Summary description:
The currently serving Airman Apprentice A&P Technician is for certified Airframe and Powerplant technicians. Incumbents at this level work under the guidance of a lead technician and inspect and repair aircraft, engines, and components, and return aircraft to service.
Job description:
Minimum Qualifications: Possession of the following certificates: FAA Airframe & Powerplant Technician’s certificates and a valid Class-C driver’s license. Knowledge and Abilities: - FAA federal aviation regulations pertaining to the maintenance and repair of aircraft.- FAA-approved maintenance practices, techniques, and procedures; and aircraft shop maintenance operational procedures. - Ability to work under the general guidance of a lead or journey level technician and perform maintenance and repair to aircraft, engines, propellers, rotors, fixed-wing, and components in accordance with approved procedures.- Ability to learn various aircraft maintenance requirements, standards, and procedures; determine the airworthiness of airframe and engine components; inspect systems for proper operation and condition.