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72404.01 – Aircraft mechanics

Aircraft mechanics maintain, repair, overhaul, modify and test aircraft structural, mechanical and hydraulic systems. Apprentices are also included in this occupation.

Overview

Example job titles

  • Aircraft engine mechanic
  • Aircraft maintenance engineer (AME) (except avionics)
  • Aircraft mechanic
  • Aircraft mechanical systems maintenance technician
  • Aircraft sheet metal technician

Main duties

This group performs some or all of the following duties:

  • Troubleshoot aircraft structural, mechanical or hydraulic systems to identify problems and adjust and repair systems according to specifications, technical drawings, manuals and established procedures
  • Repair and overhaul aircraft structural, mechanical or hydraulic systems
  • Install or modify aircraft engines and mechanical, hydraulic, flight control, fuel and pneumatic systems
  • Dismantle airframes, aircraft engines or other aircraft systems for repair, overhaul and cleaning, and reassemble
  • Perform and document routine maintenance
  • Order and maintain inventory of parts and supplies.

Additional information

  • Aircraft mechanics may progress to foreman/woman, shop supervisor or aircraft inspector.
  • 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.
  • Aircraft mechanics usually specialize in working on specific aircraft systems such as engines, engine accessories, airframes, propellers, mechanical components or hydraulic systems and specific kinds of aircraft, such as light aircraft, jet transports and helicopters.

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)
  • Aircraft engine assembly fitter (in 72405.00 Machine fitters)

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

72404.01 – Aircraft mechanics

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