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What They Do |
Aircraft mechanics perform 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 and reports. |
| 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. |
| 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. |
Aircraft inspectors perform some or all of the following duties:
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Where They Find Work — Top Occupational Areas |
| Transportation and warehousing |
56.0% |
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| Aerospace product and parts manufacturing |
28.0% |
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| Public administration |
8.0% |
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People in this group work for:
| Aircraft manufacturers |
| Maintenance/repair and overhaul establishments |
| Airlines, the armed forces, and other aircraft operators |
| The unionization rate (49%) is close to the average (32%) for all occupations. |
| The highest concentrations (per 10,000 people) of are found in Alberta and Prince Edward Island while the lowest concentrations are in New Brunswick and Newfoundland. |
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