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Description
Aircraft mechanics maintain, repair, overhaul, modify and test aircraft structural, mechanical and hydraulic systems. Aircraft inspectors inspect aircraft and aircraft systems following manufacture, modification, maintenance, repair or overhaul. Aircraft mechanics and aircraft inspectors are employed by aircraft manufacturing, maintenance, repair and overhaul establishments, and by airlines and other aircraft operators. Apprentices are also included in this unit group.
Job Titles
- Aero-engine mechanic
- Aircraft engine mechanic
- Aircraft maintenance engineer (AME) (except avionics)
- Aircraft mechanic
- Aircraft mechanical systems maintenance technician
- Aircraft sheet metal technician
- Mechanical systems aircraft maintenance engineer (AME)
Main 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.
Workplaces
- Aircraft manufacturing, maintenance, repair and overhaul establishments
- Aircraft operators
- Airlines
Skills
- Equipment and Tool Selection
- Operation Monitoring of Machinery and Equipment
- Preventative Maintenance
- Quality Control Testing Repairing
Abilities
- Control of Settings
- Finger Dexterity
- Hearing Sensitivity
- Manual Dexterity
- Multi-Limb Coordination
Personal Attributes
- Adaptability
- Analytical Thinking
- Attention to Detail
- Collaboration
- Independence
Similar Occupations
- Aircraft instrument, electrical and avionics mechanics, technicians and inspectors (22313)
- Aircraft assemblers and aircraft assembly inspectors (93200)
- Aircraft engine assembly fitter (in 72405.00 Machine fitters)
- Airworthiness inspectors (22231.03)
Source: OaSIS
Employment Outlook
The employment outlook will be moderate for Aircraft mechanics and aircraft inspectors (72404) in Prince Edward Island for the 2022-2024 period.
The following factors contributed to this outlook:
- Employment growth will lead to several new positions.
- A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
- There are a moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
Here are some key facts about Aircraft mechanics and aircraft inspectors in Prince Edward Island:
- Approximately 200 people work in this occupation.
- Aircraft mechanics and aircraft inspectors mainly work in the following sectors:
- Transportation equipment manufacturing (NAICS 336): 91%
- Other transportation and warehousing (NAICS 482, 483, 486, 487, 493): 7%
- 75% of aircraft mechanics and aircraft inspectors work all year, while 25% work only part of the year, compared to 59% and 41% respectively among all occupations. Those who worked only part of the year did so for an average of 47 weeks compared to 41 weeks for all occupations.
- The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
- Men: 93% compared to 51% for all occupations
- Women: 8% compared to 49% for all occupations
- The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:
- no high school diploma: n/a
- high school diploma or equivalent: 12% compared to 28% for all occupations
- apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: 37% compared to 11% for all occupations
- college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor’s: 47% compared to 25% for all occupations
- bachelor’s degree: n/a
- university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: n/a
Source: Job Bank
Prevailing Wages
| AREA | LOW | MEDIAN | HIGH |
|---|---|---|---|
| PEI | $18.00 | $23.00 | $35.00 |
| Canada | $22.00 | $37.29 | $49.00 |
Training
| TRAINING PROGRAM | INSTITUTION | CREDENTIAL |
|---|---|---|
| Aircraft Turbine Technician | Holland College | Certificate |
More Info
View the full occupational profile with details on work characteristics, interests, employment requirements and more on the Occupational and Skills Information System (OaSIS) website.
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