in quality control and automation technologies.
Personality Traits
Dexterous Hands, Skilled at Fine Work / Good Team Player / High Attention to Detail / High Safety Awareness / Strong Sense of Responsibility
Work Style
Factory Work / Indoor Work / Line Work / Medium/High-Altitude Work / Shift Work
Career Path
Junior Assembler → Senior Assembler → Team Leader → Quality Assurance Engineer → Factory Manager
Required Skills
Air Leak Inspection / Blueprint Reading / Pneumatic Piping Tube Processing / Screw Fastening Work / Seal Tape Wrapping / Torque Wrench Operation
Recommended Skills
CAD Operation (2D/3D) / Inventory Management / Quality Control Methods (QC) / Reading English Technical Documents
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because even minor leaks affect equipment performance and safety. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | To accurately handle specified torque values and pressure values. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Due to prolonged standing work and work in narrow spaces. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Because work is performed following existing procedures. |