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72404.02 – Aircraft inspectors

Aircraft inspectors inspect aircraft and aircraft systems following manufacture, modification, maintenance, repair or overhaul. Apprentices are also included in this occupation.

Overview

Example job titles

  • Aircraft engine inspector
  • Aircraft inspector
  • Aircraft systems inspector
  • Flight test inspector

Core competencies

  • Quality Control Testing to ensure aircrafts and their systems meet stringent safety and performance standards, which involves thorough inspections and testing of components and systems to identify any deviations
  • Preventative Maintenance to ensure maintenance and repairs adhere to scheduled intervals and standards, helping prolong the lifespan of aircrafts
  • Problem Identification to identify issues accurately within a vast number of potential problems, such as structural defects, electrical faults or system discrepancies
  • Hearing Sensitivity to detect subtle changes or abnormalities in aircraft system environments full of different noises, such as the engines
  • Attention to Detail to ensure the highest standards of safety and reliability requiring a meticulous examination of every aircraft component and system
  • Knowledge in Public Safety and Security to understand in depth safety protocols, emergency response procedures and regulatory compliance related to aircraft operations and maintenance

Main duties

This group performs some or all of the following duties:

  • Inspect structural and mechanical systems of aircraft and ensure that these systems meet Transport Canada and company standards of performance and safety
  • Inspect work of aircraft mechanics performing maintenance, repair and overhaul, or modification of aircraft and aircraft mechanical systems to ensure adherence to standards and procedures
  • Maintain detailed repair, inspection and certification records of aircrafts.

Additional information

  • With experience, aircraft inspectors may progress to shop inspector or supervisor.
  • Aircraft mechanics and inspectors may acquire further endorsements to their AME licence allowing them to inspect and certify a broader range of aircraft and aircraft systems.
  • AME licences are issued in the following categories: M - Small and Large Aircrafts, E - Electronic Systems, S - Aircraft Structures.

Similar occupations classified elsewhere

Exclusions:

  • Aircraft assemblers and aircraft assembly inspectors (93200)
  • Aircraft instrument, electrical and avionics mechanics, technicians and inspectors (22313)
  • Airworthiness inspectors (22231.03)

NOC hierarchy breakdown

NOC version

NOC 2021 Version 1.0

Broad occupational category

7 – Trades, transport and equipment operators and related occupations

TEER

2 – Occupations usually require a college diploma or apprenticeship training of two or more years; or supervisory occupations

Major group

72 – Technical trades and transportation officers and controllers

Sub-major group

724 – Technical maintenance trades

Minor group

7240 – Machinery and transportation equipment mechanics (except motor vehicles)

Unit group

72404 – Aircraft mechanics and aircraft inspectors

Occupational profile

72404.02 – Aircraft inspectors

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