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Occupation

332133 Aircraft Maintenance Technician (Structures)

Latest release
OSCA - Occupation Standard Classification for Australia
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Reference period
2024, Version 1.0

332133 Aircraft Maintenance Technician (Structures)

Inspects, dismantles and reassembles aircraft, including space vehicle structures, and repairs and replaces components of aircraft and/or space vehicle frames. Works with both metal and carbon fibre composite materials.

Alternative title

  • Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (Structures)

Specialisation

  • Aircraft Structural Technician

Skill level: 3

Main tasks

  • Inspects, dismantles, modifies and reassembles aircraft and/or space vehicle structures to identify damage, defects or wear, and ensures structures are functioning within safety regulations and standards
  • Repairs or replaces damaged or worn components of aircraft and/or space vehicle structures
  • Works with both metal and carbon fibre composite materials to repair or replace aircraft and/or space vehicle structures
  • Performs and documents regular maintenance and servicing of aircraft and/or space vehicle structures
  • May manufacture aircraft and/or space vehicle structural components