AIRCRAFT ENGINE MECHANIC

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Serves as technical authority to perform/coordinate/oversee troubleshooting and analysis of gas turbine engines to determine air worthiness of propulsion systems installed on aircraft on the flight-line and uninstalled in back shop and test cell capacities.

Coordinates, oversees and performs the disassembly, repair, overhaul, inspection and reassembly of aircraft propulsion systems, sub-assemblies, and components. Determines degree of disassembly required to repair or replace defective parts or components, make prescribed modifications and make final adjustments to achieve acceptable propulsion systems operation.

Skilled/certified in the operation and maintenance of diagnostic test equipment, on-board electronic equipment, a variety of special equipment, hand, measurement and power tools. Enforces and complies with safety practices and procedures following established safety rules and regulations and maintains a safe and clean work area. Certify, utilize and enforce the work produced under the USAF Technical Order Program and applicable commercial aircraft/propulsion manuals.

Removes or installs entire propulsion systems from/on aircraft, test cell and maintenance stand working as a member or leader of a team.

Maintain, inspect, operate and certify test cell and hush house. Perform Engine Health Management (EHM) program duties and properly document propulsion system maintenance in historical records and the Maintenance Information System (MIS). Prepares effective training plans to maximize training for assigned personnel.

Department of the Air Force